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Dr. Sam Botchey

Sport Exercise Medicine Doctor Dubai

Dr. Sam Botchey

9 years of experience

8,784+
Patients seen
9
Years in practice
2
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. Sam Botchey at a glance

Dr. Sam Botchey is a Sport Exercise Medicine Doctor practitioner based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2013). Serves patients in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Sam Botchey is a leading Consultant in Musculoskeletal, Sport, and Exercise Medicine (SEM), renowned for his expertise in diagnosing and managing acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries, and performance-related concerns. He is dedicated to delivering innovative, non-surgical treatments tailored to help patients of all ages and activity levels return to the activities they enjoy.
A Fellow of the Faculty of Sport & Exercise Medicine, Dr Botchey trained on the prestigious Oxford University Hospitals SEM programme at the world-renowned Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre. He holds a master’s degree in Sport, Medicine, Exercise, and Health from University College London and earned distinction in postgraduate studies in musculoskeletal ultrasound.
With over a decade of experience in elite professional sport, Dr Botchey has worked with top-tier organisations, including the England Football Teams, Chelsea FC, Arsenal FC, Premiership Rugby, and UK Sport. He currently serves as a Consultant for Tottenham Hotspur Football Club and as an NFL Team Doctor for the London Games. His NHS roles include working within Frimley ICB’s Advanced MSK Service and as a civilian SEM Consultant at the Ministry of Defence Aldershot Regional Rehabilitation Unit.
Dr Botchey’s practice is distinguished by the integration of diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound, enabling precision in both diagnosis and treatment. He specialises in advanced, evidence-based therapies, including:
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy
Hyaluronic Acid and Arthrosamid® injections for knee osteoarthritis
Shockwave therapy
Hydrodilatation for frozen shoulder
High-volume tendon injections
Dr Botchey prioritises non-surgical and regenerative medicine approaches, collaborating closely with orthopaedic specialists when surgical intervention is necessary. His patient-centred, holistic care model incorporates physiotherapists, performance experts, and functional medicine practitioners to ensure seamless, multidisciplinary support.
Passionate about health optimisation, longevity, and performance, Dr Botchey integrates advanced performance lab insights to enhance patients' health span, physical capability, and quality of life.
Treatments Offered
Diagnostic and interventional musculoskeletal ultrasound
Ultrasound-guided injections (corticosteroids, PRP, hyaluronic acid, Arthrosamid®)
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)
Hydrodilatation for frozen shoulder
High-volume tendon injections
Areas of Expertise
Sports injuries and performance optimisation
Chronic musculoskeletal pain (arthritis, bursitis, sciatica, osteoarthritis)
Overuse injuries (tendinopathy, shin splints, plantar fasciitis)
Joint, tendon, and muscle pain
Paediatric and adolescent MSK conditions
Regenerative medicine and non-surgical interventions
Dr Botchey’s extensive experience, cutting-edge treatments, and commitment to collaboration ensure every patient receives the highest standard of care tailored to their unique needs.

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

— Dr. Sam Botchey

Education & training

  1. 2007–2013 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Dubai (AE)
  2. 2013–2017 Residency · Sport Exercise Medicine Doctor
    UAB Barcelona, Dubai (AE)
  3. 2017–2018 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2017-09–2018-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Sport Exercise Medicine Doctor

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-772306 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Sport Exercise Medicine Doctor
#EB-62FF3E3B · issued 2018 · renewal 2028
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,090
Annual physical exam 99395 2,116
Vaccination administration 90471 652
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,827

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 60 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Sam Botchey
HEADSHOT
Sam Botchey in consultation
IN OFFICE
Sam Botchey with the team
WITH TEAM
Sam Botchey at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 71s
Meet Sam Botchey

Research & publications

h-index: 19 · i10: 5

  1. Outcomes of Sport Exercise Medicine Doctor in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Sam Botchey, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.8752/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 31039730 · cited by 146
  2. European registry analysis of Sport Exercise Medicine Doctor outcomes
    Sam Botchey, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.7049/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 39138393 · cited by 192

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Sport Exercise Medicine Doctor — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2018
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2018
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2018

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Sport Exercise Medicine Doctor
  • Awareness When should you see a sport exercise medicine doctor?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · sam.botchey@euroclinics.example

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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

Dr. Sam Botchey's Areas of Specialty

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Sport Exercise Medicine Doctor

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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    Sam Botchey speaks English.

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