Title: Phrenic Nerve Stimulation to Achieve Ventilatory Autonomy After High Cervical Medullary Injury Secondary to Spinal Ependymoma Resection
Biography: Dr. Inês Jesus is a final-year neurosurgery resident at ULS Coimbra, Portugal, where
She has trained across the full spectrum of neurosurgical care. Her experience spans
complex cranial, spinal, and trauma surgery. She is recognized for her thoughtful
clinical reasoning and unwavering commitment to patient-centred care.
She completed her medical degree at Charles University in Prague, an international
experience that shaped her multidisciplinary perspective, deepened her interest in
neuroscience, and encouraged her to push beyond her comfort zone. She went on to
broaden her clinical exposure with three years of medical practice in the United
Kingdom, gaining valuable insight into diverse healthcare systems and strengthening
her ability to adapt and thrive in demanding clinical environments.
Throughout her residency, she has cultivated a strong interest in research and
innovation, with a particular focus on improving long-term outcomes for patients with
neurological disease. She aims to integrate high-level surgical practice with impactful
scientific work, contributing to the development of future therapeutic strategies in
neurosurgery.
Driven by curiosity, compassion, and a commitment to clinical excellence, Dr. Inês
Jesus represents a new generation of neurosurgeons dedicated to advancing patient
care through both technical mastery and scientific progress.