Francis Samonte, M.D., Ph.D., is an academic pediatric and adult neurologist/neuroscientist focusing on the intersection of cognitive-behavioral sciences and health policy & program initiatives. He received his undergraduate degree at Boston College. Following medical school, he received advanced training in basic neurosciences (human brain development) as a member of the Harvard Catalyst group, Clinical and Translational Science Center, and Johns Hopkins University (Zanvyl Krieger Advance Program). His clinical training in neurology from Harvard institutions (Children’s Hospital Boston, Beth Israel-Deaconess Hosp., Brigham & Women’s Hospital) led to his interest in advancing maternal-child health programs in Boston as a LEND fellow under the US Department of Health and Human Services.

Francis continued his research pursuits in neurodevelopmental and related disabilities, even while expanding his health policy initiatives through his work in Haiti and the Philippines. As a senior research associate in health policy development (NIH), his research into climate-related perturbations and their effect on non-communicable diseases (NCD) and mental health using advanced mathematical algorithms, are key to understanding future health outcomes particularly in promoting equitable solutions. He has served with distinction and recognition, including the Pediatric Chairman’s Achievement Award, Univ. of Louisville; Omicron Delta Kappa (ΌΔΚ), Johns Hopkins University; American Medical Association (AMA) Inspirational Physician Award, and the Excellence in Medicine Award (The Dr. Debasish Mridha Spirit of Medicine), to name a few.

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Dr. Frank Samonte | Disabled World | October 14, 2022