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Dr.
Dr Sam Barke
Sports & Exercise Medicine
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- GP consultation
- Annual physical exam
- Vaccination administration
- Minor procedure (skin)
About Dr Sam Barke
Summary Dr Sam Barke is Head of Sports Medicine at Meliora Medical. He specialises in adolescent sports injuries and concussion, with extensive experience across elite and community sport. He is nationally recognised for his work in youth concussion and safe return to sport. Full Bio Dr Sam Barke is the Head of Sports Medicine at Meliora Medical, with a specialist clinical focus on adolescent athletes and the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of concussion. He is known for his clear, evidence-based approach and for supporting young athletes and their families through recovery and return to sport. Dr Barke has worked extensively across both elite and grassroots sport. His roles have included England Rugby academy doctor, match-day doctor for Harlequins and London Irish, lead doctor for the Rosslyn Park National School 7s, and medical officer for the International Weightlifting Federation. He has also been part of the medical teams at major international events, including the Commonwealth Games, the World Athletics Championships and the World Triathlon Series. Over the past decade, Dr Barke has played a key role in advancing the understanding and management of concussion in children and adolescents. He regularly presents nationally and internationally on sports-related head injuries and is committed to improving safety and education in community sport. His work has featured in The Times, Rugby World, BT Sport and BBC News. Dr Barke completed his medical training at King's College, London. He undertook postgraduate surgical training with a focus on Trauma and Orthopaedics and spent over ten years working in young adult hip surgery. He also holds additional qualifications in Sports Medicine and Pre-Hospital Care.
"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."
Credentials & verification
Medical license
Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) ·
#-953793
Valid until 2028-12-31
Verify with issuerBoard certification
European Board of Sports & Exercise Medicine
#EB-03E0D4FE
Renewal due 2030
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AmTrust Europe
3,000,000 EUR
Valid until 2026-12-31
No claims on file
Education & training
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2009–2015
MD · Medicine and Surgery
UAB Barcelona
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2015–2019
Residency · Sports & Exercise Medicine
Universidad Complutense de Madrid
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2019–2020
Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Cleveland Clinic, US
Career & appointments
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2019-09–2020-08
Junior consultant
UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Sports & Exercise Medicine
Procedures & conditions
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime volume |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 |
1,583 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 |
2,865 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 |
1,201 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 |
2,406 |
Patient reviews
See all 24"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."
"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."
"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."
Recognition & press
Awards
- Top-rated Sports & Exercise Medicine — — EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 regional
- Excellence in Patient Care — National Society · 2024 national
- Young Investigator Award — European Society · 2023 international
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2020
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2020
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2020
Your consultation, step by step
- 1 Choose a slot
- 2 Brief pre-consult form
- 3 Consultation
- 4 Follow-up note & plan
Services & pricing
New patient consultation (60m)
Follow-up consultation (30m)
Vaccination administration
Minor procedure (skin)
Insurance compatibility
For international patients
Multilingual care
Coordinator: Patient liaison · sam.barke@euroclinics.example. Care delivered in English.
Travel & transfer
Aftercare worldwide
Coordinated follow-up by request.
Research & publications
h-index: 12 · i10: 6
Selected publications
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European registry analysis of Sports & Exercise Medicine outcomes
DOI: 10.3416/euroclin.2025.0 · cited by 47
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Outcomes of Sports & Exercise Medicine in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.7183/euroclin.2024.1 · cited by 109
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European registry analysis of Sports & Exercise Medicine outcomes
DOI: 10.2407/euroclin.2023.2 · cited by 83
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Additional publications
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Outcomes of Sports & Exercise Medicine in adults — a multi-centre cohort
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Sports & Exercise Medicine · European Annual Congress (Sports & Exercise Medicine) · Vienna · 2024
- Single-centre experience in Sports & Exercise Medicine · National Society Meeting · · 2023
Articles by Dr Sam Barke
Frequently asked
01. Do you accept new patients?
Dr Sam Barke is currently accepting new patients. Use the booking module to choose a slot.
02. Which languages can I be seen in?
Consultations are available in English.
03. Is the consultation in-person or online?
Most services are offered both in-clinic and via telemedicine. Each service card above marks its modalities.
04. Do you accept my insurance?
In-network with major international insurers (Allianz Worldwide, AXA Global, BUPA Global and others). Use the "Verify my insurance" button to confirm your plan.
05. What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your slot. Last-minute cancellations may incur a small administrative fee.
06. How is my health data protected?
All records are stored on EU servers, field-level encrypted, and GDPR compliant. Data is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.
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