Dr. João Guerra - LISBON, Portugal
INTERNAL MEDICINE
Internal Medicine Specialist
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
Lisboa e Vale do Tejo, Portugal
- USD $205 per appointment
Introducing Myself
I am one of the highly qualified and expert internal medicine diabetologists with invaluable experience of over 30 years. My residence is in Lisbon, Lisboa e Vale do Tejo, Portugal. I can fluently communicate with you in English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese. I will be happy to assist you via video and audio online medical consultation.
I am a Senior Medical Doctor with extensive experience in Internal Medicine, Emergency Care, and Diabetes Management. Currently, I serve as a Senior Medical Officer at International SOS in Luanda-Talatona, where I provide comprehensive medical assistance to national and expatriate employees. My expertise extends to my role as a Medical Advisor and Supervisor for Chevron Clinics in Angola, where I oversee patient care and clinical protocols. Previously, I led the Emergency Department at Hospital de Vila Franca de Xira in Portugal, implementing advanced triage systems and clinical management strategies.
Beyond emergency and internal medicine, I specialize in Diabetes and Chronic Disease Management, consulting at Hospital CUF in Torres Vedras, Portugal, where I have successfully managed over 350 diabetes patients, achieving significant control rates with innovative treatment approaches. My work is deeply rooted in motivational interviewing techniques to enhance patient adherence and health outcomes. I have also coordinated outpatient diabetes care programs at multiple institutions, ensuring multidisciplinary collaboration for effective disease control.
Academically, I hold a Master’s Degree in Health Services Administration from ISCTE Lisbon, with a thesis focusing on Chronic Disease Management. As a member of the IMPLEMENT Expert Community (EU) and the American Association of Physician Leadership, I am committed to advancing healthcare leadership and medical education. My background includes lecturing at the Escola Nacional de Saúde Pública de Lisboa, authoring numerous research publications, and contributing to the book Hospital Governance. Passionate about medical excellence, I continue to lead initiatives that enhance patient care, clinical efficiency, and chronic disease management.
Work & Experience
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Senior Medical Doctor, Talatona Medical Center -International SOS
Feb 2015 to Present (9 Years 11 Months) -
Senior Medical Officer, International SOS
Sep 2009 - Present (15 Years 4 Months) -
Medical Advisor/Supervisor, International SOS
Jan 2008 - Present (17 Years) -
Internal Medicine and Diabetes Consultant, Hospital CUF - Torres Vedras - Portugal
Jan 2006 to Present (19 Years) -
Internal Medicine Consultant and Coordinator of Diabetes Outpatient Visitis, Hospital de Vila Franca de Xira
Jan 1998 to Dec 2008 (11 Years) -
Head of Emergency Department, Hospital de Vila Franca de Xira - Portugal
1996 - 2006 (10 Years)
Education
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ISCTE LISBON
Master in Health Services Management, Master Thesis on Chronic Disease Management2002 - 2003 (1 Year) -
Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade Clássica de Lisboa
Medical Licensure, Medicine1977 - 1983 (6 Years) -
University of Lisbon
Medical Degree, Medicine1977 - 1983 (6 Years)