Gideon Lasco

Paul Gideon Lasco
Born
Gideon Lasco
NationalityFilipino
Alma materUniversity of the Philippines Manila (MD, MS)
University of Amsterdam (PhD)
Harvard University (MA)
Occupation(s)Medical Anthropologist, Physician, Academic
Known forResearch in medical anthropology, mountain climbing, public health advocacy
Awards

Gideon Lasco is a Filipino medical anthropologist, physician, and academic known for his work in medical anthropology and public health research.[1][2]

Early life and education

Lasco completed his Doctor of Medicine (MD) at the University of the Philippines Manila. He also earned a Master of Science (MS) in Medical Anthropology from the same institution. Lasco later pursued his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Medical Anthropology at the University of Amsterdam. During his postdoctoral studies, he obtained a Master of Arts (AM) in History of Science, with a focus on the History of Medicine, from Harvard University.[3]

Career

Lasco currently serves as a professorial lecturer at the Department of Anthropology in University of the Philippines DIliman and a research fellow at Ateneo de Manila University's Development Studies Program.[3][4]

Academic work and research

His research interests encompass medical anthropology, with particular focus on health systems, environmental anthropology, and drug policy. Lasco has conducted extensive research on various public health issues in Southeast Asia, notably contributing to discussions about water quality perception and public health policy.[5]

Public writing and commentary

As a columnist for the Philippine Daily Inquirer, Lasco regularly writes about public health, social issues, and environmental concerns. His work has appeared in various international publications, including The Diplomat and BusinessMirror, where he contributes analysis on regional health policies and social phenomena.[6]

Mountain climbing and wellness advocacy

Beyond his academic work, Lasco is known for his advocacy of mountain climbing and its relationship to wellness and environmental awareness. He has written extensively about the cultural and health aspects of mountaineering, drawing from his personal experiences and anthropological perspective.[7]

Awards and recognition

In 2022, Lasco was honored as one of The Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) of the Philippines in the category of Education and Academe. This prestigious award recognizes his contributions to academic research and education.[8]

Publications

Lasco has authored several works, including The Philippines is Not a Small Country (2020), which explored questions of Philippine nationhood and was cited in The Guardian as one of the "books that explain the world".[9] He regularly contributes to various academic journals and news publications, writing on topics related to public health, medical anthropology, and social issues.[10]

Research and expertise

His research interests span various areas including:

  • Medical anthropology
  • Public health
  • Environmental studies
  • Social medicine
  • History of medicine

References

  1. ^ "Gideon Lasco". histsci.fas.harvard.edu. Retrieved 2024-10-31.
  2. ^ Research, Inquirer (2022-12-15). "Meet 'The Outstanding Young Men' of 2022". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved 2024-10-31.
  3. ^ a b Lasco, Gideon. "About Me". Gideon Lasco Personal Website. Retrieved 2024-10-30.
  4. ^ "UP Manila congratulates Dr. Paul Gideon Lasco for being awarded as one of the2022 Outstanding Young Scientists". UP Alumni Website. 2022-07-19. Retrieved 2024-10-31.
  5. ^ Lasco, Gideon (2024-10-06). "How do ordinary people 'sense' water quality?". BusinessMirror. Retrieved 2024-10-30.
  6. ^ Zak, Daniel; Srey, Vutha (2024-10-11). "Speeding up the Economy: The Role of Methamphetamines in the Southeast Asian Boom". The Diplomat. Retrieved 2024-10-30.
  7. ^ Lasco, Gideon; Oreña, Joyce (2023-10-09). "Gideon Lasco On The Happiness And Wellness Of The Mountain High". Vogue Philippines. Retrieved 2024-10-30.
  8. ^ "Meet 'The Outstanding Young Men' of 2022". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Inquirer Research. 2022-12-15. Retrieved 2024-10-30.
  9. ^ writers, Guardian; Quach, Georgina; Michaelson, Ruth; Ellis-Petersen, Hannah; Bhutto, Ali; McKernan, Bethan; Douglas, Ed; Fonbuena, Carmela (2021-12-15). "Books that explain the world: Guardian writers share their best nonfiction reads of the year". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2024-10-31.
  10. ^ De Vera, Ruel S. (2020-10-12). "In new book, Gideon Lasco ponders big questions of nationhood". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 2024-10-30.