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Dr. Maria Gomes
Being a doctor is in Maria Gomes’ genes. Literally. She comes from a long line of doctors, following in the footsteps of her great grandfather, grandfather, and father. She received her medical degree from Oporto University
Medical School in her homeland of Portugal, then completed her residency and a fellowship in Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology at the University of Minnesota Hospital and Clinics before joining
Minneapolis Radiology Associates in 2003. Today Dr. Gomes specializes in minimally invasive, targeted treatments using radiology imaging.
She sees patients for conditions ranging from painful
varicose veins, to spine fractures resulting from osteoporosis or cancer to fibroids causing abnormal uterine bleeding. Using minimally invasive techniques, the procedures typically have less risk, less pain, and less
recovery time when compared to open surgery (They Dr. Gomes wants patients to realize there are many low-risk procedures that can help them feel better physically. “There’s so much we can do, given recent When she speaks of her work, it’s obvious that
she cares a great deal about her patients. She treats patients with respect and compassion, is incredibly knowledgeable, and is a fierce advocate for their
best interests. Dr. Gomes believes making a positive difference in people’s lives is one of the great privileges of being a doctor. This is the most gratifying aspect of her job.
She concludes, “It really is a gift to help people feel better.”
“Dr. Gomes is one of the rare
physicians that has all the
best attributes a doctor can
offer. She is incredibly caring,
compassionate, knowledgeable,
and extremely skilled with her
hands. Her patients adore her
and she is fantastic to work with.”-Scott R. Schultz, M.D., president of Minneapolis Radiology.
Saturday January 19 11:00 AM - Health 101 Stage
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