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Paulo Campos: The Father of Nuclear Medicine in the Philippines
Recognized as the “Father of Nuclear Medicine in the Philippines,” Dr. Paulo C. Campos made groundbreaking contributions to medical science in the Philippines, particularly nuclear medicine.
Born on July 27, 1921, in Dasmariñas, Cavite, Dr.
Campos showed off intellectual prowess from a young age, graduating as the valedictorian in both elementary and high school. His passion for medicine was influenced by his early exposure to healthcare challenges in the Philippines.
At the University of the Philippines, he pursued an Associate in Arts degree (which he obtained in 1940) and a medical doctorate (completed in 1945).
Campos furthered his studies at prestigious institutions such as the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine (1952-1953), the Harvard School of Medicine (1953 and 1958), and the Oak Ridge Institute of Medicine (1958).
His experiences during World War II, coupled with his education, ignited a des