Dr. Moisès Costa is the Foundation's doctor almost by chance, as he says. He was a professional skier, and at one point in his life he decided that he wanted to follow his "hobby", so he studied medicine. Now he has been practicing as such for more than 30 years... but he has not left skiing aside. When there is snow, you can find it any weekend in Vallter.
1. How long have you been working at the Foundation?
Well, I've been working there since 1995, when it was still the Angelus Association. Just that year the Ramon Noguera Foundation was established, but today I still say to my wife "I'm going to Angelus!".
2. How is your day-to-day life at the centers?
No two days are the same. It all depends on what is needed that day. What I can say is that I have two main tasks: counseling and direct patient care. My direct care work is not so different from what can be done in a Primary Care Center and the advice is generally aimed at the families of the users, but also at the professionals.
3. What do you like most about your job?
Wow, contact with people. Without a doubt Being able to visit them and establish a bond of trust with them is what I like most about everything I do. And there are users who I've known all my life!
4. What is the importance of routine for a person with an intellectual disability?
Routine is what keeps us healthy, mentally and physically. But in the case of people with intellectual disabilities, this takes on even more importance. It provides structure and predictability that help reduce anxiety and stress, creating consistent habits that contribute to your overall well-being and quality of life.
5. What are the main differences in attention to users and in general consultation?
As I said before, I don't think there is a very noticeable difference between the attention to one and the other. At the Foundation I can go at a different pace, paying different attention to each case, which in the end is something that benefits the patients.
6. What do you think has been the most important milestone you have reached?
I don't think there is a specific milestone. I would tell you that the most important thing is what we have achieved, to ensure that users have comprehensive care and work day by day for their quality of life.
8 things about Moisés...
- A book: The doctor, by Noah Gordon or "The pillars of the earth".
A film: El cielo puede esperar, by Warren Beatty.
A place: the lake of Banyoles
A hobby: skiing!!
A dream to fulfill: binge on a powder snow day.
A character to have dinner with: My wife.
A dish: my mother's escudella and carne d'olla.
A personal motto: Live and let live.
After almost 30 years collaborating with the Foundation, Dr. Moisès Costa continues to live with the same passion for his work as on the first day. He is a close and committed professional who has been an essential support for many individuals and families, establishing bonds that go beyond medicine. His human approach and his dedication reflect not only his vocation, but also the deep respect he feels for each of the people he serves.
For Dr. Moisès, working at the Foundation is an experience that is part of its essence, a path shared with the people it serves, where care and empathy are the pillars that give meaning to its daily work.
