Dr. Nuno Fradinho is a medical specialist in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery and a fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. He is registered with the Portuguese Medical Association and serves as clinical director of the MyMoment clinic, where his practice is based. Over the course of his career he has combined a strong public hospital training with international experience on several continents, and he has taken on leadership roles in his specialty at national level. Patients who choose his care are choosing a surgeon who believes that excellence comes from multidisciplinary teamwork, careful planning and an honest relationship with every person he treats. His practice is built on a simple idea that runs through every consultation: good surgery starts with good listening, and good results are those that look natural and feel right to the patient.
A Surgeon Shaped by Hospital Training and Global Fellowships
Dr. Nuno Fradinho completed his specialist training in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery at a major central university hospital in Portugal. This kind of hospital environment exposes young surgeons to a wide range of complex cases, from emergencies to long reconstructive journeys, and it builds a deep respect for anatomy, safety and teamwork.
He then chose to broaden his experience abroad. He completed international fellowships and training periods in several countries across Europe, Asia and South America, working alongside respected surgical teams and learning different schools of thought. These experiences exposed him to a variety of techniques and to different ways of organising surgical care, and he brought back the best of each to his own practice.
• Specialist in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery
• Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Specialist training at a central university hospital in Portugal
• International fellowships across Europe, Asia and South America
• Registered with the Portuguese Medical Association
Training in different countries also taught him the value of humility and constant learning. Every surgical culture has something to teach, and he still approaches each new technique with the same mix of curiosity and caution. New methods are adopted only when the evidence supports them and when they clearly serve the patient.
European board certification is an important sign of quality. It means that his knowledge and skills have been assessed against a demanding international standard, beyond national certification. For patients, especially those travelling from other countries, this is a clear and recognisable mark of trust.
Leadership Within the National Specialty
Beyond his own patients, Dr. Nuno Fradinho has played an active role in shaping his profession. He served as president of the Portuguese Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery from 2023 to 2025. In this role, he worked to promote high standards, patient safety and ethical practice across the specialty in Portugal.
He is also a member of several leading international societies, which keeps him connected to the latest research, guidelines and discussions in plastic surgery worldwide.
• Past president of the Portuguese Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
• Member of the European Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Member of the Ibero-Latin American Federation of Plastic Surgery
Being chosen to lead a national society reflects the respect of his peers. It also shows a commitment to ethics that goes beyond individual practice: a belief that the whole specialty should work to protect patients, share knowledge and raise standards.
Where Reconstruction Meets Aesthetics
One of the strengths of Dr. Nuno Fradinho's practice is the balance between reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. On the aesthetic side, his work focuses on the face, the breast and body contouring. On the reconstructive side, he treats conditions of the hand, rebuilds form and function after major weight loss, and reconstructs areas affected by tumours.
This dual focus matters for every patient. Reconstructive surgery demands a deep understanding of how tissues heal, how blood supply works and how to restore both function and appearance. These same skills make aesthetic surgery safer and more precise. A surgeon who is used to solving complex problems brings extra care and judgement to every case, however routine it may seem.
• Aesthetic work focused on the face, the breast and the body
• Reconstructive experience in hand surgery and complex rebuilding
• Care for patients after major weight loss
• A strong grasp of anatomy, healing and tissue behaviour
• An eye for balance, proportion and natural results
Patients benefit from a surgeon who sees beyond a single feature. He looks at the whole person, considers how each change will fit the rest of the face or body, and aims for harmony rather than dramatic change. The goal is always a result that looks like the patient, only refreshed and more at ease.
Ethical Aesthetics and the Power of Teamwork
Dr. Nuno Fradinho leads the MyMoment clinic under a clear banner of ethical aesthetics. For him, this means offering only what is truly right for each patient, explaining options honestly and never pushing for more intervention than needed. Sometimes the best advice is a smaller step, a later date or a different approach, and he is comfortable saying so.
He believes that excellence comes from multidisciplinary work. At the clinic, he works with a team of professionals who support patients before, during and after surgery. Each person in the team has a defined role, and communication between them is constant, so that nothing is missed and every patient feels guided at every stage.
• Honest advice based on each patient's real needs
• A multidisciplinary team supporting every stage of care
• Clear explanations of benefits, limits and recovery
• No pressure to decide, and time to reflect
• Respect for privacy and personal goals
Ethics also means being clear about recovery. Before any decision, patients learn how long they will need to rest, what the first weeks will feel like, when they can return to work and exercise, and how their result will settle over the following months. This honest picture helps patients plan their lives around their care and removes much of the worry that comes with the unknown. It also builds realistic expectations, which are one of the most important foundations of a satisfied patient.
Safety guides every choice. Each plan begins with a full review of the patient's health, and surgery is only scheduled once the team is confident that it is the right step at the right time. Throughout the process, patients know exactly who to contact and what to do if anything feels unusual.
This ethical approach is one of the reasons patients return and recommend him to others. They know they will receive a genuine medical opinion, not a sales pitch.
Close Support From Consultation to Recovery
Patient reviews shared on the practice's website speak often of two things: natural results and close support. Many patients mention that their result looks so natural that others do not notice any intervention, which was exactly what they hoped for. Others highlight the constant availability of the team during recovery, including support at any hour when questions or concerns arise. The clinic holds a high average rating from a large number of patient reviews.
Booking is simple. Patients can schedule a consultation online or reach the team by WhatsApp, and they receive fast replies with clear information. The first consultation is a detailed conversation about goals, health history and expectations, followed by an examination and a personalised plan. Every step, from preparation to aftercare, is explained in advance.
• Easy online booking and direct contact by WhatsApp
• A detailed first consultation with a personalised plan
• Clear preparation and aftercare instructions
• Close follow-up during recovery, with support at any hour
• Results that aim to look natural and balanced
For patients travelling from abroad, this structured and responsive way of working makes planning easier. The team can help organise consultation, surgery and follow-up dates so that the stay in Portugal is smooth and well supported, and it keeps in touch after the patient returns home.
Choosing a plastic surgeon is one of the most personal decisions a patient can make. Dr. Nuno Fradinho offers a combination that inspires confidence: European board certification, solid hospital training, international experience, national leadership in his specialty, strong reconstructive skills and a clear commitment to ethics and teamwork. It is a practice where patients are heard, advised honestly and cared for closely from the first conversation to the final check-up.
