Ricardo Reis

Family Doctor in Lisbon — Dr. Ricardo Reis

Dr. Ricardo Reis is an English-speaking family doctor (GP) at United Medical Clinic in Lisbon, board-certified in Family Medicine. He sees children from birth and adults for a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, including respiratory, heart, digestive, urinary and reproductive, musculoskeletal, skin, and neurological complaints, as well as mental health concerns. He sees patients at the clinic, makes home visits, and offers online consultations.

Dr. Reis can also take care of minor procedures during the visit: stitches and stitch removal and contraceptive implant insertion. He speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish, 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 Lisbon (FMUL)
• General internship, Santarém District Hospital
• Residency in Family Medicine (Medicina Geral e Familiar), USF Rodrigues Miguéis, Lisbon
• Board-certified in Family Medicine, Portuguese Medical Association (Ordem dos Médicos), license no. 69193
• Postgraduate training in Aesthetic Medicine, University of Alcalá, Spain

Experience

Dr. Reis is National Family Medicine Coordinator at the healthcare company Assertive Condition and practices as a family doctor at several clinics in Lisbon.

He has extensive experience caring for older adults. For several years, he was the physician responsible for residents of care homes and long-term care units in Lisbon, managing patients with several chronic conditions at once. He has also made regular home visits and worked in the emergency department at Hospital Beatriz Ângelo, so he is comfortable with both complex chronic care and acute situations.

When to See a Family Doctor

Acute concerns in children and adults:

• fever, colds, flu, sore throat, cough, and bronchitis
• stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, and constipation
• urinary tract infections
• back, joint, and muscle pain, and sprains
• skin rashes, allergic reactions, and minor wounds
• headaches and dizziness

Long-term conditions:

• high blood pressure and other heart conditions
• type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol
• asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• chronic digestive conditions
• ongoing care for older adults with several conditions

Mental health:

• anxiety, stress, and low mood
• sleep problems

Prevention and paperwork:

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

In-Clinic Procedures

• contraceptive implant (Implanon) insertion in the upper arm
• stitches (wound suturing)
• stitch removal

Appointment Options

Dr. Reis 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
• online, for follow-ups, test result reviews, and prescription renewals

Languages and Medical Interpreter

Dr. Reis 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, home, or online 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. Reis speak English?
Yes, Dr. Reis speaks fluent English, as well as Portuguese and Spanish.

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

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

Can I have an online consultation?
Yes, Dr. Reis offers online consultations. They work well for follow-ups, test result reviews, and prescription renewals.

Can I get stitches or have stitches removed?
Yes, Dr. Reis places and removes stitches during an in-clinic appointment.

Does Dr. Reis insert contraceptive implants?
Yes, Dr. Reis inserts the contraceptive implant (Implanon) in the upper arm.

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