Biography of Professor Doctor Sérgio Sampaio
Vascular Surgery Specialist
Bachelor's and Doctorate in Medicine for the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto (FMUP). He holds Professional License No. 36834 from Order of Physicians.
Professor Sérgio Sampaio's career stands out for his constant investment in learning and improving his professional skills in serving patients, particularly in the specialty of Vascular Surgery.
After finishing his degree in Medicine and completing two years of General Internship, he successfully applied for the Complementary Internship in the Angiology and Vascular Surgery Department at Hospital de São João, in Porto.
At the end of the 4th year of his internship, he sought to expand his knowledge with renowned international institutions:
- A period of Research Fellowship clinical fellowship in the Division of Vascular Surgery at the Mayo Clinic in the USA, lasting 1 year;
- He obtained the Certificate in Clinical Research awarded by the Center for Patient Oriented Research and the Clinical Research Training Program (Mayo Clinic, USA);
- He began the research project that formed the basis of his doctoral thesis.
Obtained the Degree of Vascular Surgery Specialist in 2006, having completed the Complementary Internship with a grade of 19.6.
He started teaching as a Invited Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Medicine from the University of Porto, a position they hold to this day.
Professor Doctor Sérgio Sampaio is Fellow of the European Board of Vascular Surgery.
He still belongs to and is an active member of numerous Scientific Societies, including:
- Portuguese Society of Angiology and Vascular Surgery
- Portuguese Society of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery
- European Society for Vascular Surgery
- Mayo Clinic Alumni Association
Since 2009 he has coordinated the Vascular Surgery team at Hospital Privado da Boa Nova.
He also began his duties as a national delegate representing the Portuguese Society of Angiology and Vascular Surgery at the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS). Section and Board of Vascular Surgery.
Treatments performed by Professor Sérgio Sampaio
CLaCS
Cryo-Laser and Cryo-Sclerotherapy is an innovative technique in the field of Phlebology to treat spider veins on the legs.
Radio frequency
Radiofrequency is a minimally invasive procedure for varicose veins in the legs, which allows the saphenous vein to be treated.
Lipedema
It is a disease that results in a disproportionate accumulation of fat, most frequently in the lower limbs.
Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is a technique frequently used to treat telangiectasias (swellings on the legs).
Varicose Veins and spider veins
Restore freedom of movement and relieve the feeling of heaviness, pain, and discomfort in your legs.
Lymphedema
Learn how you can combat the weight, bloating, and tiredness associated with lymphatic problems.
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome
Get rid of annoying varicose veins in your pelvis with a simple, quick and safe procedure.
Saphenous Vein Stripping
Saphenous vein stripping is a surgical procedure to eliminate varicose veins in the legs and prevent the appearance of new ones.
Aortic Aneurysm
Learn how to monitor and prevent an aneurysm from rupturing. Learn about surgeries for this type of vascular problem.
Deep Vein Thrombosis
Learn about the potential medical complications of this condition and what you can do to prevent them.
Peripheral Arterial Disease
Learn what PAD is. Adopt a healthier lifestyle and reduce the likelihood of this vascular problem progressing.
Carotid Disease
Reduce your risk of stroke. Learn about the surgery that removes the lesion that has formed in the walls of the carotid artery.
Excessive Underarm Sweating
Discover the possible treatments for excessive underarm sweating.
Excessive Sweating on Hands and Feet
Reduce excess sweat on your hands and feet and improve your daily life.
Sweat in other areas of the body
Learn about treatments for hyperhidrosis on the scalp, neck, back, chest, or other areas of the body.
Bromhidrosis
Learn how you can minimize or treat bad body odor caused by perspiration.
Thoracoscopic sympathectomy
Thoracoscopic sympathectomy is a minimally invasive procedure that aims to treat excessive sweating.
Prof. Doctor Sérgio Sampaio - Videos
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm – CNN Interview
Varicose veins – How they appear and their treatment – Porto Canal
Post-thrombotic syndrome in the lower limbs – RTP1
Hyperhidrosis – Treatment with Mira Dry
Hyperhidrosis – Surgical treatment
Hyperhidrosis – What is it?
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
Carotid Disease – Treatment
Carotid Disease – What is it?
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome – Treatments
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome – Symptoms
Presentation – Professor Doctor Sérgio Sampaio
"And after a Deep Vein Thrombosis, is there really so little that can be done? – Prof. Dr. Sérgio Sampaio – Portugal em Direto
Study on Varicose Vein Surgeries – Prof. Dr. Sérgio Sampaio on RTP1
Varicose Veins and Strokes – Prof. Dr. Sérgio Sampaio on SIC Notícias
Study of Varicose Vein Surgeries
Treatment for Varicose Veins in the Legs – Radiofrequency and other methods
Interview about Varicose Veins in the Legs and the Most Effective Treatments
Radiofrequency Technique: Treatment for varicose veins without hospitalization and fast recovery
Professor Doctor Sérgio Sampaio in the Press
English (UK)