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About Dr Pedro
Dr Pedro Santos is a medical oncologist with more than thirty years of clinical, academic and leadership experience in oncology within the Portuguese healthcare system, with extensive institutional and academic experience available for online consultation in Portugal.
He graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Lisbon in 1989 and completed his specialisation in Medical Oncology at the Instituto Português de Oncologia (IPO) Francisco Gentil, in Porto, the national reference centre for oncology, beginning his medical career in 1990. Over three decades, he has held director and leadership positions in major Portuguese public hospitals: Director of the Medical Oncology Department and President of the Oncology Committee at the Centro Hospitalar Universitário do Algarve, overseeing the oncology services of the Faro and Portimão hospitals, as well as director and coordination roles at the Centro Hospitalar de Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro and the Centro Hospitalar Entre Douro e Vouga.
His academic work is equally significant: he was Assistant Professor on the Master's programme in Oncology at the Universidade da Beira Interior, supervised residents and doctors in specialist training, and contributed to scientific publications in oncology. He has led clinical research centres, coordinated day-hospital oncology units, and taken part in pharmacy and therapeutics committees and national oncology planning initiatives.
Thirty years of active clinical oncology and institutional leadership build a kind of knowledge that goes well beyond what is taught in medical school: the recognition of rare clinical patterns, the ability to place results in the true context of the disease, and the experience of having accompanied thousands of patients through every stage of illness, from diagnosis to end of life. For a patient with cancer, or for a family member supporting them, this depth of experience is of great value.
What he offers online
- Oncology second opinion: independent review of diagnosis, biopsies, imaging and treatment plans
- Interpretation of oncology results: PET-CT scans, tumour markers, molecular testing, biopsy reports
- General oncology: assessment of any tumour type from a specialist perspective
- Guidance on chemotherapy and immunotherapy: side effects, tolerance, dose adjustment, alternative options
- Post-treatment follow-up: oncological surveillance, management of long-term effects
- Lung, gastrointestinal, urological, head and neck and other cancers, with clinical experience across multiple tumour groups
- Guidance on clinical trials: availability, eligibility and implications
- Palliative oncology care: symptom control, quality of life in advanced disease
- Support for patients and families: guidance at complex clinical decision points
- Medical reports and referrals
Important note: Dr Pedro Santos does not administer chemotherapy or radiotherapy, nor perform invasive procedures by video call. The online consultation offers specialist clinical assessment, second opinion and guidance, of particular value to patients who want clarity before a decision, or who are seeking an additional, experienced oncological perspective on their case. If you are experiencing an oncological emergency, go to the nearest emergency department or call 112.
His approach: Dr Pedro Santos is widely recognised for his commitment to patient-centred oncology care, multidisciplinary collaboration and continuous improvement of oncology services. Thirty years leading oncology services in Portuguese public hospitals taught him something no scientific publication can fully convey: that every patient with cancer is a person, with their own fears, expectations and life context, and that a good oncology consultation begins by recognising that.
Qualifications
- Oncologista Médico — Divisão de Especialista, Ordem dos Médicos (OM 33133)
- Licenciado em Medicina e Cirurgia — Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa (1989)
- Especialização em Oncologia Médica — Instituto Português de Oncologia (IPO) Francisco Gentil, Porto
- Director do Serviço de Oncologia Médica — Centro Hospitalar Universitário do Algarve (Faro e Portimão)
- Presidente da Comissão de Oncologia — CHUA
- Funções de direcção e coordenação — CH Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro · CH Entre Douro e Vouga
- Professor Assistente no Mestrado em Oncologia — Universidade da Beira Interior
- Líder de centros de investigação clínica em oncologia
- Publicações científicas em oncologia
- 30+ anos de experiência clínica em oncologia
FAQs
Is Dr. Pedro Santos registered with the Ordem dos Médicos with a specialty in Medical Oncology?
Yes. Dr. Pedro Santos is registered with the Ordem dos Médicos (OM) with the number 33133, in the Specialist Division. You can verify this registration at ordemdosmedicos.pt. Dr. Santos is a specialist in Medical Oncology with training at IPO Francisco Gentil Porto and over thirty years of clinical and leadership experience in oncology within the Portuguese healthcare system.
What does Dr. Pedro Santos offer in online consultations?
Dr. Pedro Santos offers online oncology consultations for: second opinion (diagnosis, biopsies, imaging, treatment plans), interpretation of oncology results (PET-CT, tumor markers, molecular tests), general oncology (multiple tumor groups), guidance on chemotherapy and immunotherapy (side effects, alternative options), post-treatment follow-up, guidance on clinical trials, palliative oncology care, and support for patients and families. The online consultation does not include the administration of chemotherapy, radiotherapy, or invasive procedures.
What distinguishes Dr. Pedro Santos from other oncologists available online?
Dr. Pedro Santos combines three exceptional elements in a single profile: over thirty years of active clinical experience in oncology — initiated at IPO Francisco Gentil Porto, the national reference center; institutional leadership experience as Director of the Medical Oncology Service at CHUA and equivalent roles in other central hospitals; and an academic component as a Professor in the Master's in Oncology at UBI and leader of clinical research centers. For patients seeking an oncology second opinion with the highest possible level of experience and national clinical context, Dr. Pedro Santos represents a rarely accessible reference.
Can I request a second oncology opinion from Dr. Santos regarding my diagnosis or treatment plan?
Yes. The oncology second opinion is one of the main strengths of the online consultation with Dr. Pedro Santos. You can share biopsy reports, PET-CT scans, analyses with tumor markers, molecular tests, and letters from your attending oncologist before the consultation — Dr. Santos will review all available information, contextualize the results, and offer his expert perspective on the diagnosis and available treatment options. An oncology second opinion does not replace your attending physician — it complements them and can make a real difference in the quality of decisions that need to be made.
How do I schedule a consultation with Dr. Pedro Santos?
Select an available time on this page to schedule directly with Dr. Pedro Santos. Payment is securely processed at the time of scheduling — the consultation is confirmed after payment is completed. You will immediately receive a calendar invitation. Consultations are conducted via secure video call in Portuguese or English. If you have PET-CT reports, biopsies, analyses with tumor markers, or letters from your attending oncologist, please share them before the consultation for a more comprehensive assessment.
What are Dr. Pedro Santos's qualifications?
Dr. Pedro Santos graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Lisbon in 1989 and specialized in Medical Oncology at IPO Francisco Gentil, Porto. He was the Director of the Medical Oncology Service and President of the Oncology Commission at CHUA (Faro and Portimão), with previous leadership roles at CH Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro and CH Entre Douro e Vouga. He was an Assistant Professor in the Master's in Oncology at the University of Beira Interior and led clinical oncology research centers. He has scientific publications in oncology and over thirty years of active clinical experience. Registered with the OM (no. 33133, Specialist Division).
