Dr. Lucente on the podium at the 9th Congess of the Portuguese Association of Urology
Dr. Lucente travels to Portugal
October 1, 2006
Dr. Lucente addresses the 9th Congess of the Portuguese Association of Urology
In October Dr. Lucente traveled to Algarve, Portugal to speak on new minimally invasive surgery in incontinence and participate in a round table discussion with physicians from the Portuguese urologic association. He then spent time in Lisbon, the country's capital, to share the US clinical experience with the GYNECARE team who manufacturers TVT Secur, the newest device for securement of transvaginal tape for female incontinence.
About Portugal
Portugal is located in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula and is the westernmost country of mainland Europe. Portugal is bordered by Spain to the north and east and by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and south. Portugal's climate is Mediterranean and is one of the warmest European countries.
Portugal is a member of the European Union and there is a friendship alliance and dual citizenship treaty with Brazil. Portugal also has very good relations with the USA, UK, China and as well as other European Union countries, and centuries-old diplomatic ties with Morocco. Portugal’s health system is a national health plan similar to that of the United Kingdom.
Portugal enjoys a very stable environment. Some of the major industries include oil refineries, automotive, footwear, furniture and cork (it is the world's leading producer). Portuguese wines are also exported worldwide and tourism is an important activity.