Beatriz Ramada

ENT Doctor in Porto — Dr. Beatriz Ramada

Dr. Beatriz Ramada is an English-speaking ENT doctor (otolaryngologist) at United Medical Clinic in Porto. She sees children from birth and adults, with a particular focus on pediatric ENT: ear, nose, throat, and airway problems in children.

Dr. Ramada speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish, and French. 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 (Mestrado Integrado em Medicina), Abel Salazar Institute of Biomedical Sciences (ICBAS), University of Porto
• Introduction to Clinical Studies, Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto
• Residency in Otolaryngology at Unidade Local de Saúde de Coimbra; board-certified ENT specialist, Portuguese Medical Association (Ordem dos Médicos)
• Senior Pediatric ENT Fellow, Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow, UK
• British Paediatric Otolaryngology Course and British Paediatric Airway Emergency Course
• General internship, Unidade Local de Saúde Gaia/Espinho

Experience

At the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow, Dr. Ramada worked within the Scottish National Service for Complex Paediatric Airway Reconstruction. Her role covered outpatient clinics, surgery, emergency referrals, inpatient care, supervising junior doctors, teaching, and research.

Her surgical background in ENT means she can tell you clearly, at the consultation, when watchful waiting and medical treatment are enough and when surgery is worth discussing.

Observational fellowships:

• Pediatric ENT, Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow
• Otology, lateral skull base surgery, and facial paralysis unit, Hospital Universitario La Paz, Madrid
• Voice and phonosurgery, ULS Gaia/Espinho

Research and academic work: 12 scientific publications, 9 in indexed journals; 30 scientific meetings attended, 11 of them international; 24 hands-on courses, 17 including experimental surgery.

Professional memberships:

• European Society of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology (ESPO)
• British Association of Paediatric Otorhinolaryngology (BAPO)
• Portuguese Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery (SPORL)

When to See an ENT Doctor

Children:

• recurring ear infections and fluid in the middle ear (glue ear)
• hearing loss or a child not responding to sounds
• enlarged adenoids and constant mouth breathing
• snoring and pauses in breathing during sleep
• frequent strep throat and enlarged tonsils
• noisy breathing (stridor) and airway problems
• a constantly stuffy or runny nose
• a foreign object in the ear or nose

Adults:

• sinusitis, nasal congestion, and a deviated septum
• allergic rhinitis
• ear pain, earwax buildup, and hearing loss
• ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
• dizziness and vertigo
• recurring sore throat and chronic tonsillitis
• hoarseness and voice changes
• snoring
• facial paralysis

Appointment Options

Dr. Ramada sees children from birth and adults in person at UMC in Porto and through online consultations. An online visit is a convenient way to discuss symptoms, review test results, or follow up after a visit.

Languages and Medical Interpreter

Dr. Ramada speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish, and French. 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
• 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 an appointment with an ENT doctor in Porto online through the clinic website, via WhatsApp or Telegram, or by phone. Dr. Ramada sees patients on Tuesdays.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Ramada speak English?
Yes, Dr. Ramada speaks English fluently, as well as Portuguese, Spanish, and French.

Does the ENT doctor see children?
Yes, Dr. Ramada sees children from birth as well as adults. Pediatric ENT is her main area of focus.

Do I need a referral to see an ENT doctor?
No, you don't need a referral from a family doctor. You can book an ENT appointment at UMC directly.

How much does an ENT consultation cost in Porto?
A first consultation costs €120 and a follow-up consultation costs €100.

Does the clinic accept my insurance?
UMC works with all international and Portuguese insurance providers. Patients without insurance can pay directly.

Can I have an online consultation with an ENT doctor?
Yes, Dr. Ramada offers online consultations. They are a convenient way to discuss your symptoms and test results.

When does Dr. Ramada see patients?
Dr. Ramada sees patients at UMC in Porto on Tuesdays. You can book online, via WhatsApp or Telegram, or by phone.