Miriam Leung

Miriam Leung is a Sessional Academic in the Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Education at Monash University, with a Doctorate by Research from the Centre for Medicine Use and Safety. Her work focuses on drug safety, epidemiology of medication use, and outcomes in geriatric populations. Key research areas include the effects of bisphosphonates, gabapentinoids, and lithium on fracture risks, as well as trends in polypharmacy and inappropriate medication use in vulnerable groups like dementia patients.

Her recent studies explore post-hip fracture mortality following drug holidays, opioid use patterns post-surgery, and long-term medication adherence. Collaborations span multiple institutions and countries, reflecting her global impact in clinical pharmacology and public health.

Publications highlight methodological rigor through cohort studies and case-control analyses, addressing critical issues like vaccination effects in elderly populations and outcomes of cystic fibrosis therapies. Despite no listed awards, her work garners significant attention, including media coverage and widespread academic engagement.