Trust score 8/100
Dr. Joana Coelho
👤 4 years of experience
4,446+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
9
Publications
3
Languages spoken
About
Dr. Joana Coelho is a Family Medicine Physician with over 13 years of experience, having worked in the Portuguese National Health Service and private practice in both Portugal and Dubai. She specializes in Pain Medicine and Medical Acupuncture, focusing on treating acute and chronic pain and neurological dysfunctions through non-invasive neuromodulation. Currently, she is pursuing a Postgraduate Program in Advanced Neuromodulation at Faculdade Focus, Brazil, demonstrating her dedication to continuous advancement in her field. Her expertise spans a wide range of areas including child health, diabetes, hypertension, smoking cessation, and travel medicine.
Dr. Coelho holds specialised post-graduations in Chronic Pain, Medical Acupuncture, and Travel Medicine. Her proficiency in Medical Acupuncture is endorsed by the Portuguese Medical Association, where she also serves as a Board Member of the Medical Association College of Competence in Medical Acupuncture. She has contributed significantly to the field, having collaborated for 8 years with a Chronic Pain Clinic in Portugal, focusing on Neurofunctional Acupuncture.
In Dubai, her work has been centered on implementing peripheral neuromodulation techniques, representing a significant innovation in the United Arab Emirates.
A member of the Portuguese Medical Association since 2011, Dr. Coelho is actively involved in professional organisations. She has been a board member of the Portuguese Medical Acupuncture Society (SPMA), underscoring her expertise and leadership in the field.
Dr. Coelho is fluent in both English and Portuguese, enabling her to effectively communicate and provide comprehensive medical care to a diverse patient population.
Dr. Coelho holds specialised post-graduations in Chronic Pain, Medical Acupuncture, and Travel Medicine. Her proficiency in Medical Acupuncture is endorsed by the Portuguese Medical Association, where she also serves as a Board Member of the Medical Association College of Competence in Medical Acupuncture. She has contributed significantly to the field, having collaborated for 8 years with a Chronic Pain Clinic in Portugal, focusing on Neurofunctional Acupuncture.
In Dubai, her work has been centered on implementing peripheral neuromodulation techniques, representing a significant innovation in the United Arab Emirates.
A member of the Portuguese Medical Association since 2011, Dr. Coelho is actively involved in professional organisations. She has been a board member of the Portuguese Medical Acupuncture Society (SPMA), underscoring her expertise and leadership in the field.
Dr. Coelho is fluent in both English and Portuguese, enabling her to effectively communicate and provide comprehensive medical care to a diverse patient population.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr. Joana Coelho
Education & training
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2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2018–2022 Residency · Pain Management
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2022–2023 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Pain Management
Malpractice insurance:
Generali Healthcare · 4,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,778 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,732 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,204 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 835 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 120 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 10 · i10: 4
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European registry analysis of Pain Management outcomes
DOI: 10.9434/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 37871496 · cited by 82
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Outcomes of Pain Management in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.4045/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 32819096 · cited by 64
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European registry analysis of Pain Management outcomes
DOI: 10.9292/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 38697529 · cited by 38
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Pain Management European Annual Congress (Pain Management) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Pain Management National Society Meeting · Dubai · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Pain Management — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2023
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2023
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2023
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Pain Management
- Awareness When should you see a pain management?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · joana.coelho@euroclinics.example
Location
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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