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Kathleen Lee, MD, associate chief transformation officer and associate vice president at the University of Pennsylvania Health System, was recognized by City & State PA for her leadership in health care, driving new care models and platforms that improve outcomes for patients, health care workers, and the health system.

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A Penn Medicine Nudge Unit initiative increased naltrexone prescribing for patients with alcohol-related conditions – from 0.2 percent up to 3 percent – in emergency departments (EDs), helping more patients access evidence-based treatment before leaving the hospital. The intervention uses behavioral science and EHR-based nudges to make it easier for clinicians to identify eligible patients, prescribe medication, and connect them with additional support. The work has drawn national attention, including coverage in STAT News, as a promising approach to addressing the growing impact of alcohol misuse.