The Vice Dean and President of the Scientific Council of NOVA Medical School, Miguel Xavier, was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal - gold grade, presented by the Prime Minister, Luís Montenegro, and the Minister of Health, Ana Paula Martins.
This distinction recognizes Professor Miguel Xavier's contribution to the fields of mental health, public health and medical sciences in Portugal.
During the same ceremony, Fernando Nolasco, retired professor at NOVA Medical School, was also honored.
Congratulations to both of them for this important honor!