Sofia B. Nunes
is a dedicated doctoral researcher at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto (FMUP), Portugal. Her research is deeply rooted in Bioethics, Health Economics, and Medical Ethics, often exploring the intersection of professional deontology and patient rights.She has significantly contributed to the field of cardiovascular health, specifically analyzing patient perceptions and the financial impact of preventive care after myocardial infarction. Her work also investigates the ethical foundations of a universal right to healthcare and the "equal opportunity function" as a tool for ethical rationing in diverse socioeconomic contexts.
Beyond her primary research, Sofia is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Health Sciences and Nursing, Universidade Católica Portuguesa. She holds a PhD in Biomedicine and multiple degrees in Nursing and Law, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to clinical management and therapeutic regime governance.
