The cardiologist treats only adult patients over the age of 18. If necessary, he or she will perform echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart) and electrocardiography (ECG).
The main reasons for consulting a cardiologist are:
- Check-ups, preventive examinations, certificates
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Tiredness and/or shortness of breath
- Swollen legs
- Dizziness and fainting
- Palpitations
- Chest pain
Doctor about himself: Christian, married, father of three. An everyday learner. A professional smiler, only then a doctor.
Membership in professional medical organizations:
- European Society of Cardiology (ESC)
- Heart Failure Association, ESC
- Portuguese Society of Cardiology
- Portuguese Association of Interventional Cardiology


