Catarina Belo

Paediatrician

Patient’s age: children up to 18 years

Languages: English, Portuguese

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Biographical summary

In-clinic appointments · Hose calls & home visits · Online appointments · English and Portuguese · Same-day appointments subject to availability


Dr. Ana Catarina Belo is a English speaking paediatrician at Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João, one of Portugal’s leading university pediatric centers.


Her clinical practice includes general pediatrics, preventive child health, neonatal care, and the evaluation and follow-up of acute and chronic pediatric conditions.


About the Doctor

Pediatrics is a specialty that requires attention to detail, calm communication with families, and the ability to assess children quickly and carefully across a wide range of clinical situations.


Dr. Belo combines an evidence-based medical approach with a gentle, thoughtful style of care focused on both children and parents.


Alongside her medical training in Portugal, she completed international clinical experiences in Croatia and São Tomé and Príncipe, gaining exposure to tropical diseases, multidisciplinary teamwork, and global health settings.


Education & Training

2014–2020
Integrated Master’s Degree in Medicine — University of Porto Faculty of Medicine


2022
Foundation Year — Centro Hospitalar Universitário do Algarve, Faro Hospital


2023 – Present
Residency in Pediatrics — Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João


Additional Training
  • Ultrasound Life Support Course — Hospital Central de Zagreb
  • Outpatient Pediatrics Course — ULS Gaia e Espinho
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Course — ULS São João
  • Maternal and Infant Health — Open Medical Institute Seminar
  • Fluids and Electrolytes Practical Course — ULS São João
  • Essential Neonatology Course — ULS São João
Catarina Belo

Paediatrician

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Sofia Vieira

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Professional Experience

Dr. Belo works in general pediatrics and child health follow-up from the neonatal period through adolescence.


Her clinical experience includes acute pediatric care, preventive medicine, developmental monitoring, and family support in outpatient pediatric settings.


In 2025, she completed a clinical pediatrics rotation at Hospital Dr. Ayres de Menezes, with direct exposure to tropical diseases and resource-limited healthcare settings.


Common Reasons to see pediatrician
  • routine pediatric check-ups
  • fever, cough, and infections
  • rashes and skin conditions
  • nutrition and weight concerns
  • sleep and developmental questions
  • newborn consultations
  • review of laboratory results
  • vaccinations
  • second medical opinions
  • acute symptoms in children

During consultations, she focuses not only on symptoms, but also on the child’s overall well-being, development, and family context.


Languages
  • English
  • Portuguese

Appointment Formats
  • in-clinic appointments at UMC Porto
  • home & hotel visits
  • online consultations
  • with or without insurance
  • with or without referral