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Biography in Brief


“Biography of Dr. Prof. Edmond Fernandes"

Dr. Prof. Edmond Fernandes is a practicing preventive medicine physician, author, social entrepreneur, academic researcher, policy influencer and technocrat who is trying to heal the world, one day, every day. He remains guided by two questions that define our human race, the first: What can I do for the people? The second: what can I learn from the people? Addressing these questions has led him to build power from below by working directly with communities on the ground, treating patients and strengthening their health and quality of life, teaching and training a new generation of global health workforce and leaders, building research questions that provide for answers, shaping policies & building solutions that make life better for everyone who subscribes to the true meaning of life and liberty. Dr. Fernandes is the Honorary Director, Edward & Cynthia Institute of Public Health and Chief Coordinator cum Assistant Professor at the Department of Public Health, Yenepoya Deemed to be University at Mangalore, India. He also serves CHD Group as CEO, a public health organization working closely with the Government of India and holding UNECOSOC Special Consultative Status and UNFCCC Observer status. He was a Former Consultant to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for the Asia Pacific Region, a Former Senior Fellow to the Atlantic Council, Washington DC. Dr. Fernandes is also Adjunct Lecturer, College of Medicine, Gulf Medical University, Ajman, UAE. Dr. Fernandes has written 5 books, published over 23 peer reviewed international research publication, has written over 250 articles in the national media and has impacted over 5 million lives till date and counting. He is highly sought after speaker around India and across the world at various forums.

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Awards and Honours


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2024 - Honorary Member Rotary International
Rotary International
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2022 - BW Business World 40 under 40
BW Business World
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2019 - Non Resident Senior Fellow
Atlantic Council
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2017 - Legislative Fellow
US Department of State
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2017 - "Doctor who makes a difference"
The New Indian Express
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2011 - "Leader in the making"
The Times of India

Books by EDMOND FERNANDES


Health Stewardship and Public Service


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Opinions


Opinion 1

Why nutraceuticals are crucial in protecting health beyond basic nutrition

Nutraceuticals, a term blending “nutrition” and “pharmaceutical,” refer to food-derived products that offer health benefits beyond basic nutrition. These include dietary supplements, functional foods, and bioactive compounds like vitamins, minerals, probiotics, omega-3 fatty acids, and herbal extracts.

Opinion 2

People engaged in acts of cruelty fail in the exam of life

In an age of anger, integrity reigns supreme. For many people today, integrity, culture, values mean little as they merely exist. It is extremely difficult to come across people with empathy and compassion which are usually a very highly evolved state of being.

Opinion 3

Protein diversification is a key pathway for food security, global health & climate action

The world is facing unprecedented challenges in terms of health, food security, and environmental sustainability. As the global population continues to grow, the demand for food, particularly protein sources, is increasing.