Medical Doctor and GP/FM specialist with a PhD in progress at the University of Coimbra. Invited Assistant at FMUC, co-supervising master's theses. Participated in national and international congresses with oral communications, posters, and workshops. Published in peer-reviewed journals and co-authored a book chapter. Reviewer for WONCA Europe abstracts and was a member of the jury that ellaborated the final exam for the family medicine trainning in Portugal (currently still collaborating with the team). Organized scientific events, including the WONCA Europe 2014 Pre-Conference and national medical congresses. Secretary General of UEMO (2023–2026). Active in scientific training, continuing education, and medical education. Member of boards and scientific committees at the Portuguese Medical Association and European organizations. Dr. Catarina Matias has developed a research-oriented clinical and academic path that integrates qualitative and quantitative methodologies to respond to unmet needs in Primary Health Care. Her current doctoral research at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Coimbra (FMUC), titled "Chronic Pain by Knee Osteoarthritis: Identifying Unmet Needs and Preferences in Both Patients and General Practitioners. @Know.pt Project," represents a novel mixed-methods approach to understanding chronic pain through the lens of both users and professionals. The project addresses gaps in the current models of care for osteoarthritis and aims to support the design of patient-centred, evidence-based interventions in primary care. She has also co-led the cultural adaptation of assessment tools, such as the WOMAC (Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Arthritis Index), to European Portuguese, enabling reliable evaluation of outcomes in musculoskeletal conditions across diverse populations. Furthermore, she co-supervised integrated master's theses with themes exploring empathy, person-centred care, physical activity, and grief in medicine, all of which contribute to the innovation and refinement of clinical and educational practices in . Her scientific publications approach cardiovascular risk, diabetes, and chronic pain have contributed to the understanding of disease patterns and clinical management in the Portuguese context. These include original articles in peer-reviewed journals and a book chapter on the epidemiology of psychiatric disorders and the relevance of health record systems. Dr. Matias has also contributed to the development and validation of methodologies in the areas of medical empathy, therapeutic decision-making, and coding practices in general practice. Her work as a reviewer for WONCA Europe Conferences and reviewer for EACCME further reflects her influence on the scientific quality and relevance of research disseminated internationally. Additionally, her participation in abstract evaluation panels and exam development committees contributed to shape the way clinical knowledge is assessed, shared, and implemented. Throughout her academic tenure, Dr. Matias has played a role in the development of future clinicians and early-stage researchers. As an Invited Assistant at FMUC since 2017, she has mentored and co-supervised medical students undertaking their Integrated Master's research. Her mentorship covers the entire research process, from literature review and study design to analysis and scientific writing, fostering rigorous research skills in primary care settings. Her engagement with national and international networks, including UEMO, EURACT and WONCA, has enabled her to introduce students and junior professionals to collaborative platforms, promoting early integration into the scientific community. These roles have also allowed her to promote team-based research approaches, enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration and capacity-building in Family Medicine.