Mila Mikoviс

Mila Mikovic, MD, is an English-speaking specialist in Allergy and Clinical Immunology who sees adults and children at UMC Lisbon. She diagnoses, treats, and provides follow-up care for respiratory, skin, food, and medication-related allergic conditions.

In May 2026, Dr. Mikovic completed her specialty training in Immunoallergology and was formally awarded specialist status in Portugal. She is registered with the Immunoallergology Specialty College of the Portuguese Medical Association. Her professional license number is 68411.

Dr. Mikovic has clinical experience with both pediatric and adult patients. She sees patients at UMC in Lisbon. The clinic lists Portuguese, English, Spanish, and Italian as appointment languages; Serbian is also one of her native languages.

Conditions Treated

• seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis;
• allergic conjunctivitis;
• asthma and respiratory allergies;
• food allergy and suspected reactions to specific foods;
• drug allergy, including possible reactions to antibiotics;
• atopic dermatitis and eczema in children and adults;
• acute and chronic urticaria, also known as hives;
• angioedema;
• allergic reactions to insect bites and stings;
• suspected allergy to pollen, dust mites, animals, or mold;
• recurrent respiratory symptoms, sinusitis, or ear infections in children when an allergic component is suspected;
• second opinions on an allergy diagnosis or proposed treatment.

Symptoms That May Require an Allergy Evaluation

• recurrent sneezing, runny nose, or nasal congestion;
• itchy, red, or watery eyes;
• wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, or episodes of shortness of breath;
• itchy rashes, raised welts, or recurrent hives;
• swelling of the lips, eyelids, face, or other areas;
• symptoms after eating a particular food or taking a medication;
• symptoms that worsen during a particular season, indoors, around animals, or after exposure to a specific substance.

What to Expect During Your Appointment

Dr. Mikovic reviews your symptoms and their relationship to seasons, food, medications, and home or workplace exposures. She also reviews your personal and family medical history and performs an appropriate clinical examination. Based on this initial assessment, she develops an individualized diagnostic and treatment plan.

Depending on the clinical indication, testing may include skin prick testing, blood testing for allergen-specific IgE, or other diagnostic methods. When an allergic condition is confirmed, the doctor recommends treatment, explains allergen avoidance strategies, and establishes an appropriate follow-up plan.

Allergy Testing at UMC

UMC’s Allergy and Immunology Department offers skin prick testing, allergen-specific IgE blood testing, and drug allergy evaluation. Skin prick tests can assess sensitization to common allergens such as pollen, dust mites, animals, mold, and selected foods.

When medication allergy is suspected, the evaluation may include skin testing with the relevant drug and, when clinically indicated, a supervised drug provocation test. The physician determines the appropriate method, preparation, and eligibility on an individual basis.

Diagnostic tests and procedures are separate medical services and are not automatically included in the consultation fee. Please confirm clinical preparation, scheduling, availability, and pricing when booking.

Allergen Immunotherapy

For patients with a confirmed allergy to a relevant allergen, the doctor may recommend allergen immunotherapy. Depending on the clinical situation, treatment may be administered subcutaneously or sublingually. Treatment is considered only after the diagnosis is confirmed and indications, contraindications, and expected follow-up are reviewed.

Education and Specialty Training

• Integrated Master’s Degree in Medicine, NOVA Medical School — NOVA University Lisbon, 2013–2019;
• Erasmus Studies Program, Sapienza University of Rome and Sant’Andrea Hospital, 2017–2018;
• postgraduate general medical training, Centro Hospitalar de Lisboa Ocidental, 2020–2021;
• Immunoallergology specialty residency, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Lisboa Central / ULS São José and Hospital Dona Estefânia, 2021–2025;
• formal specialist qualification in Immunoallergology, Portugal, 2026.

Research and Academic Activity

Dr. Mikovic has authored and coauthored publications in allergy and clinical immunology. Her research includes sleep-related breathing disorders in adolescents with asthma, the clinical impact of an unverified drug allergy label, and biomarkers used to evaluate eosinophilic esophagitis in children.

She has presented international research on beta-lactam antibiotic allergy testing in adults and children at the EAACI Congress and the World Allergy Congress.

Professional Memberships

• European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology — EAACI;
• Portuguese Society of Allergology and Clinical Immunology — SPAIC;
• Immunoallergology Specialty College of the Portuguese Medical Association.

Languages

• Portuguese
• Serbian
• English
• Italian
• Spanish

When to Seek Emergency Care

Difficulty breathing, rapidly increasing swelling of the tongue or throat, severe weakness, loss of consciousness, or possible anaphylaxis requires immediate emergency care. Call 112. A scheduled allergy appointment is not a substitute for emergency treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Does Dr. Mila Mikovic see children?

Yes. She evaluates and treats allergic conditions in both children and adults.

2. Can skin allergy testing be performed during the visit?

Skin prick testing is available at UMC. The indication, allergen panel, and preparation are determined individually. Testing is a separate service, so same-day availability and pricing should be confirmed in advance.

3. Can I be evaluated for an antibiotic allergy?

Yes. UMC provides medication allergy evaluations, including possible reactions to beta-lactam antibiotics. Testing may include skin tests and, when indicated, a supervised drug challenge.

4. Should I stop antihistamines before skin testing?

Antihistamines can affect skin test results and may need to be paused beforehand. Confirm the exact interval with the clinical team and do not stop prescribed medication without medical instructions.

5. Which languages does Dr. Mikovic speak?

Portuguese, English, Spanish, and Italian. Serbian is also one of Dr. Mikovic’s native languages.