The 20 Best Cortical Dysplasia Doctors in Portugal

Find the Top Cortical Dysplasia Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 86 doctor with experience in Cortical Dysplasia near Portugal. Of these, 80 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Cortical Dysplasia
    Distinguished in Cortical Dysplasia
    Santa Maria, PT 

    Jose Ferreira practices practicing medicine in Santa Maria, Portugal. Mr. Ferreira is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tuberous Sclerosis, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Cortical Dysplasia, and Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS).

    Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Porto, PT 

    Miguel Leao practices practicing medicine in Porto, Portugal. Mr. Leao is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lateral Meningocele Syndrome, Microcephaly, Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, Cortical Dysplasia, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Lisbon, PT 

    Carla Conceicao practices practicing medicine in Lisbon, Portugal. Ms. Conceicao is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spasticity, Increased Head Circumference, Cortical Dysplasia, and Osteomyelitis in Children.

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    Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Leiria, PT 

    Joana Ribeiro-Jesus practices practicing medicine in Leiria, Portugal. Ms. Ribeiro-Jesus is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cortical Dysplasia, Epilepsy, Meningocele, and Ganglioglioma.

    Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Covilha, PT 

    Josianne Carrico practices practicing medicine in Covilha, Portugal. Ms. Carrico is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Kallmann Syndrome, Tuberous Sclerosis, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, and Cortical Dysplasia.

    Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Advanced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Lisbon, PT 

    Gabriela Soares practices practicing medicine in Lisbon, Portugal. Ms. Soares is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses FG Syndrome, Microcephaly, Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 20.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia

    Hospital Júlio De Matos

    53 Av. do Brasil, Hospital Júlio de Matos, 
    Lisboa, PT 

    João Gama Marques practices practicing medicine in Lisboa, Portugal. Mr. Gama Marques is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schizoaffective Disorder, Schizophrenia, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, and Increased Head Circumference.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Porto, PT 

    Mrinalini Honavar practices practicing medicine in Porto, Portugal. Ms. Honavar is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ganglioglioma, Cortical Dysplasia, Brain Tumor, and Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Lisbon, PT 

    Ana Sousa practices practicing medicine in Lisbon, Portugal. Ms. Sousa is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia-Absent Radius Syndrome, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, and Increased Head Circumference.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Porto, PT 

    Ana Geraldo practices practicing medicine in Porto, Portugal. Ms. Geraldo is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Feingold Syndrome, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Hemangioma.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Lisbon, PT 

    Jose Pimentel practices practicing medicine in Lisbon, Portugal. Mr. Pimentel is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Ganglioglioma, Brain Tumor, Gliomatosis Cerebri, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Lisbon, PT 

    Ana Franco practices practicing medicine in Lisbon, Portugal. Ms. Franco is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myoclonic Epilepsy, Seizures, West Syndrome, Craniectomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Porto, PT 

    Maria Sa-Nabais practices practicing medicine in Porto, Portugal. Ms. Sa-Nabais is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses FG Syndrome, Micrognathia, Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, and Microcephaly.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Carnaxide, PT 

    Oana Moldovan practices practicing medicine in Carnaxide, Portugal. Moldovan is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Kallmann Syndrome, GEMSS Syndrome, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, and Tangier Disease.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Lisbon, PT 

    Carla Bentes practices practicing medicine in Lisbon, Portugal. Ms. Bentes is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Absence Seizure, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Coimbra, PT 

    Mariana Pais practices practicing medicine in Coimbra, Portugal. Ms. Pais is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tuberous Sclerosis, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, and Cortical Dysplasia.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Porto, PT 

    Nuno Maia practices practicing medicine in Porto, Portugal. Mr. Maia is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses FG Syndrome, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 20, Blepharophimosis, and Ulnar-Mammary Syndrome.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Coimbra, PT 

    Francisco Sales practices practicing medicine in Coimbra, Portugal. Mr. Sales is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Absence Seizure.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Coimbra, PT 

    Fabiana Ramos practices practicing medicine in Coimbra, Portugal. Ms. Ramos is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Simpson-Golabi-Behmel Syndrome, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Microcephaly Deafness Syndrome, and Neurofibromatosis.

    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Experienced in Cortical Dysplasia
    Coimbra, PT 

    Joana Melo practices practicing medicine in Coimbra, Portugal. Ms. Melo is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Cortical Dysplasia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC).

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Cortical Dysplasia?

    Cortical dysplasia is a condition present at birth (congenital) that occurs when the neurons in the top layer of the brain (cortex) develop abnormally. This causes the neurons to fire abnormally, causing seizures. Other causes of cortical dysplasia may include genetic disorders or brain injuries. Cortical dysplasia is the most common cause of epilepsy (seizures). The most common type of cortical dysplasia is focal cortical dysplasia (FCD), which is categorized into three types: Type 1 focal cortical dysplasia causes seizures that do not appear until adulthood, and usually involves the brain’s temporal lobe. Type II focal cortical dysplasia is found more frequently in children, involves the brain’s temporal and frontal lobes, and is more severe. Type III focal cortical dysplasia involves damage to another part of the brain, possibly from an early brain injury, in addition to Type 1 or Type II.

    When should I see a Cortical Dysplasia doctor in Portugal?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Cortical Dysplasia doctor in Portugal?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Cortical Dysplasia doctors in Portugal?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Cortical Dysplasia doctors in Portugal?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Cortical Dysplasia doctor in Portugal?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Cortical Dysplasia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cortical Dysplasia doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Cortical Dysplasia doctor in Portugal?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Cortical Dysplasia doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Cortical Dysplasia doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Cortical Dysplasia doctors in Portugal?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Cortical Dysplasia doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Cortical Dysplasia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cortical Dysplasia doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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