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Mr Mark Blachfield
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Mr Mark Blachfield

Physiotherapy · Swords

5.00 · 3 verified reviews

4,373+ Patients seen
14 Years in practice
8 Publications
1 Languages spoken

About

Mark Blachfield is a Chartered and state-registered physiotherapist with a background in sports science, strength and conditioning, and clinical rehabilitation. He graduated from Dublin City University (DCU) in 2015 with an honours degree in Sports Science & Health before gaining experience in strength and conditioning and personal training in Indianapolis, USA.

Motivated to further support his clients, he pursued a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy at the University of Birmingham, graduating in 2019. Since qualifying, he has developed a broad skill set in managing musculoskeletal conditions, with a particular focus on helping patients recover function and maintain long-term physical health.

Mark has a strong interest in exercise-based rehabilitation and is passionate about empowering patients to take an active role in their recovery and overall wellbeing. He commonly treats a range of musculoskeletal issues, with specific experience in managing neck and back pain, including whiplash-associated disorders.

His approach combines evidence-based physiotherapy with tailored exercise programmes, aiming to improve mobility, reduce pain and support patients in leading active and independent lifestyles. Outside of his professional work, he maintains a strong interest in sport.

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

— Mr Mark Blachfield

Education & training

  1. 2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    University College Cork (UCC), Swords (IE)
  2. 2008–2012 Residency · Physiotherapy
    University College Dublin (UCD), Swords (IE)

Career & appointments

  1. 2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
    University College Cork (UCC) Teaching Hospital — Physiotherapy

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

IE — Medical Council of Ireland
#IE-346042 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Physiotherapy
#EB-A67C71E2 · issued 2013 · renewal 2023
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,654
Annual physical exam 99395 2,720
Vaccination administration 90471 144
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 415

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 90 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Mark Blachfield
HEADSHOT
Mark Blachfield in consultation
IN OFFICE
Mark Blachfield with the team
WITH TEAM
Mark Blachfield at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 80s
Meet Mark Blachfield

Research & publications

h-index: 5 · i10: 5

  1. Long-term follow-up of Physiotherapy across IE
    Mark Blachfield, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.5347/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 38394939 · cited by 86
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Physiotherapy
    Mark Blachfield, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5800/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 37445733 · cited by 148
  3. Long-term follow-up of Physiotherapy across IE
    Mark Blachfield, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.9502/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 34831200 · cited by 74

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Physiotherapy — Swords · 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 2013
  • national college of family doctors — Member · since 2013
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2013

Patient reviews

★ 5.00 3 verified reviews
Bedside Manner
5.00
Knowledge
5.00
Wait Time
4.75
Staff Friendliness
5.00
Ease Of Appointment
4.90
Value For Money
4.92
Would Recommend Pct
99
  • ★ 5 verified visit

    “Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”

    — Anna B. · 2026-05-07

  • ★ 5 verified visit

    “Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”

    — Marco V. · 2026-04-26

  • ★ 4 verified visit

    “Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”

    — Helena F. · 2026-04-05

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · mark.blachfield@euroclinics.example
Accepted intl insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

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