Mette Merete Pedersen

Mette Merete Pedersen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Clinical Medicine specializing in Internal Medicine: Geriatrics at the University of Copenhagen. She also holds an external position as Senior Researcher at Copenhagen University Hospital - Amager and Hvidovre since September 1, 2010.

Her educational background includes:

• PhD in Clinical Research from the University of Copenhagen (awarded April 8, 2016)

With 12 years of clinical research experience, Dr. Pedersen focuses on maintenance of mobility and functioning in older adults (+65), specifically developing exercise and mobility regimens to avoid functional decline during hospitalization. Her work bridges clinical practice and research in geriatric care, with emphasis on mobility assessment tools and interventions that enable older adults to maintain independence. She has established a robust research program examining hospital-induced immobility and rehabilitation strategies.

Her recent publications demonstrate a strong methodological diversity spanning mixed-method studies, cohort research, and randomized controlled trials. The research consistently addresses critical gaps in geriatric care, particularly around mobility assessment validity, post-hospitalization rehabilitation, and understanding systemic barriers to patient mobility in clinical settings. This body of work contributes significantly to evidence-based practice in geriatric medicine.

Dr. Pedersen actively collaborates with researchers across institutions as evidenced by her extensive co-authorship network. Her research appears in reputable journals including BMC Geriatrics, European Geriatric Medicine, and Hospital Practice, indicating significant scholarly impact in her field.

Her current research trajectory focuses on translating assessment tools into clinical practice and developing multidisciplinary interventions that address both mobility and nutritional aspects of care for hospitalized older adults. She works closely with clinical teams at Copenhagen University Hospital to ensure research relevance and applicability to real-world geriatric care settings.