Radiology
Abdominal and renal ultrasound
Ultrasound evaluation of abdominal organs such as the liver, kidneys, gallbladder, and pancreas
Catarina Costa
Radiologist
Medical licence: n.º 51279
Languages: Spanish, English, Portuguese
Areas of practice: Musculoskeletal and Osteoarticular Radiology, Thoracic, Abdominal, Gastrointestinal and Urogenital Radiology, Breast Imaging, Mammography, Breast Ultrasound, Breast Biopsy, Pelvic Ultrasound, Abdominal Ultrasound, Renal Ultrasound, Endocavitary Ultrasound, Thyroid Ultrasound, Neck Ultrasound, Cervical Ultrasound, Soft Tissue and Musculoskeletal Ultrasound.
About
Radiologist with dual expertise in breast and gynecologic imaging. She diagnoses breast, gynecologic and general conditions, and also specializes in musculoskeletal and osteoarticular imaging, including sports injuries, trauma, inflammatory, degenerative and oncologic diseases. She combines strong academic training with experience in leading healthcare institutions, bringing technical rigor and a patient-centered approach.
At Clínica Mulher, she focuses on breast imaging, general and endocavitary ultrasound, minimally invasive image-guided procedures and musculoskeletal diagnostics. Her practice is defined by precision, attention to detail and a commitment to preventive, integrated women’s healthcare.
Radiology
Ultrasound-guided vacuum-assisted biopsy
Extensive sampling or removal of small breast lesions under ultrasound guidance
Radiology
Breast clip placement
Precise lesion marking to support surgical planning and follow-up
Radiology
Breast ultrasound
Breast imaging for young women or as a complementary exam to mammography
Radiology
Soft tissue ultrasound
Ultrasound evaluation of muscles, tendons, and subcutaneous tissues
Radiology
Thyroid / neck ultrasound
Ultrasound evaluation of the thyroid gland and cervical structures
Radiology
Pelvic / gynecological / transvaginal ultrasound
Detailed ultrasound evaluation of pelvic organs, including the uterus and ovaries
Radiology
Bladder ultrasound
Ultrasound evaluation of the bladder and post-void residual volume
Radiology
Ultrasound-guided core needle biopsy
Targeted sampling of breast tissue under ultrasound guidance for diagnostic purposes
Breast Imaging and Interventional Procedures
Performs 3D mammography with tomosynthesis and breast ultrasound. Conducts image-guided procedures such as fine-needle aspiration (FNA), core biopsy, and vacuum-assisted biopsy, as well as breast clip placement for lesion localization.
General and Endocavitary Ultrasound
Performs thyroid, cervical, pelvic, bladder, abdominal, renal, soft tissue, and musculoskeletal ultrasound, ensuring comprehensive and high-precision imaging evaluation.
Includes musculoskeletal, osteoarticular, and soft-tissue ultrasound examinations.
- Radiologist at Clínica Mulher (since 2025)
- Radiologist, CUF network (2022–2025)
- Radiologist, Hospital da Luz network (2017–2022)
- Radiologist, Joaquim Chaves Saúde network (2017–2021)
- Senior Assistant in Radiology, Hospital Beatriz Ângelo (2017–2025)
- Specialist Degree in Radiology (2016)
- Residency in Radiology, Lisbon Western Hospital Center (2012–2016)
- General Internship, Porto Hospital Center (2011)
- Degree in Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra (2004–2010)
