About

Dr. Theo Prudencio Juhani Z. Capeding conducts research on health systems, policy, and program implementation at the Ateneo Center for Research and Innovation. His research portfolio includes qualitative action studies on neonatal care access and comprehensive analyses of health policies, including the Universal Health Care Act. As faculty at the Ateneo School of Government, he guides students on health governance, bringing his research insights directly into the classroom. Beyond his academic role at Ateneo, Dr. Capeding brings extensive field experience as a public health practitioner and physician. He serves as Executive Director of the Philippine Foundation for Equity in Health and Secretary-General of the Philippine Society of Public Health Physicians, where he oversees mission operations and collaborates with various technical working groups. His leadership extends to forming strategic partnerships across government agencies, NGOs, and corporate sectors to advance public health initiatives. Dr. Capeding's academic credentials include a Master of Science in Public Health from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, a Master of Public Management from the Development Academy of the Philippines, and a Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of the Philippines-Manila. This combination of rigorous academic training and practical experience in health systems strengthens his contributions to both research and education at Ateneo.