Our Work

Penn’s hub for health policy, health economics, and health services research, Penn LDI connects and supports researchers across schools and disciplines to accelerate interdisciplinary research and initiatives. While our Fellows’ work spans all aspects of health care, it fits broadly under four priorities that highlight current challenges in improving our nation’s health system.

Aging

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Improving the health, wellbeing, function and independence of older adults.

Vulnerable Populations

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Reducing health disparities and improving population health through a more equitable health care system.

Access and Coverage
Patients in Doctors Waiting Room

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Optimizing insurance to provide access to quality health care.

Opioid Epidemic

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Finding sustainable, humane and effective solutions to the opioid epidemic.