Deputy Medical Director, Clínica Mulher
Virgínia Monteiro
Gynecologist
Medical licence: n.º 24881
Languages: French, English, Portuguese
Areas of practice: Diagnosis and treatment of lower genital tract disorders, including pre-malignant lesions of the cervix, vagina, and vulva.
Laser surgery of the lower genital tract. Vaginal regeneration laser treatments for genitourinary syndrome of menopause. Fractional vulvar laser treatments for lichen sclerosus.
Insurance Agreements:
No agreements with insurance providers.
About
A national reference in Gynecology, the Deputy Medical Director of Clínica Mulher leads specialist consultations in colposcopy, cervical and vaginal pathology, pelvic floor disorders and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery.
With more than 30 years of experience, her practice is distinguished by expertise in lower genital tract pathology, urinary incontinence and vaginal atrophy, with particular focus on laser surgery and both abdominal and vaginal gynecologic procedures.
At Clínica Mulher, she provides each woman with precise, personalized and compassionate care, ensuring that every treatment takes place in an environment of trust, comfort and excellence.
Gynecology and Obstetrics, Gynecology
Pelvic floor consultation
Assessment and follow-up of pelvic floor dysfunction, such as urinary leakage, pelvic heaviness and pain.
Gynecology and Obstetrics, Gynecology
Cervix, vagina and vulva consultation
Assessment and follow-up of an abnormal smear or a positive HPV test, cervical and vaginal lesions, lichen sclerosus and other conditions of the lower genital tract.
Gynecology and Obstetrics, Gynecology
Smear test and HPV test
Screening for cervical cell changes, and for the virus behind them.
Gynecology and Obstetrics, Gynecology
Colposcopy
Magnified view of the cervix to assess suspicious lesions or follow up an abnormal smear.
Gynecology and Obstetrics, Gynecology
Vaginoscopy / Vulvoscopy
Endoscopic examination of the vagina and vulva to assess lesions, infections and changes caused by HPV.
Gynecology and Obstetrics, Gynecology
IUD and contraceptive implant
Fitting, replacement or removal of long-acting contraception.
Gynecology and Obstetrics, Gynecology
Cervical polypectomy
Removal of cervical polyps during the appointment, with no need for an operating theatre.
Gynecology and Obstetrics, Gynecology
CO₂ laser conisation or diathermy loop
Removal of abnormal tissue from the cervix, after a smear or biopsy that shows changes.
Gynecology and Obstetrics, Gynecology
CO₂ laser surgery of the cervix, vagina and vulva
Minimally invasive treatment of lower genital tract lesions, carried out at the clinic under local anaesthetic.
Gynecology and Obstetrics, Gynecology
Vaginal laser regeneration
Laser applied to the vaginal lining to treat dryness, atrophy and loss of elasticity.
Gynecology and Obstetrics, Gynecology
Fractional laser of the vulva
Treatment of lichen sclerosus, pain during sex and vulval atrophy.
Gynecology and Obstetrics, Gynecology
Laser treatment of Bartholin’s gland cyst
Drainage or removal of the cyst with CO₂ laser, under local anaesthetic.
Gynecology and Obstetrics
LASER Treatment of Vulvar Condylomas
Precise removal of lesions caused by HPV
Gynecology and Obstetrics
LASER Treatment of Lower Genital Tract Malformations
Correction of anatomical abnormalities of the cervix, vagina, or vulva
Gynecology, Gynecology and Obstetrics
Tratamentos injetáveis vulvovaginais
Ácido hialurónico para a secura e toxina botulínica para a dor vulvar e o vaginismo.
Lower Genital Tract Pathology
Prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of pre-malignant and malignant lesions of the cervix, vagina, and vulva, as well as benign vulvar conditions. Extensive experience in colposcopy, vulvoscopy, and laser gynecologic surgery for the diagnosis and treatment of benign and pre-malignant disease of the lower genital tract.
Urinary Incontinence and Vaginal Atrophy
Medical and surgical treatment of genitourinary syndrome associated with post-menopausal vaginal atrophy.
Vulvar Pathology
Medical and surgical management of benign vulvar disease.
General Gynecology
Comprehensive gynecological care for women at all stages of life, from the first consultation to regular screening and follow-up of complex cases.
- Deputy Medical Director and Gynecologist at Clínica Mulher
- Coordinator, Colposcopy–Laser Unit, Hospital da Luz Lisbon
- Gynecologist, Hospital da Luz
- Member, Cervical Pathology Unit, Hospital SAMS (1996–2020)
- Member, Colposcopy–Laser Unit, Hospital CUF Descobertas (2005–2011)
- Hospital Consultant, Maternidade Dr. Alfredo da Costa (since 1994)
- Member, Colposcopy–Laser Unit, Maternidade Dr. Alfredo da Costa (1992–1996)
- Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Maternidade Dr. Alfredo da Costa (1985–1991)
- General Internship, Lisbon Civil Hospitals (1982–1985)
- President, Portuguese Section of Colposcopy and Lower Genital Tract Pathology, Portuguese Society of Gynecology (2016–2019)
- Secretary of the same Section (2013–2016)
- Member of the SPG consensus update committee on intraepithelial lesions of the cervix, vagina, and vulva (2011, 2014, 2023)
- Member of the International Society for the Study of Vulvovaginal Disease (ISSVD) since 2014
- Speaker at national and international congresses on colposcopy and lower genital tract pathology
- Author and co-author of scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Contributor to media discussions on cervical cancer screening, colposcopy, and innovation in gynecologic surgery
- Advanced training in Colposcopy, Lower Genital Tract Pathology, and Laser Surgery
- Specialist Degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Degree in Medicine – Faculty of Medicine, University of Lisbon
- Active participation in continuing medical education programs in Gynecology
- Instructor in courses on benign vulvar disease (since 2012)
- Instructor in advanced and basic colposcopy courses organized by the Portuguese Society of Gynecology (since 2012)
