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About Dr Joao
Dr. João de Oliveira e Silva is a physician training in General and Family Medicine, who graduated with an Integrated Master's Degree in Medicine from the Abel Salazar Institute of Biomedical Sciences (ICBAS), University of Porto.
He completed his General Medical Internship at the Entre Douro e Vouga Hospital Centre, where he gained broad clinical experience across multiple hospital specialties. Since 2022, he has been completing his specialist training in General and Family Medicine at USF Salvador Machado, providing primary healthcare to patients of all ages, the clinical setting closest to what a good online consultation represents: longitudinal follow-up, management of chronic conditions and preventive care centred on the person and the family.
General and Family Medicine is a broad medical specialty within the health system, well suited to the great majority of everyday health situations. Dr. João brings to the online consultation the approach of a family doctor in active training: up to date, oriented towards continuity of care and focused on a long-term relationship with the patient.
His clinical interests include preventive medicine, management of chronic conditions and continuity of care within family medicine. He has solid digital skills and experience using online platforms to support patient care, which translates into a telemedicine consultation that is smooth, clear and centred on what the patient needs.
What he treats
- Acute illness: respiratory infections, fever, flu, sore throat, ear infections
- Urinary tract infections and sexual health
- Management of chronic conditions: hypertension, diabetes, thyroid problems, high cholesterol, asthma
- Preventive medicine: screening, vaccination, health assessments, lifestyle counselling
- Family health: care for all ages, from children to adults and older people
- Mental health: anxiety, depression, stress management and referral to specialists
- Chronic disease follow-up: medication review, treatment adjustment, monitoring
- Medical certificates and statements
- Prescription renewal and medication review
- Referral to specialists and complementary diagnostic tests
His approach: Dr. João de Oliveira e Silva is committed to patient-centred, evidence-based medicine oriented towards accessibility and long-term follow-up. In the online consultation, this means a doctor who listens carefully, explains clearly and makes sure the patient leaves the consultation with a concrete plan, not just a prescription.
Qualifications
- Médico de Clínica Geral — Divisão Geral, Ordem dos Médicos (OM 68445)
- Mestrado Integrado em Medicina — ICBAS, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar, Universidade do Porto
- Internato Médico Geral — Centro Hospitalar Entre Douro e Vouga
- Especialização em Medicina Geral e Familiar — USF Salvador Machado (desde 2022)
FAQs
Is Dr. João de Oliveira e Silva registered with the Ordem dos Médicos?
Yes. Dr. João de Oliveira e Silva is registered with the Ordem dos Médicos (OM) under number 68445, in the General Division. You can verify this registration at ordemdosmedicos.pt. Dr. João graduated in Medicine from ICBAS, University of Porto, and is currently specializing in General and Family Medicine at USF Salvador Machado since 2022.
What does Dr. João de Oliveira e Silva treat in online consultations?
Dr. João offers online general practice and family medicine consultations for: acute illness (respiratory infections, fever, flu, urinary infections), management of chronic diseases (hypertension, diabetes, thyroid, cholesterol, asthma), preventive medicine (screenings, vaccinations, health assessments), family health (all ages), mental health (anxiety, depression, stress), medication follow-up, certificates, prescription renewals, and referrals to specialists.
Dr. João is in specialization — does this affect the quality of the consultation?
No — on the contrary. The specialization in General and Family Medicine at USF Salvador Machado means daily active clinical practice with specialized supervision and access to the most current clinical guidelines. In telemedicine, a doctor in active specialization often brings more recent clinical guidance than established practice without formal updates.
What is General and Family Medicine and when should I choose a family doctor instead of a specialist?
General and Family Medicine is the medical specialty that follows the patient longitudinally and comprehensively — over time, in all life stages and in all areas of health. It is the first line of care for the vast majority of health situations: acute illness, management of chronic diseases, preventive medicine, mild to moderate mental health, and guidance to specialists when necessary. For most everyday situations — a new symptom, a question about medication, a prescription renewal, or a preventive health assessment — a consultation with Dr. João is the most appropriate, efficient, and accessible response.
How to schedule a consultation with Dr. João de Oliveira e Silva?
Select an available time on this page to schedule directly with Dr. João de Oliveira e Silva. 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 or English. Same-day consultations are generally available.
What are the qualifications of Dr. João de Oliveira e Silva?
Dr. João de Oliveira e Silva holds a degree in Medicine with an Integrated Master's from ICBAS, University of Porto. He completed the General Medical Internship at Centro Hospitalar Entre Douro e Vouga and has been specializing in General and Family Medicine at USF Salvador Machado since 2022. He is registered with the Ordem dos Médicos (OM 68445, General Division). He has solid digital skills and experience in telemedicine. He consults in Portuguese and English.
