Joao Mirinha Luz

Cardiologist in Lisbon — Dr. João Mirinha Luz

Dr. João Mirinha Luz is a cardiologist at UMC Lisbon who sees adults aged 18 and over. He graduated from the University of Lisbon School of Medicine and has worked in the Cardiology Department of Hospital Garcia de Orta in Almada since 2022. He treats high blood pressure and assesses cardiovascular risk, and sees patients with chest pain, heart rhythm problems and heart failure. He performs echocardiograms himself and has been certified in echocardiography since 2025. His particular interests are cardiac imaging, pulmonary hypertension and follow-up after pulmonary embolism. He is registered with the Ordem dos Médicos (license no. 71333).

Dr. Mirinha Luz consults in English, Portuguese and Spanish. UMC's patient coordinators help with booking and can interpret during the visit, including in Russian.

Education

• Integrated Master's in Medicine, University of Lisbon School of Medicine (final grade 17/20)
• Cardiology training at Hospital Garcia de Orta, ULS Almada-Seixal, since 2022
• Certification in transthoracic echocardiography, 2025
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS, American Heart Association), since 2022
• Advanced Life Support in Heart Failure, since 2023
• Certified REACT protocol instructor, 2025
• Registered with the Ordem dos Médicos, license no. 71333

Experience

• Cardiologist at UMC Lisbon
• Since 2022 — Cardiology Department, Hospital Garcia de Orta (Almada)
• 2021 — General clinical training, Hospital Garcia de Orta
• Author and co-author of papers in Portuguese and international peer-reviewed journals; more than 20 oral presentations at cardiology, pulmonology and internal medicine conferences

When to see Dr. Mirinha Luz

• High blood pressure: diagnosis and treatment adjustment
• Cardiovascular risk assessment: high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, family history
• Chest pain or discomfort
• Palpitations or an irregular heartbeat
• Shortness of breath, swollen legs, getting tired easily
• Heart failure follow-up
• Follow-up after pulmonary embolism and for pulmonary hypertension
• Abnormal ECG or test results you want to review with a cardiologist

For sudden chest pain, severe shortness of breath or fainting, call 112.

Procedures

• Electrocardiogram (ECG)
• Transthoracic echocardiogram (heart ultrasound)

Appointment options

• In person at UMC Lisbon (Saldanha)

Languages and patient coordination

English, Portuguese and Spanish. UMC's coordinators can also help in Russian.

Fees

• First consultation: €120
• Follow-up consultation: €100
• Echocardiogram: €130

Payment by cash or card. We issue an invoice (fatura) with your NIF for insurance reimbursement.

How to book

Phone / WhatsApp: +351 300 502 822
Address: Av. Defensores de Chaves, 73B, 1000-114 Lisboa (Saldanha), Portugal
Online booking: lisbon.umc.clinic

FAQ

What age does Dr. Mirinha Luz see patients from?
Dr. Mirinha Luz sees adults aged 18 and over.

Does he perform echocardiograms?
Yes, Dr. Mirinha Luz performs transthoracic echocardiograms himself. The price is €130.

Can I have an ECG during the visit?
Yes, Dr. Mirinha Luz performs an ECG in the clinic whenever it's needed to assess your heart.

Are online consultations available?
No, Dr. Mirinha Luz sees patients in person only at UMC Lisbon, since a cardiology consultation usually requires a physical exam and on-site tests.

What should I do if I have sudden chest pain?
For sudden chest pain, severe shortness of breath or fainting, don't wait for an appointment — call 112.

I don't speak Portuguese. Can I still see him?
Yes. Dr. Mirinha Luz consults in English, Portuguese and Spanish, and UMC's coordinators can also help in Russian.