Profile
About Dr Egas
He graduated in Medicine from the University of Porto (ICBAS) and completed his specialization in Pediatrics at Hospital Geral de Santo António, in Porto. Throughout his career, he has held positions of high responsibility, including Head of the Pediatrics Department and Clinical Director, having led medical teams and actively participated in the implementation of clinical standards, care protocols and continuous quality improvement programs.
He currently works as Senior Pediatrics Consultant in Bahrain, where he was responsible for leading the Pediatrics Department of a hospital accredited with the Diamond Quality Seal, which reflects his strong commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety and best medical practices.
Dr. Egas Moura has extensive experience in caring for children from the neonatal period through adolescence, including monitoring growth and development, disease prevention, vaccination, management of acute and chronic conditions, as well as emergency situations. He is certified in Basic and Advanced Pediatric Life Support and Neonatal Resuscitation, with solid practice in highly complex clinical settings.
Alongside his clinical work, he has solid experience in medical education, having directed medical residency programs and participated in the training of physicians and health professionals in Portugal and in international projects, namely in Guinea-Bissau.
He is a member of several prestigious medical organizations, including the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health and the American Academy of Pediatrics, and is registered with several medical boards and international regulatory authorities.
Recognized for his humanized approach, clear communication with families and global perspective on child health, Dr. Egas Moura combines clinical experience, leadership and scientific rigor, ensuring high-quality pediatric care.
Qualifications
- Médico Especialista em Pediatria — Colégio de Especialidade em Pediatria, Ordem dos Médicos (OM 34823)
- Licenciado em Medicina — ICBAS, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar, Universidade do Porto
- Especialização em Pediatria — Hospital Geral de Santo António, Porto
- Consultor Sénior de Pediatria — Bahrain (hospital com Diamond Quality Seal)
- Chefe do Departamento de Pediatria e Director Clínico (cargos anteriores)
- Certificado em PALS/APLS — Suporte Avançado de Vida Pediátrico
- Certificado em Reanimação Neonatal
- Membro — Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH)
- Membro — American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
- Experiência em ensino médico e programas de residência em Portugal e Guiné-Bissau
FAQs
Is Dr. Egas Moura registered with the Medical Council with a specialty in Pediatrics?
Yes. Dr. Egas Moura is registered with the Ordem dos Médicos (OM) with the number 34823 and holds a specialist title from the College of Specialty in Pediatrics. You can verify this registration at ordemdosmedicos.pt. Dr. Egas Moura has over twenty years of experience in General Pediatrics, Pediatric Emergency, and Neonatology, and is a member of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
What does Dr. Egas Moura treat in online consultations?
Dr. Egas Moura offers online pediatric consultations for: assessment of symptoms in newborns, infants, children, and adolescents; acute illnesses (fever, respiratory and gastrointestinal infections, otitis); neonatology (assessment and guidance on newborns); pediatric emergency (assessment of real urgency); growth and development; vaccination; chronic pediatric diseases (asthma, allergies, diabetes, epilepsy); adolescent health; pediatric second opinion; and parental support on feeding, sleep, and behavior.
What distinguishes Dr. Egas Moura from other pediatricians available online?
Three elements rarely combined in a single online pediatric profile: over twenty years of real clinical experience in high-demand contexts — from Portuguese university hospitals to international high-complexity units; internationally recognized pediatric certifications, namely RCPCH and AAP; and experience in clinical leadership as Head of the Department of Pediatrics and Clinical Director — which gives him a systemic view of child health that goes beyond the individual consultation. For parents with complex situations or seeking a highly qualified second opinion, this combination of experiences is hard to match.
Does Dr. Moura have experience in neonatology and caring for newborns?
Yes. Neonatology is one of Dr. Egas Moura's areas of clinical expertise, with practice in high-complexity hospital environments. For parents of newborns with questions about development in the first days and weeks of life — feeding, jaundice, weight curve, sleep behavior, skin spots — an online consultation with Dr. Moura allows for specialized pediatric assessment without the need to go to pediatric emergency.
How to schedule an appointment with Dr. Egas Moura?
Select an available time on this page to schedule directly with Dr. Egas Moura. 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. For pediatric consultations, we recommend that the child be present during the consultation whenever possible.
What are Dr. Egas Moura's qualifications?
Dr. Egas Moura graduated in Medicine from ICBAS, University of Porto, and is a specialist in Pediatrics with training at Hospital Geral de Santo António, Porto. He has over twenty years of experience in General Pediatrics, Pediatric Emergency, and Neonatology, having held positions as Head of the Department of Pediatrics and Clinical Director. He currently works as a Senior Pediatric Consultant in Bahrain (hospital with Diamond Quality Seal). He is certified in PALS/APLS and Neonatal Resuscitation, and is a member of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health and the American Academy of Pediatrics. Registered with the OM (no. 34823, College of Specialty in Pediatrics).
