With distinct backgrounds and motivations, the three internal doctors share a common vision: the relevance of professional growth in a multicultural and demanding territory. For Bruno Maia da Fonseca, the choice of Sintra arose from the opportunity to train in one of the most populous and multicultural areas of the country, where social and public health challenges require integrated and innovative responses. «Sintra demands close community presence and constant coordination with the municipality, schools, and various social institutions of the county», he highlights.
Joana Azevedo particularly values close supervision, teamwork, and the diversity of daily experiences. She believes that the size and heterogeneity of the population served by the ULS are assets for developing technical skills and a broader understanding of health determinants.
In turn, Rui Massena emphasizes the practical component of the training and direct contact with real Public Health challenges. «Here, we have the opportunity to apply knowledge, address concrete problems, and understand the impact Public Health can have on communities», he states.
In a context where Public Health plays an increasingly vital role in health promotion, disease prevention, and reducing inequalities, ULS Amadora/Sintra establishes itself as a differentiating learning space, providing its trainees with education close to the field, people, and the challenges shaping the present and future of healthcare.
