Anayansi Lasso-Pirot

Anayansi Lasso-Pirot is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She serves as the Division Head of Pulmonology/Allergy and is fluent in English, Spanish, and French. Her clinical and research focus revolves around chronic respiratory conditions in children.

Education and Training

• First year rotatory internship at Metropolitan General Hospital, Panama City, Panama (1992-93), affiliated with the University of Panama School of Medicine.
• Second year rotatory internship at Dionisio Arrocha Rural Hospital, Puerto Armuelles, Panama (1994-95).
• Pediatric Residency at Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, NJ (1996-99).
• Fellowship in Pediatric Pulmonology at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, Philadelphia, PA (1999-02).
• Research training at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children (2002-03).

Research Interests

Dr. Lasso-Pirot specializes in pediatric pulmonology and allergy, with a focus on asthma, aspiration syndromes, and chronic lung diseases. Her work extends to understanding respiratory conditions in underserved populations, particularly Latino-American children. She has contributed to research on neonatal mitochondrial responses to hypocapnia and drug-induced pulmonary complications.

Scientific Awards

• Top Doctor, Washington Post (2012-2014).
• Top Doctor, Baltimore Magazine (2009-present).

Advising and Clinical Work

Dr. Lasso-Pirot is actively engaged in clinical practice, addressing complex cases in pediatric respiratory diseases. Her expertise includes managing pulmonary hemorrhage linked to medications and diagnosing early childhood wheezing patterns predictive of asthma. She emphasizes equitable care for children in marginalized communities.