Clínica Atlanta was founded in 1997 by Dr. Joaquim Fernando Seixas-Martins with a clear vision: to create a unique place where health, beauty and aesthetic care could come together under the guidance of an experienced plastic surgeon. Almost thirty years later, the clinic has become a national reference, trusted by patients who value a direct relationship with the specialist who treats them. Its approach is simple and consistent. Every patient is treated professionally, personally and honestly, using the latest medical advances and technologies. The clinic combines the comfortable, discreet atmosphere of a small private practice with access to modern equipment and a surgeon whose career spans both private practice and a leading public hospital service. Patients who choose Clínica Atlanta know from the start exactly who will look after them, and that continuity shapes every part of the experience.
A Practice Shaped by One Surgeon's Standards
Clínica Atlanta is built around the work and values of its founder and clinical director, Dr. Seixas-Martins. He graduated in medicine and surgery from a leading Portuguese faculty of medicine and completed his specialist training in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery with distinction. He has almost thirty years of clinical experience.
Alongside his private practice, he directs the plastic and reconstructive surgery service of a major public hospital in Portugal, where he is also a senior graduate hospital assistant. This dual role keeps him close to complex cases, hospital protocols and the training of younger doctors, and it brings a high level of discipline into the private clinic.
• Founder and clinical director of Clínica Atlanta since 1997
• Specialist in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, trained with distinction
• Head of a hospital plastic and reconstructive surgery service
• Almost thirty years of clinical experience
• Author of numerous scientific articles and a regular speaker at national and international congresses
Because the clinic is led by one surgeon, patients enjoy continuity. The doctor they meet at the first consultation is the doctor who plans their care, performs it and follows their recovery.
This continuity matters more than many patients expect. When one specialist knows the full story of a case, from the first conversation to the last check-up, decisions are more consistent and communication is simpler. Patients do not need to repeat their history or wonder who is responsible for their care. They have one clear point of medical contact, and that contact is the surgeon himself.
Recognised by the Profession It Serves
Trust in a surgeon is built on qualifications that can be checked. Dr. Seixas-Martins is a member of the specialty college of plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery of the national medical association, and an active member of the national society of plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. He also belongs to the national society for hand surgery, the medical sciences society and the national academy of medicine.
These memberships reflect more than titles. They connect the surgeon to ongoing education, peer review and the latest developments in the specialty. He has taken part in extensive national and international training, including specialist courses and congresses, and he has served as a consultant and collaborator for health and plastic surgery publications.
• Member of the specialty college of the national medical association
• Active member of national plastic surgery and hand surgery societies
• Member of the national academy of medicine
• Continuous participation in courses and international congresses
• Consultant to health and specialist publications
For patients, this professional standing is reassuring. It shows a surgeon who remains engaged with his field, respected by his peers and committed to keeping his knowledge current.
His scientific work also feeds back into daily practice. Writing, presenting and discussing cases with colleagues sharpens clinical judgement and encourages a careful, evidence-based approach. Patients at Clínica Atlanta benefit from this habit of reflection, which favours proven methods and realistic promises over fashion.
Honesty Before Every Decision
At Clínica Atlanta, the first priority is that patients understand what they are deciding. The clinic's view is clear: plastic surgery is a serious step, and the patient must be properly informed and supported throughout. Dr. Seixas-Martins believes that the most important factor in a successful outcome is the choice of physician, and he sees it as his duty to earn that choice through transparency.
Informed consent is treated as essential for every medical and surgical treatment. Patients are encouraged to be fully aware of the benefits and risks so they can make a decision that suits them. To help, the clinic offers practical guidance on what to know before surgery, how to choose a qualified surgeon, the psychological side of aesthetic change and how to make the right decision.
• Clear explanations of benefits, risks and recovery
• Informed consent as a firm rule for every treatment
• Practical guidance to help patients prepare
• Attention to the emotional side of change
• No pressure to decide before the patient is ready
The clinic also asks something of its patients: to be honest and transparent about their wishes and expectations. This two-way openness is, in the clinic's words, essential to achieving satisfying results.
In practice, this means consultations are genuine conversations. The surgeon listens first, examines carefully and then explains what is possible, what is not, and what the patient can expect at each stage. Where another option would serve the patient better, or where waiting would be wiser, he says so plainly. Many patients value this candour as much as the technical result.
Calm Rooms, Modern Tools and Personal Attention
Clínica Atlanta has the feel of a small private clinic. Patients are welcomed into a calm and discreet environment where they are known by name and where appointments are unhurried. There is no sense of being one of many; each visit is personal.
At the same time, the clinic gives access to modern equipment and technology. This balance between intimacy and capability is one of its defining features. Patients benefit from current techniques and tools while enjoying the attention and privacy that only a smaller practice can offer.
• A quiet, private setting in the centre of the city's business district
• Unhurried consultations and personal attention
• Access to modern medical equipment and technology
• Both surgical and non-surgical care available
• Easy online appointment booking
The clinic is easy to contact by phone, mobile or email, and patients can request an appointment online. Communication is direct and friendly, and questions are answered by a team that knows each patient's history.
Privacy is protected at every step. Personal information is handled with care, and the clinic's layout and scheduling help patients feel comfortable and unobserved. This quiet discretion is part of what has made the clinic a trusted choice for so many people over the years.
A Guarantee That Reflects Confidence
One of the clearest signs of Clínica Atlanta's commitment is its guarantee. The price of surgery includes a guarantee covering unwanted results or primary complications, which are treated with the aim of free coverage for the patient. This policy reflects the confidence the clinic has in its methods and its responsibility toward the people it treats.
Aftercare is part of the same commitment. Because the surgeon follows each case personally, patients are supported through recovery by the same specialist who planned their care. Follow-up visits allow progress to be checked and advice adjusted as healing continues.
• A guarantee included in the price of surgery
• Primary complications and unwanted results addressed with the aim of free coverage
• Personal follow-up by the operating surgeon
• Clear instructions for recovery at home
• A lasting relationship built on trust
Many patients stay in touch with the clinic long after their recovery is complete. Some return years later with new questions, and others recommend the clinic to friends and family. This long-term loyalty is perhaps the best measure of the care they have received, and it reflects the steady, personal relationship that sits at the centre of the practice.
Choosing where to have plastic surgery is one of the most personal decisions a patient can make. Clínica Atlanta offers clear reasons for confidence: almost thirty years of history, a founding surgeon with distinguished training and a leadership role in a hospital service, strong professional recognition, a firm commitment to honesty and informed consent, a calm and well-equipped setting, and a guarantee included in the cost of surgery. For anyone in Portugal, or travelling to Portugal, who wants a direct and trusted relationship with an experienced specialist, Clínica Atlanta is a responsible and reassuring place to begin. The first step is simply a conversation, where every question is welcome and the decision always stays with the patient.
