Draft:Dr. Annie Lasway
Dr. Annie Msuya Lasway is a born 1980 as Enikunda Amanda Kokiambo Benjamin Msuya at Peramiho Hospital in Songea, Tanzania.
Dr. Annie Msuya Lasway | |
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| Born | Enikunda Amanda Kokiambo 1980 |
| Citizenship | Tanzanian |
| Occupation | Married |
| Organization | DECODER Health |
| Known for | Health Informatician |
| Awards | Diaspora Council of Tanzanians in America (DICOTA) |
| Website | www.decoderhealth.com |
She is a health informatician and an advocate for individuals with autism. Dr. Lasway is the founder and CEO of DECODER Health, an organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through advocacy, research, and comprehensive behavioral health services.
Humanitarian and Civic Contributions
[edit]Through DECODER Health, Dr. Lasway bridges the gap in care between the United States and Tanzania, addressing autism as a global issue. Her work focuses on advocacy, community engagement, and reducing stigma around ASD. DECODER Health collaborates with other behavioral health institutions, by offering therapy programs and community services to enhance care for individuals with autism.
Dr. Lasway has established partnerships with influential stakeholders, including the Living Together Autistic Foundation (Li TAFO) and Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) Dr. Lasway also collaborates with influential figures and organizations to expand autism awareness, including: - Former Tanzanian Prime Minister H.E. Mizengo Pinda
Education Background
[edit]Dr. Lasway began her education in London, England, while her father, late Major General Benjamin Msuya served as a military attaché. She later attended Bunge Primary School and completed her secondary education at Jangwani Secondary School in Tanzania. Dr. Lasway earned a Bachelor of Science, a Master’s in Public Health (MPH), and a PhD in Health Informatics from George Mason University
Awards
[edit]- Li TAFO Recognized for exceptional contributions to autism advocacy and care (October 7, 2024).
- Education Excellence Award* (DICOTA): (September 27, 2024).
Books
[edit]Refferences
[edit]- ^ Lasway, Dr. Annie Msuya (2019). Predicting the Revisit Interval for Medicare and Medicaid Patients with Type II Diabetes.
- ^ Lasway, Dr. Annie Msuya (June 10, 2024). "Unveiling Autism: A Journey of Understanding, Advocacy, and Transformation, featured in The Citizen". The Citizen.
- ^ Lasway, Dr. Annie Msuya (2019). Predicting the Revisit Interval for Medicare and Medicaid Patients with Type II Diabetes.
- ^ Lasway, Dr. Annie Msuya (November 2024). Frequently Asked Questions About Autism and Their Answers, co-authored with Engineer Shangwe Mgaya (November 2024).
- ^ https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2854992
- ^ https://www.researchgate.net/publication/358841807_Self-esteem_adverse_life_events_and_mental_health_diagnoses_among_Black_women_living_with_HIV
- ^ https://www.devex.com/people/dr-annie-lasway-1358484
- ^ https://www.facebook.com/share/cwLxtcDz7HP1v5J7/?mibextid=WC7FNe