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About Dra. Ana
Dr. Ana Leal Neto is a specialist physician in Cardiology, trained at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, with clinical experience in hospital settings covering acute cardiac care and emergency medicine, as well as specialised outpatient consultations.
She currently practises as a cardiologist in the Cardiology Departments of the Tâmega e Sousa Local Health Unit and the Hospital Lusíadas de Paços de Ferreira. Her main clinical interests are heart failure, acute cardiovascular care, cardiac rehabilitation and cardiovascular prevention.
Her advanced European training is a distinguishing feature: she completed specialised placements in advanced heart failure and cardiac intensive care in Lyon, France, and in cardiac rehabilitation and cardiovascular prevention in Santiago de Compostela, Spain, two centres of European reference in these fields. She holds European certifications in Transthoracic Echocardiography and Acute Cardiovascular Care, and passed the European Exam in Cardiology of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).
Internationally, Dr. Ana Leal Neto is a Young Ambassador of the Heart Failure Association of the European Society of Cardiology (2023-2026), a distinction awarded to young cardiologists who have made a notable contribution to the field of heart failure, and she works as a co-investigator in international clinical trials, particularly in heart failure.
For a patient with cardiovascular disease, or with cardiovascular risk factors they want assessed thoroughly, having direct access to a cardiologist with specialised European training in advanced heart failure, echocardiography certification and active involvement in clinical research, without a waiting list, represents a level of specialised care that is not always readily available.
What she offers online
- Cardiovascular assessment: evaluation of cardiac symptoms (palpitations, chest pain, shortness of breath, oedema), risk factors and risk stratification
- Heart failure: assessment, treatment guidance, interpretation of results and follow-up
- Acute cardiovascular care: assessment of acute cardiovascular episodes and guidance on next steps
- Cardiac rehabilitation: guidance on rehabilitation programmes, progression of physical activity and post-event follow-up
- Cardiovascular prevention: cardiovascular risk assessment, lifestyle counselling, screening and risk stratification
- Interpretation of echocardiography results: with European certification in Transthoracic Echocardiography
- Interpretation of ECG, Holter monitoring and other cardiovascular tests
- Cardiology second opinion: on diagnoses, test results or treatment plans
- Guidance on heart failure clinical trials: information on eligibility and availability
- Pre- and post-procedure consultations: preparation and follow-up for cardiac procedures
- Hypertension and dyslipidaemia: assessment and management in the context of cardiovascular risk
- Medical reports and referral to specialists
Important note: Dr. Ana Leal Neto does not perform catheterisations, coronary interventions, pacemaker implantation or invasive procedures by video call. If you are experiencing a cardiac emergency, acute chest pain, severe difficulty breathing, loss of consciousness or a severe arrhythmia, call 112 immediately.
Her approach: Dr. Ana Leal Neto practises a personalised cardiology, based on the best scientific evidence and centred on each patient's needs. Her experience in clinical trials and active research in heart failure means that in her consultations, patients have access not only to established clinical practice, but to the frontier of current cardiovascular knowledge.
Qualifications
- Especialista em Cardiologia — Ordem dos Médicos (OM 60410) · Sociedade Portuguesa de Cardiologia
- Licenciada em Medicina — Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade do Porto
- Cardiologista — ULS Tâmega e Sousa
- Cardiologista — Hospital Lusíadas, Paços de Ferreira
- Estágio avançado em Insuficiência Cardíaca Avançada e Cuidados Intensivos Cardíacos — Lyon, França
- Estágio avançado em Reabilitação Cardíaca e Prevenção Cardiovascular — Santiago de Compostela, Espanha
- Certificação Europeia em Ecocardiografia Transtorácica — ESC
- Certificação Europeia em Cuidados Cardiovasculares Agudos — ESC
- Exame Europeu de Cardiologia — ESC
- Young Ambassador, Heart Failure Association, ESC (2023–2026)
- Co-investigadora em ensaios clínicos internacionais em insuficiência cardíaca
FAQs
Is Dr. Ana Leal Neto registered with the Ordem dos Médicos with a specialty in Cardiology?
Yes. Dr. Ana Leal Neto is registered with the Ordem dos Médicos (OM) with the number 60410 and is a member of the Sociedade Portuguesa de Cardiologia. You can verify this registration at ordemdosmedicos.pt. Dr. Ana Leal Neto currently practices as a cardiologist at ULS Tâmega e Sousa and at Hospital Lusíadas de Paços de Ferreira, and is a Young Ambassador of the Heart Failure Association of the European Society of Cardiology (2023–2026).
What does Dr. Ana Leal Neto offer in online consultations?
Dr. Ana Leal Neto offers online cardiology consultations for: cardiovascular assessment (symptoms, risk factors, stratification), heart failure (assessment, guidance, and follow-up), acute cardiovascular care, cardiac rehabilitation, cardiovascular prevention, interpretation of echocardiograms and ECGs, second cardiological opinion, guidance on clinical trials in heart failure, pre- and post-procedure consultations, hypertension, and dyslipidemia. The online consultation does not include invasive procedures.
What is the Young Ambassador of the Heart Failure Association of the ESC and why is it relevant?
The Young Ambassadors program of the Heart Failure Association (HFA) of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) is a distinction awarded to young cardiologists with significant contributions and interest in the field of heart failure, aimed at promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing at an international level. Dr. Ana Leal Neto is part of this program for the period 2023–2026, positioning her at the forefront of European cardiology in heart failure — a rapidly evolving area with new therapies and protocols continuously emerging. For patients with heart failure, this means access to an updated perspective on the best available treatment.
Can Dr. Leal Neto interpret my echocardiogram in an online consultation?
Yes. Dr. Ana Leal Neto holds European certification in Transthoracic Echocardiography from the European Society of Cardiology and can interpret and explain transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography reports as part of the online consultation. If you share the echocardiogram report before the consultation, Dr. Leal Neto will be able to provide a more detailed and contextualized assessment — including what the results mean clinically and what the recommended next steps are.
How can I schedule an appointment with Dr. Ana Leal Neto?
Select an available time on this page to schedule directly with Dr. Ana Leal Neto. Payment is securely processed at the time of scheduling — the consultation is confirmed after payment completion. You will immediately receive a calendar invitation. Consultations are conducted via secure video call in Portuguese, English, or French. If you have echocardiogram, ECG, Holter, or cardiovascular analysis reports, please share them before the consultation for a more accurate assessment. If you are experiencing a cardiac emergency, call 112 immediately.
What are Dr. Ana Leal Neto's qualifications?
Dr. Ana Leal Neto graduated in Medicine from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto and is a specialist in Cardiology, registered with the OM (nº 60410) and the Sociedade Portuguesa de Cardiologia. She practices at ULS Tâmega e Sousa and at Hospital Lusíadas de Paços de Ferreira. She completed advanced internships in Lyon (advanced heart failure and cardiac intensive care) and Santiago de Compostela (cardiac rehabilitation). She holds European certifications in Transthoracic Echocardiography and Acute Cardiovascular Care from the ESC, and completed the European Cardiology Examination. She is a Young Ambassador of the Heart Failure Association of the ESC (2023–2026) and a co-investigator in international clinical trials in heart failure.
