Best Doctors in Portugal — TOP 19

The doctor is a veteran dentist with a PhD in Oral Biology and over 35 years of experience in dentistry. Specializing in dental implants, crowns & bridges, full mouth rehabilitation, and dentures, the doctor is known for a professional approach and dedication to continuous learning. Participation in various international professional events and courses underscores this commitment.

The doctor holds a PhD from Sagrado Coração University in Brazil and is a member of the Order of Dentists in Portugal.

Dr. Cristina Alves | Oral Hygienist 

- Oral Hygienist.

- Degree (1992) and Master's from FMDUL (2009).

- Doctoral student in Health Sciences and Technologies.

- Professor of the Oral Hygiene Course at FMDUL (since 1992).

- Clinical practice in a private practice and support in periodontology consultation (since 1992).

Dr. Daniel Ribeiro | Orthodontist | OMD 5255

- Graduated in Dentistry from the State University of Rio de Janeiro – BRAZIL.

-Master in Lingual Orthodontics from the University of Hannover – GERMANY.

-Areas of expertise: Children and Adults: Orthodontics (Preventive and Corrective), Aesthetic Orthodontics (Lingual Orthodontics and Invisalign).

Dr. Isabel Simon is a general dentist and endodontist at CPRO Dental Clinic in Lisbon. She is a registered member of the Ordem dos Médicos Dentistas. Dr. Simon graduated from the Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde Sul. She holds a unique background in both nursing and Chinese medicine. This allows for a versatile approach to patient care.

• Specializes in root canal treatments and teeth cleaning.
• Completed training in endodontics at the Health and Training Center.
• Studied the Damon Orthodontics system and modern orthodontic techniques.
• Practices at a clinic with an on-site lab for custom prosthetics.

Dr. Zarqa is a board-certified specialist in infectious diseases and obstetrics & gynecology. She has 20 years of clinical experience. She received her medical degree from King Edward Medical College. She completed her residency at Wright State University. She then pursued a fellowship at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine.

Dr. Zarqa holds a Master's training certification in infertility treatments from Homerton University Hospital. She also earned an MRCOG from Al Amal Maternity Hospital and Fertility Center in Amman. She has managed over 10,000 patient cases. She is known for her advanced skills in women's health and infectious diseases.

Dr. João Lima Gabriel is a Family Medicine physician with over 15 years of experience in public and private care. Since 2019, he has been Medical Director at Corporación Dermoestética. He leads clinical teams and oversees weight loss programs, aesthetic medicine, dermatologic care, and facial and body treatments.

He has practiced at Hospital da Luz, CUF, and USF Oriente. He has also mentored National Health System trainees as a clinical tutor. He completed specialization in aesthetic medicine at the University of Córdoba. He is multilingual.

Clinical focus: obesity management, hyperhidrosis, facial rejuvenation, injectables, laser therapies, chemical peels, IPL, mesotherapy, and hair restoration. He provides care with a holistic, individualized approach and clear communication.

Dr. André Santos Pinto holds an Integrated Master’s Degree in Medicine from the Abel Salazar Biomedical Sciences Institute, University of Porto (2017). He also completed an Erasmus+ exchange at the Università degli Studi della Campania Luigi Vanvitelli in Naples (2017).

He completed his General Internship at Centro Hospitalar Universitário do Porto, Hospital de Santo António (2018). This followed an internship in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Hospital da Prelada – Santa Casa da Misericórdia do Porto (2016). Since 2019, he has been in the Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Internship at Centro Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Norte, Hospital de Santa Maria.

Dr. Carolina Lalanda is an endocrinologist at Clínica LMR in Lisbon. She specializes in the treatment of metabolic imbalances and hormone-related weight gain. Dr. Lalanda earned her medical degree from the Faculdade de Ciências Médicas de Lisboa. She completed her specialized training in endocrinology at Hospital de Santa Maria. Her practice focuses on helping women manage weight changes associated with menopause.

• Registered with the Order of Physicians under license number 46385.
• Treats endocrine disorders through personalized lifestyle and metabolic adjustments.
• Works at Clínica LMR, a specialized facility founded by vaginal reconstruction experts.
• Combines medical weight loss therapy with healthy habit establishment.

Dr. Luísa Magalhães Ramos is the only plastic surgeon in Portugal certified in vaginal reconstruction. She specializes in facial rejuvenation, breast surgery, and intimate female procedures. Dr. Ramos founded Clínica LMR in Lisbon after training at Hospital de São José. She is a registered member of the Portuguese Medical Association.

• Performs specialized intimate surgeries including vaginoplasty and labiaplasty.
• Expertise in breast surgery such as augmentation, lifts, and tuberous breast correction.
• Provides facial procedures including rhinoplasty, face lifts, and blepharoplasty.
• Uses CO2 laser and dermal fillers for non-surgical facial rejuvenation.

Dr. Alice Varanda Pereira is a plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon at Clínica LMR in Lisbon. She holds a master’s degree in human sexuality from the University of Lisbon. Dr. Pereira is a registered member of The Portuguese Medical Association. She focuses on breast surgery, aesthetic medicine, and surgical anatomy research.

• Performs breast reductions, lifts, rhinoplasty, and liposuction.
• Provides intimate procedures including vaginoplasty and penis enlargement.
• Served as a lecturer at the Institute of Anatomy since 2008.
• Supervises master’s theses for undergraduate students at the University of Lisbon.

Dr. Ana Mendes Gomes is a family medicine and aesthetic specialist at Clínica LMR. She holds a master's degree in aesthetic medicine from the Complutense University of Madrid. Dr. Gomes performs a high volume of non-surgical facial treatments in Lisbon. She focuses on achieving natural facial results through minimally invasive techniques.

• Specializes in toxin applications, facial mesotherapy, and thread lifts.
• Performs facial contouring for the nose, chin, and mandible.
• Treats superficial varicose veins using sclerotherapy.
• Member of the Portuguese Society of Aesthetic Medicine and Portuguese Medical Association.

Dr. Marta Gouveia Duarte is a plastic surgeon at Clínica LMR in Lisbon. She trained at the Samaritan Hospital in Rio de Janeiro. Dr. Gouveia Duarte specializes in breast reconstruction and body contouring surgery. She also treats facial paralysis and performs aesthetic facial procedures. Her research focuses on human aging at the NOVA Medical School.

• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Performs aesthetic procedures including rhinoplasty, liposuction, and eyelid correction.
• Collaborates on clinical research projects regarding surgical outcomes.
• Trained at the Central Lisbon Hospital Center - Hospital de São José.

Dr. Tiago Baptista Fernandes is a plastic surgeon at UPClinic in Lisbon. He specializes in body contouring, including Brazilian Butt Lift, Tummy Tuck, and Liposculpture. Dr. Fernandes won the Best Oral Communication Award from the Portuguese Society of Plastic Surgery. He completed international fellowships in Brazil and the United States.

• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Performs specialized procedures like VASER High Definition Liposculpture.
• Treats patients at UPClinic, which features a private 250 m² operating room.
• Specialized in surgical and non-surgical aesthetic medicine and cosmetology.

Dr. Eduardo Matos is a plastic surgeon at UPClinic in Lisbon. He specializes in body contouring, including Brazilian Butt Lift, Liposculpture, and Tummy Tuck. He won the Best Scientific Paper Award from the Portuguese Society of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Matos completed fellowships in Brazil and the United States.

• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Performs specialized procedures like VASER High Definition Liposculpture.
• Completed residency at Hospital de Santa Maria.
• Focuses on facial and body surgery including Rhinoplasty and Abdominoplasty.

Dr. Rui Lima is a plastic surgeon at UPClinic in Lisbon. He specializes in body contouring, including Brazilian Butt Lift and liposculpture. Dr. Lima trained at Hospital de São João. He completed international fellowships in Brazil and the United States.

• Won the Best Poster Award from the Portuguese Society of Plastic Surgery.
• Holds membership in the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Performs specialized procedures like Vaser High Definition Liposculpture.
• Works at UPClinic, which features a dedicated gyneco-aesthetic unit and private operating rooms.

Dr. Augusto Guerreiro is a dermoesthetics specialist at Clinical Cases in Lisbon. He specializes in biorevitalization of the hands to restore volume and skin texture. Dr. Guerreiro treats signs of aging like wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and skin flaccidity. He uses hyaluronic acid injections to counteract damage from pollution and solar radiation.

• Performs hand biorevitalization using an intradermal cannula for painless results.
• Uses a specific skin-pinch test to identify loss of hydration and tonicity.
• Treats aesthetic concerns through hair transplantation, rhinoplasty, and chemical peels.
• Works at a specialized Lisbon clinic that uses pharmacy-manipulated products for custom care.

Dr. Helder Silvestre is a plastic surgeon in Lisbon focusing on body and facial contouring. He specializes in buttock augmentation using a hybrid technique of prostheses and fat grafting. This combined approach targets both volume and shape for a natural result. He practices at Clínica Helder Silvestre, where the team presents work at international conferences.

• Performs gluteoplasty using fat transfer, implants, or hyaluronic acid injections.
• Specifies in the Mommy Makeover® and intimate surgeries like vaginoplasty and labioplasty.
• Conducts facial procedures including rhinoplasty, otoplasty, and blepharoplasty.
• Uses liposculpture techniques to mold the glutes and hips simultaneously.