Tell us about where you currently live (city/country) and how you ended up in this location.

I am from Porto Alegre, Brazil. I was born here and just left to do my master in pelvic floor rehabilitation in Spain.

Tell us about your work - your job title, where you work, how long you've worked in the field, areas of focus or research, etc.

I am a pelvic floor PT and I have 11 years experience in the field. I am a Professor and Coordinator at the Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Post Graduation program here in my city and I have my clinic (Pelvic Floor World). I am also finishing my doctor degree.

When and why did you decide to join IUGA?

Some years ago after being some lectures of IUGA here in Brazil I decided to join and be an active member of this amazing society.

What has been your most rewarding or memorable IUGA experience?

No doubt was going to Ghana for FIUGA. I will never forget it. It was a life changing moment.

What is the last book you read or movie you saw? Would you recommend it?

The book is: Women who Run with the Wolves and the movie: A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

What are your hobbies? What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?

I am learning how to play the guitar and I love to ride horses.

What is one "fun fact" about you?

I love birds but I am very afraid of them flying.