Flávia Centenaro de Oliveira
Curitiba
Summary
Dedicated physician from Brazil, currently completing an Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at Hospital Santa Casa de Curitiba, with a strong commitment to advancing women’s health through rigorous clinical training, compassionate patient-centered care, and innovative research. Passionate about minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, urogynecology, reproductive medicine, gynecologic endocrinology, maternal-fetal health, and gynecologic oncology. International training, including a fellowship at Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève in Switzerland, has strengthened adaptability to diverse clinical and academic environments. Now seeking a fellowship at Mayo Clinic to further develop research expertise and contribute to a world-class institution recognized for excellence in integrated patient care, education, and groundbreaking scientific discovery.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Research Fellow
Hospital Santa Casa De Curitiba
06.2025 - 02.2026
- Currently conducting an ongoing registered systematic review on pharmacological treatment for PCOS
- Comparative efficacy of GLP-1 receptor agonists and DPP-4 inhibitors versus metformin for insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis (PROSPERO CRD42025112933)
Obstetrics and Gynecology Resident
Irmandade da Santa Casa de Misericórdia de Curitiba
03.2023 - 02.2026
- Full-time Final-year resident in an ObGyn program. Clinical training experience in gynecology, gynecological surgery, minimally invasive surgery, urogynecology, obstetrics ultrasound, reproductive medicine, and maternal-fetal health.
- Patient-centered care with emphasis on evidence-based practice.
- Conducted research and stayed current with medical advancements, contributing to growth of medical knowledge.
Research Fellow - Women's Health
Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Selected for a funded research fellowship (PIBIC/Fundação Araucária) under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Marta Francis Benevides Rehme. Led a project on contraception during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on patterns of contraceptive use and demand for family planning services during social isolation, contributing to 2 peer-reviewed publications and presentations at multiple national scientific meetings.
International Clinical Trainee - Obstetrics & Gynecology
HUG - Hopitaux Universitaires de Genève
07.2022 - 08.2022
- On-site Five-week rotation at the HUG OBGYN Department of Women, Children, and Adolescents. Selected for an international clinical exchange through a national IFMSA academic ranking (International Federation of Medical Students' Associations).
- Gained experience in international clinical practice, patient care, and multidisciplinary teamwork. Strengthened skills in gynecology and obstetrics within a global healthcare setting.
President - Women's Health Academic League (LISAM-GO)
Liga Acadêmica da Saude da Mulher - LISAM-GO
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Led the Liga Acadêmica da Saude da Mulher - LISAM-GO, coordinating academic, clinical, and community activities related to gynecology and obstetrics, reaching over 100 medical students and healthcare professionals.
- Organized lectures, workshops, and clinical case discussions with physicians and residents.
- Developed leadership, communication, and organizational skills in women's health advocacy.
Clinical Intern - Urogynecology & Female Urology
Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da USP
07.2021 - 07.2021
- Internship One-month clinical internship in urogynecology and robotic-assisted gynecologic surgery. Focus on surgical approaches and female pelvic floor disorders. Skills: Women's Health
Clinical Intern - Gynecological Endocrinology & Pediatric/Adolescent Gynecology
Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da USP
07.2021 - 07.2021
- Internship One-month training in gynecological endocrinology and gynecology of childhood/adolescence. 176 hours of supervised practice in a tertiary care setting.
General Coordinator - Local Committee of Internships & Exchanges
Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Directed the Local Committee of IFMSA, overseeing internship logistics and academic exchanges, facilitating over 50 placements and supporting numerous visiting exchange students.
- Strengthened cross-cultural collaboration and project management skills.
International Coordinator
Centro Acadêmico de Medicina Mário de Abreu
12.2017 - 12.2018
- Managed international student exchange opportunities through IFMSA and DENEM.
- Coordinated clinical rotations abroad for PUCPR students and supported international students in Curitiba.
- Promoted cultural exchange, global health awareness, and medical internationalization.
Education
Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program -
Irmandade Da Santa Casa De Misericórdia De Curitiba
Curitiba02.2026
M.D. - Medicine
Pontifícia Universidade Católica Do Paraná
Curitiba12-2022
Skills
- Patient-centered women's health care
- Humanized care in clinical settings
- Compassionate care
- Effective cross-cultural communication
- Leadership in project management
- Scientific writing
- Literature review
- Clinical decision making
- Research and analysis
Languages
English Native or bilingual proficiency
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French Full professional proficiency
Advanced (C1)
Italian Limited working proficiency
Upper intermediate (B2)
Portuguese Native or bilingual proficiency
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Clinical Research Fellow
Hospital Santa Casa De Curitiba
06.2025 - 02.2026
Obstetrics and Gynecology Resident
Irmandade da Santa Casa de Misericórdia de Curitiba
03.2023 - 02.2026
International Clinical Trainee - Obstetrics & Gynecology
HUG - Hopitaux Universitaires de Genève
07.2022 - 08.2022
Research Fellow - Women's Health
Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná
09.2021 - 09.2022
Clinical Intern - Urogynecology & Female Urology
Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da USP
07.2021 - 07.2021
Clinical Intern - Gynecological Endocrinology & Pediatric/Adolescent Gynecology
Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da USP
07.2021 - 07.2021
President - Women's Health Academic League (LISAM-GO)
Liga Acadêmica da Saude da Mulher - LISAM-GO
12.2019 - 12.2021
General Coordinator - Local Committee of Internships & Exchanges
Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná
01.2018 - 12.2018
International Coordinator
Centro Acadêmico de Medicina Mário de Abreu
12.2017 - 12.2018
Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program -
Irmandade Da Santa Casa De Misericórdia De Curitiba
M.D. - Medicine
Pontifícia Universidade Católica Do Paraná
Publications
- Analysis of single dose GRH analog (goserelin acetate - 10.8 mg) treatment in patients with uterine leiomyomatosis. Arquivos Médicos dos Hospitais e da Faculdade de Ciências Médicas da Santa Casa de São Paulo - Vol. 66(3), September 2021 DOI: 10.26432/1809-3019.2021.66.031
- COVID-19 and Lung Mast Cells: The Kallikrein-Kinin Activation Pathway International Journal of Molecular Sciences - Vol. 23(3), February 2022 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23031174
- Comparative efficacy of GLP-1 receptor agonists and DPP-4 inhibitors versus metformin for insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis. PROSPERO CRD42025112933
- Evaluation of the relationship between prenatal family planning counseling and access to long-acting contraceptive methods during immediate puerperium at a low-risk maternity in metropolitan Curitiba Arquivos Médicos dos Hospitais e da Faculdade de Ciências Médicas da Santa Casa de São Paulo - Vol. 68 (2023), December 18, 2023 DOI: 10.26432/1809-3019.2023.68.026 Original in Portuguese;
- Lung Inflammasome Activation in SARS-CoV-2 Post-Mortem Biopsies International Journal of Molecular Sciences - Vol. 23(21), November 2022 DOI: 10.3390/ijms232113033 Investigated inflammasome activation in lung tissues of patients affected by SARS-CoV-2.
- Book Chapters: Casos Clínicos Comentados em Ginecologia e Obstetrícia Editora Atheneu - 1st Edition, 2021 ISBN: 978655586287-4 Case 47: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Case 41: Twin Pregnancy Contributed as co-author to a national reference book in gynecology and obstetrics.
Research Interests
- Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery
- Reproductive Medicine
- Gynecologic oncology
- Endometriosis
- Gynecological Ultrasound
- Contraception and Family Planning in Public Health
- COVID-19 related mechanisms in Gynecology
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) pharmacological treatment
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