Neurology consultations are available in English and Portuguese. Appointments are offered in person at our Lisbon clinic and online.

Our Team
The Neurology Department brings together physicians from multiple specialties, allowing us to address each case comprehensively:

• Neurologists
• Pain management specialists (algologists)
• Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation physicians
• Internal and Family Medicine physicians

At UMC, consultations are provided by:

• Dr. Olga Sulimko — a physician with formal training in neurology, a English-speaking specialist caring for adult patients and teens aged 16 and older.
• Dr. Giovanni Leoni — a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation physician specializing in functional recovery and pain control.
• Dr. Anastasia Ilchenko — an Internal Medicine physician with expertise in complex diagnostics and comorbid conditions.
• Catarina Rodrigues — a specialist in chronic pain management (algologist).

When to See a Neurologist
We recommend a neurology consultation for the following symptoms:

• Headaches, migraines, tension-type headaches
• Dizziness, imbalance, vertigo
• Numbness, tingling, reduced sensation
• Tremor, muscle twitching, involuntary movements
• Sleep disorders, chronic fatigue
• Anxiety, panic attacks
• Episodes of loss of consciousness, seizures
• Back, neck, or limb pain
• Post-stroke symptoms
• Decreased concentration, memory, and work performance

Conditions We Treat

• Migraine and chronic headache disorders
• Peripheral neuropathies
• Post-stroke conditions
• Epilepsy and seizure disorders
• Autonomic nervous system disorders
• Degenerative spine conditions, disc protrusions, herniated discs
• Fibromyalgia
• Chronic pain syndromes
• Consequences of nervous system injuries

Our Services
Within outpatient neurology, we offer:

• Comprehensive neurological evaluation
• Extended consultations (60 minutes)
• Laboratory test ordering and interpretation
• Instrumental diagnostics (when indicated)
• Development of individualized treatment plans
• Pharmacological therapy
• Rehabilitation programs
• Injection, infusion, and interventional treatments
• Therapeutic nerve blocks
• Joint injections (including knee injections)
• Injections for headache and migraine
• PRP therapy (platelet-rich plasma therapy)
• Puncture procedures

Treatment Approach
At UMC, we follow the principles of evidence-based medicine and an individualized approach. Each patient receives:

• Thorough clinical assessment
• Clear explanations of diagnosis
• A transparent diagnostic plan
• Realistic treatment goals
• Long-term follow-up when necessary

We do not limit care to a formal examination and always consider the patient’s lifestyle, work demands, and psycho-emotional state.

Appointment Format

• In-person consultations at our Lisbon clinic
• Online consultations
• Comprehensive multidisciplinary care

Fees

• Family Medicine consultation with a neurology focus — €110
• Algology consultation — €110
• Family Medicine consultation — €95

Scheduling an Appointment
Neurology or pain management consultations can be booked online or through UMC administrators. We will help you choose a convenient time, consultation format, and the appropriate specialist.

Our goal is to improve your quality of life using modern, safe, and effective treatment methods.