Returning to work and family routines in September is, as a rule, a demanding period. However, when feelings of exhaustion, lack of concentration, or muscle fatigue persist weeks after the end of the holidays, it's important not to underestimate these signs. Internal Medicine is the medical specialty dedicated to a comprehensive and integrated view of the adult. Instead of focusing on just one organ, the internist analyzes the interconnection of all the body's systems, being

A lifetime dedicated to pioneering and developing Geriatrics in Portugal. Otorosmed Clinic publicly congratulates Professor João Gorjão Clara for the well-deserved tribute paid to him at the official opening of the Multidisciplinary Pain Congress (CMD 2026), promoted by the 3M Medical Initiative at the António Cupertino de Miranda Foundation. A pioneer in the teaching and practice of Geriatrics in Portugal — at a time when few recognized the specific needs of elderly patients

Cholesterol is often seen as an "enemy" of health, but the truth is that it is essential for the functioning of our body. The problem only arises when levels are unbalanced, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease. Understanding the difference between the various types and how to control them is the first step towards a long and healthy life. The "Good" and the "Bad": What's the difference? Cholesterol doesn't circulate alone in the blood; it travels "hitchhiking" on

In a world of increasing specialization, where each doctor cares for an isolated organ, Internal Medicine emerges as the piece that unites the entire puzzle. At the Otorosmed Clinic , our Internal Medicine service is dedicated to the study, diagnosis, and treatment of non-surgical diseases in adults, with a particular focus on complexity and prevention. What does an Internist do at Otorosmed? An internist is a specialist trained to handle difficult diagnoses and multiple chro

From the age of 30, our bodies begin to reduce their natural collagen production. By the time we reach 40, this loss becomes visible through sagging skin, loss of facial contour, and the appearance of deeper wrinkles. But what if you could "teach" your skin to produce collagen again? At the Otorosmed Aesthetic Medicine unit, on Avenida António Augusto de Aguiar (Lisbon) , we use collagen biostimulators to restore facial structure in a natural and gradual way. What exactly are

Often confused, anxiety and depression are distinct conditions, although they can occur together. In today's fast-paced lifestyle, it's common to experience stress or temporary sadness, but it's crucial to know when these feelings cease to be a normal response and begin to affect our health and quality of life. What is anxiety? Anxiety is a natural bodily reaction to a threat or challenge. However, it becomes a problem when it is disproportionate or persistent. Common symptom

Often, back or neck pain is simply a symptom of an imbalance in another part of the body. At the Otorosmed Clinic, on Av. António Augusto de Aguiar, our Osteopathic approach is not limited to 'cracking your back'. What do we treat with Osteopathy? Chronic neck and lower back pain. Tension headaches. Sports injuries and muscle tension accumulated due to stress. Unlike treatments that merely numb pain with medication, osteopaths use gentle manual techniques to restore the natur

Eating well is the first step in preventing disease and increasing vitality. However, with so much contradictory information on the internet, it's easy to feel lost. At the Otorosmed Clinic , on Avenida António Augusto de Aguiar, our Nutrition consultation focuses on science and individuality, designing meal plans that adapt to your routine, not the other way around. What do we cover in a Nutrition Consultation? Our approach is clinical and comprehensive, focusing on real obj

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) looks not only at the disease, but at the person. In Lisbon's fast-paced lifestyle, our bodies accumulate tension that manifests as pain, insomnia, or fatigue. At the Otorosmed Clinic , we use the ancient wisdom of TCM to restore harmony to your body in a natural and safe way. What can you expect from a TCM consultation? Unlike Western medicine, which often isolates symptoms, TCM focuses on the root of the imbalance. Through a detailed diagn