Lauren Cohen, MA, PMP, is an Associate Director in the Health Services Research and Outcomes group at the DCRI and a key member of the Duke Implementation Science Collaborative. She brings a wealth of expertise to her role as she draws from over 20 years of experience in health services and clinical research across a range of study designs. Lauren's current focus involves developing and leading studies that emphasize pragmatic designs, the utilization of real-world data to streamline studies, and implementation science projects aimed at translating evidence into practice. As the operational lead for multiple pragmatic networks including the CardioHealth Alliance, PCORnet®, and the Precision Health Alliance, Lauren is at the forefront of driving impactful and meaningful research initiatives. She holds a master’s degree in psychology from Wake Forest University.