João Ferreira dos Santos

• Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from acute and chronic conditions.
• Treated acute and chronic conditions to reduce symptoms and improve health.
• Established strong relationships with patients and their families.
• Mentored junior physicians and medical students, fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted professional growth.
• Implemented individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes.

• Enhanced clinic efficiency by streamlining patient flow and optimizing appointment scheduling.
• Established strong relationships with patients and their families, fostering trust and commitment to the healthcare plan.
• Promoted health awareness through public speaking engagements and health fairs.

• Assessed, diagnosed and treated emergency and chronic medical conditions.
• Educated patients and families on health conditions to raise awareness.
• Improved patient outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.

• Enhanced clinical skills by participating in various pediatric specialty rotations, such as cardiology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology.
• Refined differential diagnosis skills by actively engaging with ongoing professional development opportunities like seminars or workshops relevant to pediatrics practice trends.
• Contributed to research projects focused on advancing pediatric medicine by analyzing data sets and presenting findings at regional conferences.

• Rotation through services in different areas, such as Clinical Medicine, General Surgery, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Pediatrics and Primary Care.
• Conducted thorough assessments and diagnostic tests to accurately diagnose medical conditions and develop appropriate interventions.
• Enhanced clinic efficiency by participating in regular team meetings to discuss operational improvements or address any challenges faced within the practice setting.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth by participating in research projects and attending conferences, incorporating new findings into daily practice.

The Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto (FMUP) is a leading higher education institution, known for its excellent teaching, cutting-edge research and strong links with several healthcare institutions. Collaboration with hospitals is crucial for the quality of medical education, especially in the Integrated Master's in Medicine.

• Study Abroad: Rome, Italy, Erasmus Program.
• Master's Thesis: “Stem Cells in Orthopedics – Clinical Applications”
• 3.5 GPA
• Introduction to Molecular Biology Course organized by the Student Association of Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto and IPATIMUP.
  Responsible: Professor Manuel Sobrinho Simões.
• Relevant Coursework: General Surgery Internship, organized by IFMSA for 30 days, at the Hospital ISSSTE de Torreón, Coahuila, Mexico
• Professional Development: Observership in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and General Pediatrics at Albany Medical Center, Albany, New York.
• Extracurricular Activities: English language course, European level B2.2, from the Faculty of Arts of the University of Porto. Workload: 120 hours.