EQUIPA

CEO & Physiotherapist
Diana Santos
Degree in Physiotherapy, from the Escola Superior de Saúde da Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa (2010)
Physiotherapist in a home context since 2010
Master in Women's Health from ESTeSL (2020)
Postgraduate "Respiratory Physiotherapy" from the Escola Superior de Saúde de Alcoitão
Certificate of Pedagogical Skills (CCP) by Comunilog Vocational Training (2023)
Co-Author of the Article "Pelvic floor muscle function after grade II tears—Surface electromyography test–retest and differences between nulliparous and primiparous in Neurourology and Urodynamics" (doi: https://doi.org/10.1002/nau.25180) (2023 )
Additional training and clinical experience in women's health, sexual dysfunction, pediatric respiratory therapy and geriatrics
ESS-CVP Curricular Internship Advisor

CEO & Physiotherapist
Angela Vieira
Degree in Physiotherapy, from the Higher School of Health of the Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal (2018)
Master in Physiotherapy in Musculoskeletal Conditions from ESS-IPS, NMS/FCM and ENSP (2021)
PhD student in Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Aveiro (ongoing)
International courses: ''Global Health and Quantified Self'', Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen, Netherlands (2018); ''Reconciling Biomechanics With Pain Science'', London (2020)
Physiotherapist at the Portuguese Basketball Federation since 2019
Additional Training in Sports Physiotherapy, Musculoskeletal Pain and Clinical Pilates
Guest Assistant Professor at ESS-IPS since 2022
ESS-IPS Curricular Internship Advisor

Physiotherapist
Andreia Pombares
Degree in Physiotherapy, from the Higher School of Health of the Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal (2019)
Curricular internships in the area of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at UZ Gent and AZ Maria Middelares Hospitals through the Erasmus+ program, Belgium (2018)
Master in Physiotherapy in Musculoskeletal Conditions from ESS-IPS, NMS/FCM and ENSP (2023)
Complete training in Clinical Pilates (Matwork APPI Certification Levels 1, 2 and 3), Bwizer (2019)
Cervico-Cranio-Mandibular Pathophysiology and Orofacial Pain Course, levels M1, M2, M3 and M4, taught by Professor Doctor Mariano Rocabado, Formaterapia (2022)
Additional Training and Clinical Experience in Physiotherapy in Women's Health, Musculoskeletal Pain
Otago Exercise Program (PEO) Course by ESS-IPS (2023)
Guest Assistant Professor at ESS-IPS since 2023
Curricular Internship Advisor at ESS-IPS and ESS-CVP

Physiotherapist
Ana Casimiro
Degree in Physiotherapy, from the Higher School of Health of the Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal (2018)
Curricular Internships in the area of Musculoskeletal, Pediatric and Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy, through the Erasmus+ program, Greece (2018)
Physiotherapist in a home context since 2018
Training in Neurology: Advanced Neuro-Rehabilitation of Gait and Balance (2018) ; “Study of Human Movement - I Bobath Basic Course Module” (2019) ; Basic Course on Assessment and Treatment of Adults with Neurological Conditions - Bobath Concept (2020)
Otago Exercise Program (PEO) Course by ESS-IPS (2023)
Additional Training and Clinical Experience in Clinical Pilates, Musculoskeletal Pain and Geriatrics
Curricular Internship Advisor at ESS-IPS and ESSATLA

Physiotherapist
José Santos
Degree in Physiotherapy, from the Higher School of Health of the Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal (2021)
Master's student in Physiotherapy in Musculoskeletal Conditions at ESS-IPS, NMS/FCM and ENSP (2023 to date)
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS-NSCA)
SPLIT Course - Stratified Physiotherapy Intervention for People with Low Back Pain at ESS-IPS (2023)
Additional Training and Clinical Experience in Sports Physiotherapy, Musculoskeletal Pain, Low Back Pain and Clinical Pilates
Physiotherapist for the main football team of União Desportiva e Cultural Banheirense (2023-2024)

Physiotherapist
Marta Santos
Degree in Physiotherapy, Escola Superior de Saúde Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal (2017-2021)
Clinical Pilates for Physiotherapists Matwork Level 1 Formatherapy (2021)
Curricular Internship in Physiotherapist at Clínica Sanus Vitae (Sept.2021 - Jun.2022)
Master's student in Physiotherapy in Musculoskeletal Conditions at ESS-IPS, NMS/FCM and ENSP (2023 to date)
Otago Exercise Program (PEO) Course by ESS-IPS (2023)

Physiotherapist
Catarina Oliveira
Degree in Physiotherapy at the Portuguese Red Cross School of Health (2017-2022)
Curricular Internship in Physiotherapist at Curry Cabral Hospital (Jan.2018)
Curricular Internship in Physiotherapist at Santa Casa da Misericórdia do Montijo (Jan. - Feb.2021)
Curricular Internship in Physiotherapist at ALEA-Center for Technical and Human Development-Barreiro (May - Jun.2021)
Curricular Internship in Physiotherapist at ArteFisio (Oct. - Dec.2021)
Curricular Internship in Physiotherapist at Centro Hospitalar Barreiro-Montijo (Apr. - Jun.2022)

Physiotherapist
Maria Cunha
Degree in Physiotherapy, at the Escola Superior de Saúde Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal (2018-2022)
Physiotherapist - WOMEN'S U16 National Basketball Team (May 2023-current)
Assessment and Treatment of Knee Injuries - Academia Clínica Espregueira (May 2023)
Clinical Examination of the Pelvic Girdle and Coxofemural Girdle - Academia Clínica Espregueira (Jan.2023)
Knee Clinical Examination - Academia Clínica Espregueira (Jan.2023)
Clinical Examination of the Torn and Foot - Academia Clínica Espregueira (Jan.2023)
Clinical Assessment of the Shoulder Girdle and Shoulder - Academia Clínica Espregueira (Jan.2023)
Clinical Pilates Course - MATWORK LEVEL 1 - BWIZER – Porto, Accredited by The Australian Physiotherapy & Pilates Institute (May 2022)

Physiotherapist
Maria Cunha
Degree in Physiotherapy, at the Escola Superior de Saúde Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal (2018-2022)
Physiotherapist - WOMEN'S U16 National Basketball Team (May 2023-current)
Assessment and Treatment of Knee Injuries - Academia Clínica Espregueira (May 2023)
Clinical Examination of the Pelvic Girdle and Coxofemural Girdle - Academia Clínica Espregueira (Jan.2023)
Knee Clinical Examination - Academia Clínica Espregueira (Jan.2023)
Clinical Examination of the Torn and Foot - Academia Clínica Espregueira (Jan.2023)
Clinical Assessment of the Shoulder Girdle and Shoulder - Academia Clínica Espregueira (Jan.2023)
Clinical Pilates Course - MATWORK LEVEL 1 - BWIZER – Porto, Accredited by The Australian Physiotherapy & Pilates Institute (May 2022)

General clinic
Dr. Paulo Gomes
Integrated Master's Degree in Medicine at NOVA Medical School - Faculty of Medical Sciences of the NOVA University of Lisbon (2021)
Internal Doctor with specialized training in General and Family Medicine (FGM) at the Ribeirinha Family Health Unit (2023 to date)
Intensive Course on HIV Infection and Disease organized by the Portuguese Society of Internal Medicine (2023); ''Smoking Prevention and Control'' course organized by the coordination of the General and Family Medicine internship in Lisbon and Vale do Tejo (2023)
Member of the non-governmental organization Rotary Club of Barreiro (2021 to date)
Collaborator at NOVA Medical School - Universidade Nova de Lisboa as a tour guide to the noble spaces of the headquarters building, writer of publications and promoter of the college in primary and secondary schools
Areas of clinical interest: Sexual Health; Addictive behaviors and dependencies; Management of polymedicated users; Multimorbidity; Approach to cardiovascular risk factors

Pediatrics
Dr. Tânia Pessoa
Specialized Training Intern in Medical Pediatrics at the Arco Ribeirinho Local Health Unit (2020 – current)
Primary Health Care Internship for children and adolescents in Cape Verde (Oct.2021)
General Training Intern at Centro Hospitalar Barreiro-Montijo (2019)
Integrated Masters in Medicine at Nova Medical School, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Lisbon (2012-2018)
Integrated Master's Degree in Dental Medicine at the Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Lisbon, Lisbon (2011)
Publication of an original scientific article: Pessoa T, et al. COVID-19 - What changed in the Pediatric Emergency Room of a District Hospital during the state of emergency?. 2021Sep.30; 30(3):159-65. DOI: https://doi.org/10.25753/BirthGrowthMJ.v30.i3.20971
Continuous Training Course in Pediatrics of the Portuguese Society of Pediatrics (2021-2022)
Professional Training Course “Circulating through the Child’s Heart and Lung”, Lisbon (2022)
VIII Mechanical and Neonatal Ventilation Course, SCIP-SPP and SECIP (2023)
Postgraduate Program in Pediatric Nutrition, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine (2023 )
Member of the organizing committee of the UCF Arco Ribeirinho Work Mornings (2021)
Trainer in the Training Course for Interns at Centro Hospitalar Barreiro-Montijo (2021-2022)

Child and Youth Psychology
Inês Nunes
Degree in Psychology at the Lusófona University of Humanities and Technologies (2012-2015)
Master's degree in Clinical and Health Psychology at the Lusófona University of Humanities and Technologies (2015-2018)
Certificate of Pedagogical Skills (CCP) IEFP (2019)
Advanced Specialization in School and Educational Psychology - CRIAP
Advanced Course: Psychological Assessment in childhood - Reconstruct Psychology
Professional Training Course – Psychological Assessment in Learning Difficulties
Professional Training Course – The Interpretation of Children's Drawings VIII and X Educational Psychology Seminar
Course: "Intervention with Children and Young People at Risk" - Order of Psychologists
Professional Training in Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity – Subspecialization in LGBTI Children and Young People - CASA QUI
Initial Junior Psychologist Training - 43rd edition - Order of Portuguese Psychologists

Adult Psychology
Sandra Gonçalves
Graduated in Psychology from the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences of the University of Lisbon. Branch: Psychotherapy and Counseling
Postgraduate degree in Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (1998-2006) from APTCC - Portuguese Association of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies
Professional Training Course: Preparation for childbirth using the psycho-prophylactic method (2004) by Mente Aberta - Institute of Professional Training and Development
Specialist in Clinical and Health Psychology from OPP - Order of Portuguese Psychologists

Nutrition
Cátia Gonçalves
Degree in Dietetics and Nutrition from the Lisbon School of Health Technologies (2013)
Initial Pedagogical Training Course for Trainers (2013)
Nutritionist in the clinical area and in the area of collective food and catering since 2014
Microbiota, health and athlete performance course at Academia Clínica Espregueira (2022)
Nutrition and weight control course - from science to eating plan by Academia Clinica Espregueira (2023)
Advanced Endocrinology and Nutrition Course at Academia Clínica Espregueira (2023)
Training in nutrition during pregnancy and postpartum; nutrition for fertility, nutrition and endometriosis – by Nutrition Academy
Currently attending the Functional Nutrition in Women's Health course
























