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Ms Gema Roca

Physiotherapy Dubai

Ms Gema Roca

14 years of experience

5,134+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
8
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Ms Gema Roca at a glance

Ms Gema Roca is a Physiotherapy practitioner based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 16+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2008). Serves patients in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.

About

Ms. Gema Roca is a highly skilled Osteopath, Physiotherapist and Certified Lymphedema Therapist with a wide range of expertise. She holds a BSc in Physiotherapy from Spain and an MSc in Osteopathy & Manual Therapy. Ms Roca has a special interest in various areas, including myofascial release, cranial therapy, neck pain and headache, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, women's health, fertility treatment, pre and post-pregnancy treatment, and Complete Decongestive Therapy.
As a Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT), she is proficient in manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) and complete decongestive therapy, which involves compression therapy, MLD, exercises, and skin care. She has extensive experience working with patients of all ages, from children to adults, in private clinics across Europe and the Middle East. Ms Roca is particularly passionate about myofascial realese, craneal and visceral therapy, women's health and has experience treating pregnant women and those undergoing fertility treatment.
In addition to her physiotherapy qualifications, Ms Roca has also studied as a Master of Nutritionist, Obesity, and Culinary Techniques, further expanding her knowledge and expertise in healthcare. With her broad range of skills and experience, she is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for musculoskeletal injuries and supporting women's health throughout their journey, from pregnancy to fertility treatment.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Ms Gema Roca

Education & training

  1. 2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Dubai (AE)
  2. 2008–2012 Residency · Physiotherapy
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Dubai (AE)
  3. 2012–2013 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Physiotherapy

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-603374 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Physiotherapy
#EB-8F88E211 · issued 2013 · renewal 2023
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,259
Annual physical exam 99395 2,853
Vaccination administration 90471 2,149
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,154

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 120 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Gema Roca
HEADSHOT
Gema Roca in consultation
IN OFFICE
Gema Roca with the team
WITH TEAM
Gema Roca at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 95s
Meet Gema Roca

Research & publications

h-index: 19 · i10: 3

  1. European registry analysis of Physiotherapy outcomes
    Gema Roca, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.9734/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38636003 · cited by 123
  2. Outcomes of Physiotherapy in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Gema Roca, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.5065/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 36785610 · cited by 169

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Physiotherapy European Annual Congress (Physiotherapy) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Physiotherapy National Society Meeting · Dubai · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Physiotherapy — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2013
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2013
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2013

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Physiotherapy
  • Awareness When should you see a physiotherapy?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · gema.roca@euroclinics.example

Location

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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Ms Gema Roca's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Ms Gema Roca treats, with the size of the national pool of United Arab Emirates doctors offering the same care.

Physiotherapy

Movement-based rehabilitation for injuries, post-surgical recovery, chronic pain and athletic performance.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Dubai matters

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  • What does Gema Roca specialise in?

    Gema Roca specialises in Physiotherapy in Dubai, AE. 16 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Gema Roca treat?

    Gema Roca treats conditions within Physiotherapy. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Gema Roca practise?

    Gema Roca practises in Dubai, AE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

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    Gema Roca speaks English.

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