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Roberto Kalil elected as full member of the National Academy of Medicine

2 sources · 17 Apr 2026 · Share coverage ·

Cardiologist Roberto Kalil Filho was elected on Thursday (16th) as a full member of the National Academy of Medicine. He will occupy chair number 1 of the institution, which brings together prominent professionals in the medical field.

The National Academy of Medicine is one of Brazil's leading scientific institutions, founded in 1829, bringing together 100 prominent medical professionals. The entity plays a central role in formulating debates and guidelines for the health sector in Brazil, being responsible for discussing strategic topics and producing technical opinions that guide public health policies.

1. What we know (5)

Roberto Kalil Filho is a cardiologist

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The election took place on Thursday, the 16th

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Kalil will occupy chair number 1 of the National Academy of Medicine

2 sources Poder360 A Crítica

The chair's patron is Joaquim Cândido Soares de Meirelles

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Kalil stated that the election represents a commitment to the development of medicine

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2. Where coverage thins out (6)

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Kalil is 66 years old and is President Lula's personal doctor

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Kalil received 72 of the 96 votes in the election

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The National Academy of Medicine has 100 full members

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Kalil has more than 300 published scientific papers

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The National Academy of Medicine was founded in 1829

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The chair was previously occupied by academic José Manoel Jansen

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3. What we don't know yet

No gaps declared — all sources converge on the material facts.

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