About

Hello, I'm Dr Joshua Hatch, your local back pain doctor

Dr Joshua Hatch is a GP and Musculoskeletal Medicine practitioner in Brisbane, Australia. He brings an unusual depth of background — from MRI radiography to orthopaedic surgery to musculoskeletal medicine — to the careful assessment and non-surgical treatment of musculoskeletal pain, sports and exercise injuries, and concussion, with the aim of reducing pain and improving function.

Why Choose Us

Back Pain Doctor difference

Specialised Knowledge

Our team can provide a comprehensive understanding of the musculoskeletal system and offer tailored treatments that are most effective for various conditions.

Focused Approach

Our approach to managing musculoskeletal conditions is more focused compared to other doctors. We aim to find the source of the problem rather than just provide a temporary solution.

Collaboration

We have established strong connections with a range of allied health providers, such as Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, and Exercise Physiologists. We are always open to new collaborations, please reach out.

Patient Centred Care

Our approach involves close collaboration with patients to gain a thorough understanding of their symptoms, limitations, and lifestyle factors that could affect their condition.

OUR MISSION

The mission of Back Pain Doctor

At Back Pain Doctor, our goal is to help patients improve their musculoskeletal health and function. We focus on careful diagnosis and evidence-based, non-surgical treatments to help you manage persistent pain, recover from injury and improve your quality of life, while being clear about what each treatment can and cannot offer.

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Back Pain Doctor story

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Dr. Hatch’s passion for musculoskeletal medicine started before medical school, during his ten-year career as an MRI Radiographer working with distinguished musculoskeletal radiologists. After completing his residency, he spent four years refining his diagnostic and management skills in Orthopaedic Surgery as a hospital registrar. Currently, Dr. Hatch is an assistant surgeon in Orthopaedic Surgery and a Specialist General Practice Fellow recognised by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, and holds the Diploma in Musculoskeletal Medicine from the Faculty of Sport and Exercise Medicine (UK).

Dr. Hatch has completed multiple courses through the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, including the General Surgical Sciences Exam, Care of the Critically Ill Surgical Patient, and Emergency Management of Severe Trauma. He also holds a certification in Orthopaedic Surgical Anatomy from QUT.

The practice covers three areas: musculoskeletal conditions of the spine and limbs, sports and exercise injuries in recreational and club athletes of all ages, and concussion assessment and return-to-sport clearance. Treatment is matched to the diagnosis, using non-surgical options where they are appropriate. Dr Hatch is a Fellow of the RACGP with extended skills in musculoskeletal, sports and exercise medicine, and is not a Sport and Exercise Medicine Physician (FACSEP); where a specialist opinion is needed, you are told and referred.

Ready for a clearer plan for your back or musculoskeletal pain?

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Your assessment focuses on understanding the likely source of your pain and the most appropriate non-surgical options for your diagnosis, with the aim of reducing pain and improving function.

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