Matilde Soares

Family Doctor in Lisbon — Dr. Matilde Soares

Dr. Matilde Soares is an English-speaking family doctor (GP) at United Medical Clinic in Lisbon and a resident in Family Medicine. She sees children from birth and adults for a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, cares for older adults, and helps patients quit smoking. She sees patients at the clinic and makes home visits.

Dr. Soares speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish. The clinic works with all international and Portuguese insurance providers, and patients without insurance can pay directly.

Education and Training

• Master's Degree in Medicine, Faculty of Medicine in Pilsen, Charles University, Czech Republic
• General internship, Lisbon Central University Hospital Center
• Currently completing her residency in Family Medicine (Medicina Geral e Familiar) at USF Benfica Jardim, ULS Santa Maria, Lisbon
• Additional training in the orthopedic and surgical emergency departments of Hospital Santa Maria
• Courses in smoking cessation, gynecology, occupational medicine, and medical psychology
• Postgraduate training in Aesthetic Medicine, University of Alcalá, Spain
• Basic Life Support course (European Resuscitation Council)

Experience

Dr. Soares has worked in the emergency department at Hospital São José in Lisbon, in both minor surgery and internal medicine emergency care. This experience helps her assess patients quickly and judge when treatment at home is enough and when urgent care is needed.

Since 2024, she has regularly visited patients at home and provided telemedicine consultations. She also cares for older adults at an elderly care association in Oeiras and at a residential care home, so she understands the needs of people living with several chronic conditions and their families.

When to See a Family Doctor

Acute concerns in children and adults:

• fever, colds, flu, sore throat, and cough
• stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea
• urinary tract infections
• back and joint pain
• skin rashes and allergic reactions
• headaches, weakness, and dizziness

Long-term conditions:

• high blood pressure
• type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol
• asthma
• ongoing care for older adults with several conditions

Quitting smoking:

• assessment of nicotine dependence and a personal quit plan
• medication support when appropriate
• follow-up while you quit

Prevention and paperwork:

• routine check-ups for children and adults
• review of test results, including tests done abroad
• medical certificates and prescription renewals

Appointment Options

Dr. Soares sees children from birth and adults:

• in person at UMC in Lisbon
• through home visits in Lisbon, convenient for older adults, families with young children, and anyone who finds it hard to get to the clinic

Languages and Medical Interpreter

Dr. Soares 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

A family doctor consultation costs €95.

UMC works with all international and Portuguese insurance providers, and patients without insurance can pay directly. No referral is needed for lab tests, diagnostics, or specialist appointments at UMC.

How to Book

You can book a clinic or home appointment 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

Can a doctor make a home visit in Lisbon?
Yes, Dr. Soares makes home visits for patients in Lisbon.

Can Dr. Soares help me quit smoking?
Yes. Dr. Soares has training in smoking cessation and can assess your dependence, create a quit plan, and offer medication support when appropriate.

How much does a family doctor consultation cost in Lisbon?
A consultation costs €95. UMC works with all international and Portuguese insurance providers.

Does Dr. Soares care for older adults?
Yes, Dr. Soares has experience caring for older adults, including in care homes and through home visits.