Dr Luís Aranguren - General Medicine and Metabolic Health in Quarteira
Clinical Director

Dr Luis Aranguren

Professional Card: 78024 (Portuguese Medical Association)

With over 20 years of medical experience, Dr Luís Aranguren treats patients with a comprehensive, scientific and close approach, focusing on obesity, metabolic health and personalised clinical management. His practice in Portugal is geared towards sustained health improvement through comprehensive medical assessment, education and ongoing follow-up.

Main queries

  • Family Medicine
  • Weight Control and Obesity
  • Metabolic Health
  • Chronic Wound Care and the Diabetic Foot

Languages

  • Portuguese
  • Spanish
  • English
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Approach and Philosophy

My medical approach is progressive, scientific and sustainable. I consider obesity to be a chronic, complex and multifactorial disease that requires a comprehensive, individualised and education-based approach. My aim in every consultation is to promote the patient's active involvement in their own process of change, with realistic goals, close monitoring and a focus on consistent long-term results.

Areas of Intervention

Obesity Excess weight Type 2 diabetes Hypertension Dyslipidaemias Metabolic syndrome Metabolic health Prevention of metabolic diseases Chronic wound care Diabetic foot

Training and Academic Recognition

Master's in Modern Nutrition
Currently in progress

Complementary training aimed at an up-to-date approach to nutrition and metabolic health.

Specialisation in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
Dr Enrique Tejera Hospital City (CHET)

Specialised training focused on the comprehensive treatment of obesity and associated metabolic diseases.

Training in General Surgery
Dr Enrique Tejera Hospital City (CHET)

Solid surgical base complemented by continuous training in bariatric surgery since 2009.

Surgeon
University of Carabobo | 2006
Complementary training in metabolic and preventive medicine
Additional training

Studies in clinical nutrition, metabolic medicine, preventive medicine, advanced laparoscopy and therapeutic endoscopy.

Professional career

Clinical Director
Multiclínica do Algarve | Portugal

Medical coordination and clinical follow-up in the areas of general medicine, obesity, metabolic health and chronic patient management.

Doctor in the Surgical Emergency Department
Faro Hospital | Algarve, Portugal
Head of the Minimally Invasive, Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Service
Ciudad Hospitalaria “Dr Enrique Tejera” | Venezuela

Clinical and academic leadership role in bariatric and metabolic surgery.

Postgraduate academic coordinator
Bariatric and Minimally Invasive Surgery
Founder of the “Vence la Obesidad” programme”
Multidisciplinary team

A programme dedicated to the treatment of obesity, metabolic diseases and their complications, currently being adapted for Portugal.

Professional Highlights

Structured medical care with a holistic vision, clinical rigour and a focus on sustainable change.

Over 20 years of medical experience

Consolidated clinical experience, with around 15 years dedicated to the comprehensive treatment of obesity, metabolic surgery and diseases associated with excess weight.

Comprehensive medical approach

The consultation includes a clinical assessment, eating habits, emotional state, body composition and metabolic parameters to define a personalised therapeutic plan.

Multidisciplinary work

It integrates follow-up with nutritionists, psychologists, physiotherapists and physical activity specialists for a more complete response to each case.

Focus on sustainable results

It prioritises education, clinical follow-up and reinforcement of healthy habits to consolidate long-term results and prevent relapses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of patients does Dr Luís Aranguren see most often?

Dr Luís mainly treats people with obesity, overweight, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidaemias and metabolic syndrome, as well as patients looking to prevent metabolic diseases and improve their quality of life.
What is a typical consultation with Dr Luís like?

The consultation includes a full medical assessment, analysing medical history, eating habits, emotional state, body composition and metabolic parameters. From there, personalised goals and a structured therapeutic plan are defined, adapted to each patient's needs.
Is the follow-up occasional or continuous?

Dr Luís offers both modalities, although continuous follow-up is especially important to achieve and maintain lasting results. This includes regular medical check-ups, nutritional guidance and reinforcement of healthy habits.
Is psychological support important in the process of weight control?

Yes. Psychological support is considered an essential component of the process, helping to strengthen motivation, improve the relationship with food and deal with emotional factors that influence weight and general well-being.
What languages do you consult in?

Consultations can be carried out in Portuguese, Spanish and English, adapting to the cultural and linguistic diversity of the Algarve's resident and visiting patients.

Take care of your health with close, structured medical supervision.

Book your appointment with Dr Luís Aranguren at Multiclínica do Algarve and take the next step with a comprehensive, personalised clinical approach geared towards sustainable results.

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