Doctor’s clinical and professional areas of interest:
- General urology
- Urologic oncology
- Benign prostatic diseases
Main reasons to consult:
The urologist sees both men and women. Appointments are available in Lisbon. The doctor is English-speaking urologist and also fluent in French and Portuguese.
- For men:
- Lower urinary tract symptoms (weak urine stream, hesitancy, sensation of incomplete bladder emptying)
- Increased urinary frequency, including nocturia
- Pain, burning, or discomfort during urination
- Hematuria (blood in the urine)
- Urinary tract infections
- Renal colic, suspected kidney or urinary tract stones
- Erectile dysfunction
- Pain or discomfort in the scrotum or testicles, suspected varicocele or hydrocele
- Perineal pain, suspected prostatitis
- Preventive prostate evaluation, including assessment in cases of elevated PSA
- Preconception counseling and assessment of male reproductive health
- Referral for and interpretation of semen analysis (spermogram)
- Diagnosis and management of male factor infertility
- Diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
- For women:
- Increased urinary frequency, including nocturia
- Pain, burning, or discomfort during urination
- Cystitis, including recurrent cystitis
- Urinary tract infections
- Hematuria (blood in the urine)
- Lower abdominal or bladder pain
- Urinary incontinence (stress or urge incontinence), episodes of leakage
- Renal colic, suspected kidney or urinary tract stones
- Diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
- Evaluation and follow-up of kidney or bladder abnormalities detected on imaging or prior examinations
Ultrasound performed during the visit, if indicated:
When clinically indicated, the doctor can perform ultrasound examination directly during the consultation in Lisbon (including renal ultrasound, bladder ultrasound, prostate ultrasound, and other urogenital imaging as appropriate).
Doctor’s personal approach:
Urology is a complex medical and surgical specialty that often involves intimate and sensitive concerns. I always take the time to listen carefully to my patients, clearly explain each step of evaluation and treatment, and ensure comfort, support, and full understanding throughout the consultation.