Director, Clinical Research
Dr. Azevedo Fernandes is a dedicated Health Equity Advocate with a strong background in Primary Care, Public Health, and Cancer Research. With over a decade of experience across multiple continents, Dr. Fernandes' medical journey includes time spent in China, Mozambique, and now Canada. This global exposure has provided a unique and comprehensive understanding of healthcare systems, health disparities, and the social determinants of health. Dr. Fernandes is also the founder and former chair of Medtool Solution Group, a startup based in China with offices in Hong Kong and Guangzhou. Through Medtool, he played a pivotal role in providing and exporting both new and used medical equipment to Africa, contributing to improving healthcare infrastructure across the continent. In 2017, alongside his wife, Dr. Fernandes built Clinica da Familia Mz, a 48.000 square foot, 30-bed hospital in Mozambique. This hospital was designed to provide essential healthcare services to underserved populations in the region, reflecting Dr. Fernandes' commitment to expanding access to quality healthcare in low-resource settings. Having worked as a Family Physician and General Surgeon at Clinica da Familia Mz, Dr. Fernandes has provided essential care and surgical interventions to underserved populations. His passion for health equity and evidence-based interventions led him to focus on public health, cancer research, and innovations in primary care.
