Carlos Monge Medrano

Carlos Monge Medrano was a pioneering Peruvian physician known for his groundbreaking research on Andean high-altitude medicine. In the early 20th century, he identified a condition now referred to as 'mal de Monge' or chronic mountain sickness, which affects individuals living at high altitudes. His work contributed significantly to the understanding of how altitude impacts human health, particularly for the indigenous populations of the Andes. His contributions to medical science were recognized internationally, marking him as a notable figure in the field of high-altitude physiology.