Luís Baptista

ENT Doctor in Lisbon — Dr. Luís Baptista

Dr. Luís Baptista is an English-speaking ENT doctor (otolaryngologist) at United Medical Clinic in Lisbon. He treats snoring and sleep apnea, nose and sinus problems, voice disorders, ear conditions, and dizziness, and performs ENT endoscopy during the consultation. He sees children from birth and adults in person and online.

Dr. Baptista speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish. You don't need a referral from a family doctor to book, and the clinic works with all international and Portuguese insurance providers.

Education and Training

• Integrated Master's Degree in Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra; master's thesis on risk factors for recurrent peritonsillar abscess (graded 19 out of 20)
• Erasmus exchange at Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
• Clinical placement in pediatric ENT at Royal Manchester Children's Hospital, UK
• ENT observership at University Hospital Galway, Ireland
• Residency in Otolaryngology at ULS Lisboa Ocidental (Egas Moniz Hospital), Lisbon
• Board-certified ENT specialist, Portuguese Medical Association (Ordem dos Médicos)
• Introduction to Clinical Studies, Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto

Experience

At ULS Lisboa Ocidental, Dr. Baptista has led the subspecialty clinic for snoring and sleep apnea since 2023. He has also worked in outpatient care, on the ENT ward, and in Lisbon's metropolitan ENT emergency service.

He has extensive surgical experience, taking part in more than 2,400 procedures, 1,191 of them as lead surgeon, with a particular interest in endoscopic sinus surgery and laryngeal microsurgery. That background helps him tell you clearly when medical treatment is enough and when surgery is worth discussing.

Fellowships and observerships:

• Sleep apnea and voice, Fuenlabrada University Hospital, Madrid
• Rhinology and facial plastic surgery, Hospital das Clínicas, São Paulo
• Head and neck oncology and surgery, Portuguese Institute of Oncology (IPO Lisboa)
• Endoscopic ear and lateral skull base surgery, Modena University Hospital, Italy

Dr. Baptista has published 13 articles in indexed journals and given more than 30 presentations at national and international meetings. His research on swallowing disorders in sleep apnea won the Best Presentation Award at the XIX International Conference on Sleep Disorders and Insomnia and second prize at the Portuguese Society of Otorhinolaryngology National Congress. His study on noise-induced hearing damage among musicians also received a poster award.

He teaches medical students at NOVA Medical School and physiotherapy students at the Lisbon School of Health Technology, and supervises resident doctors.

Professional memberships:

• Portuguese Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery (SPORL-CCP)
• European Rhinologic Society
• European Laryngological Society
• American Academy of Sleep Medicine

When to See an ENT Doctor

Snoring and sleep:

• snoring
• pauses in breathing during sleep, suspected sleep apnea
• daytime sleepiness and waking up tired

Nose and sinuses:

• constant nasal congestion or trouble breathing through the nose
• sinusitis, including chronic sinusitis
• deviated septum
• allergic rhinitis and nasal polyps
• nosebleeds

Throat and voice:

• recurring sore throat and chronic tonsillitis
• hoarseness and voice changes
• a lump-in-the-throat feeling or trouble swallowing

Ears and balance:

• ear pain and ear infections
• hearing loss and ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
• dizziness and vertigo

Children:

• recurring ear infections and hearing problems
• enlarged adenoids and mouth breathing
• snoring in children
• frequent tonsillitis

Diagnostics

• ENT endoscopy: examination of the nose, nasopharynx, and larynx with an endoscope during the consultation

Appointment Options

Dr. Baptista sees children from birth and adults in person at UMC in Lisbon. Online consultations are available to patients anywhere in Europe and work well for discussing symptoms, reviewing test results, and planning treatment.

Languages and Medical Interpreter

Dr. Baptista speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish. A free medical coordinator is also available at every appointment to interpret between English, Portuguese, Russian, and Ukrainian.

Fees, Insurance, and Payment

• First ENT consultation: €120
• Consultation with endoscopy: €140
• Follow-up consultation: €100

UMC works with all international and Portuguese insurance providers, and patients without insurance can pay directly. No referral from a family doctor is needed.

How to Book

You can book through the clinic website, via WhatsApp or Telegram, or by phone at +351 300 502 822. The clinic is located at Av. Defensores de Chaves, 73B, Saldanha, Lisbon. Specialist appointments are usually available within the week.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Baptista speak English?
Yes, Dr. Baptista speaks fluent English, as well as Portuguese and Spanish.

Does the ENT doctor see children?
Yes, Dr. Baptista sees children from birth as well as adults.

Can I see an ENT doctor about snoring?
Yes, snoring and sleep apnea are one of Dr. Baptista's main areas of focus. At the hospital, he leads a dedicated snoring and sleep apnea clinic.

Can I have an endoscopy during the appointment?
Yes, Dr. Baptista performs ENT endoscopy during the consultation. A consultation with endoscopy costs €140.

How much does an ENT consultation cost in Lisbon?
A first consultation costs €120, a consultation with endoscopy costs €140, and a follow-up costs €100.

Can I have an online consultation?
Yes, Dr. Baptista offers online consultations to patients anywhere in Europe.

Do I need a referral to see an ENT doctor?
No, you don't need a referral from a family doctor. UMC works with all international and Portuguese insurance providers, and patients without insurance can pay directly.