Cameron Kaplan

Cameron Kaplan is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Southern California (USC) and serves as the Interim Director of the USC Gehr Family Center for Health Systems and Innovation. His research focuses on health economics, health policy, disparities in healthcare access and outcomes, pharmaceutical use, and insurance-related issues, particularly in vulnerable populations.

The recent publications highlight his expertise in areas such as:

• Opioid prescribing and withdrawal in hospitalized infants
• Racial disparities in cancer treatment and symptom reporting
• Health insurance affordability and policy impacts
• Cannabis effects on renal disease
• Pandemic response equity
• Medication adherence and cost analysis

His work spans systematic reviews, cohort studies, and policy evaluations, often addressing systemic inequities in healthcare systems and medication access. While no formal scientific awards are listed, his leadership role at USC underscores his influence in health systems innovation. Kaplan’s research frequently intersects with public health, economics, and clinical medicine, offering critical insights into healthcare financing and equity.