Dr. Paulo Beco
General Practitioner in the Cayman Islands
Introduction to Dr Paulo Beco,
General Practitioner in the Cayman Islands
I have been a general practitioner for over twenty years and have recently joined Optimal Healthcare here in the Cayman Islands. My career has taken me from Portugal to the United Kingdom, where I have spent the past decade working with Nuffield Health and Bupa Health, providing comprehensive primary care, full health assessments, and ongoing wellbeing management for patients from all walks of life.
I am deeply passionate about helping people live healthier, longer, and more balanced lives. My approach to medicine is holistic and preventive, looking beyond symptoms to understand the person, their lifestyle, and their relationships. I believe that excellent healthcare combines science, empathy, and partnership, empowering individuals to take charge of their health while being guided by trusted medical expertise. At Optimal Healthcare, I’m excited to bring this philosophy to my new home and to our growing community.
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Dr Paulo Beco's GP Services
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Clinical Training & Experience
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Clinic Information, Hours & Visiting
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GP Urgent Care & Out-of-Hours
Evenings & weekends, hotel & condo cover, urgent care
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Dr Paulo Beco’s Primary Care Services
Preventive Screening & Risk Reduction
Take charge of your health with early detection, risk assessment, and proactive prevention - while ensuring that any emerging conditions are addressed swiftly and effectively.
Conditions & Services
- High Blood Pressure
- High Cholesterol
- Overweight or Obesity
- Raised Blood Sugar or Diabetes Risk
- Unhealthy Eating Habits
- Low Physical Activity
- Family Health Risks
- Undiagnosed Health Issues
- Stress and Lifestyle-Related Risks
- Cardiovascular Risk Check
- Lifestyle & Risk Assessment (Smoking, Alcohol, Inactivity)
Women’s Health & Vitality
Conditions & Services
- Menopause & Perimenopause Support
- Irregular Periods, PCOS & Cycle Concerns
- Thyroid Health in Women
- Bone Health & Osteoporosis Risk
- Weight Gain or Metabolic Changes
- Heart Disease in Women
- Breast & Cervical Cancer Screening
- Fertility or Menstrual Problems
- Low Energy or Mood Changes
- Sleep Disturbance
Men’s Health & Vitality
Conditions & Services
- Low Testosterone & Hormonal Health
- Erectile Dysfunction & Sexual Health
- Men’s Heart Health & Blood Pressure
- Prostate & Men’s Cancer Screening
- Weight Gain or Metabolic Changes
- High Cholesterol
- Sleep Problems (Including Sleep Apnoea)
- Stress, Anxiety or Burnout
- Fatigue and Low Motivation
- Liver or Kidney Concerns
Cardiometabolic Health
Conditions & Services
- Diabetes or Pre-Diabetes Care
- High Blood Pressure & Hypertension
- High Cholesterol & Lipids
- Fatty Liver & Metabolic Syndrome
- Overweight or Obesity
- Heart Disease and Circulation Problems
- Stroke Prevention
- Sleep Apnoea
- Kidney Strain Linked to Blood Pressure or Sugar
Vital Organ Health (Respiratory, Renal & Liver)
Conditions & Services
- Asthma & Chronic Cough in Adults
- Chronic Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Fatty Liver & Liver Function Review
- Kidney Stones & Renal Colic
- Chronic Bronchitis or COPD
- Liver Inflammation (Hepatitis)
- Alcohol-Related Liver Problems
- Sleep-Related Breathing Issues
- Medication or Toxin-Related Organ Strain
Digestive & Gut Health
Conditions & Services
- Reflux or Heartburn
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Bloating or Abdominal Discomfort / Unexplained Bloating & Abdominal Pain
- Food Intolerance
- Constipation or Diarrhoea / Bowel Habit Change
- Fatty Liver and Gut–Liver Link
- Gallbladder or Bile Issues
- Weight Management Linked to Digestion
- Colon Cancer Screening
Musculoskeletal & Movement Health
Conditions & Services
- Back & Neck Pain Assessment
- Joint Pain & Early Arthritis
- Falls & Balance Assessment
- Falls Prevention
- Sports & Exercise Injury Review
- Muscle Weakness or Loss
- Posture and Balance Issues
- Bone Thinning or Osteoporosis
- Chronic Pain
- Fitness and Conditioning
Sleep, Recovery & Performance
Conditions & Services
- Insomnia & Difficulty Sleeping
- Snoring & Possible Sleep Apnoea
- Persistent Fatigue & Low Energy
- Trouble Falling or Staying Asleep
- Fatigue and Daytime Sleepiness
- Shift-Work or Jet-Lag Sleep Issues
- Low Energy and Poor Focus
- Stress-Related Sleep Problems
- Recovery from Exercise or Illness
- Hormonal Imbalance Linked to Sleep
- Poor Sleep Hygiene or Habits
Mental & Emotional Well-being
Conditions & Services
- Anxiety & Panic in Primary Care
- Depression & Low Mood
- Stress & Burnout
- Low Mood or Motivation
- Sleep Disturbance Linked to Mental Health
- Substance Use or Dependency
- Relationship or Work Stress
- Isolation or Loss of Connection
- Coping and Resilience Training
Healthy Ageing & Longevity Medicine
Conditions & Services
- Healthspan & Long-Term Vitality Check
- Frailty, Strength & Balance
- Memory & Thinking Concerns
- Multiple Conditions Review (Polypharmacy & Complexity)
- Balance or Falls Risk
- Bone or Joint Health
- Muscle Strength and Mobility
- Vision and Hearing Checks
- Heart and Circulation Health
- Nutrition and Lifestyle for Ageing Well
- Social and Emotional Wellbeing
Why Use Dr Paulo Beco as your Cayman General Practitioner?
Over 20 years’ experience as a GP
Internationally trained and experienced
Practised in Portugal and the UK
Specialist in holistic and preventive care
Full GMC Registration (UK) - 2013
Thoughtful and patient-centred in care
Compassionate Care
Thorough and attentive
Basic and Intermediate Life Support Certification
Completed dermoscopy training
Training & Experience as a General Practitioner in the Cayman Islands
Qualifications & GP Training
I was awarded my Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the Faculdade de Medicina de Lisboa (University of Lisbon, Portugal) in 1996 and went on to obtain the following:
I have also maintained regular certification in Basic and Intermediate Life Support (most recently renewed in 2023) and completed dermoscopy training in 2017.
General Practitioner Experience
I began my medical career in Portugal, working within community-based and long-term care services before moving to the United Kingdom in 2013. For over a decade, I have served as a General Practitioner with Nuffield Health and Bupa Health, providing a full range of GP services, including general family medicine, preventive care, health assessments, preventive screenings, and chronic disease management in both face-to-face and virtual settings.
In 2017, I became Lead GP at Nuffield Nomura Bank Private Clinic, where I provided clinical leadership, governance oversight, and mentoring for a team of doctors, ensuring consistently high standards of patient care, with a focus on both primary prevention and wellness, as well as general services. Earlier in my career, I also held the role of Clinical Director at the Unidade de Longa Duração de Aguiar in Portugal, leading a multidisciplinary team caring for patients with complex rehabilitation and continuing care needs, where a whole person approach was paramount.
Through these varied experiences, I have developed a comprehensive and person-centred approach to medicine, integrating clinical science with empathy, education, and prevention. My clinical interests include cardiometabolic health, cancer prevention, mental wellbeing, and musculoskeletal health, alongside lifestyle medicine and the management of chronic conditions.
Guide to Booking an Appointment
We like to make life easy, so you have many ways, depending on your preference.
Use the Virtual Assistant in the bottom right corner, on any page
Use the Book Appointment button anywhere on the site
Go to a Physician page and use the Book Appointment button
Submit an Appointment Request Form on a Physician’s page and let us do the rest
(345) 745 7070 in working hours
Email us on team@optimal.ky
Book an Appointment Online
The easiest way, with instant confirmation, is to book online, below. You can also book an appointment with Dr Beco by phone, at our Dorcy Drive clinic by calling (345) 745 7070 in office hours.
Our current clinic address is: Optimal Healthcare Ltd at Dr Glatz Office, 2 Alexander Place, Dorcy Drive, George Town, Grand Cayman. We have extensive new premises nearby undergoing fit out, and in the meantime, the wonderful Dr Glatz has so kindly provided us with a new home.
Important Instructions
Please simply work through the steps on screen. If you are using a smartphone, it helps to turn your screen sideways (landscape). If you have booked an appointment and seen Dr Beco previously at Optimal Healthcare only, it is likely we have your details in the system.
Please use the following information when prompted to do so:
- Your Own Email (if yours isn’t found, try your spouse’s)
- Your Name
- Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)
- Gender
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