Elson da Silva Lima

Medical degree obtained at UNI-RIO (Universidade Federal do Estado do Rio de Janeiro - 1981). Masters degree in Social Medicine from UERJ (Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro - 1991) and Ph.D in Collective Health from UNICAMP (Universidade Estadual de Campinas 2000). Has experience in Collective Health, focusing on Mental Health in Family Medicine, addressing the following subjects: drugaddiction, smoking cessation programs and mental health in primary care. Academic experience: Pontificia Universidade Católica de Campinas (PUCCAMP), Professor at the School of Medicine (2003-2013). Medical Doctor, Brazilian Ministry of Health (tenure position, since 1984). Board certified Psychiatrist. (Source: Lattes Curriculum)