Luis Miguel Fernandes

Luis Miguel Fernandes is a researcher at the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança (IPB) School of Health Sciences, focusing on medication adherence, pharmacotherapy, and public health. His work spans geriatrics, pediatrics, and patient safety, with extensive publications in Drug Safety, Egitania Sciencia Journal, and other health science outlets.

• Key research areas: Medication adherence, polypharmacy, drug safety, patient-centered care
• Projects: Deprescription programs for elderly patients, analysis of drug waste behaviors

Scientific contributions include systematic reviews on therapeutic adherence, pediatric medication use, and evaluations of drug reimbursement schemes. His recent work on deprescription in polymedicated elderly (2024) highlights his focus on optimizing pharmacotherapeutic strategies for vulnerable populations.