Dr. Peggy Compton

Professor

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Biography

Peggy Compton is the Program Director of the Hillman Scholars program at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, with a research focus on the clinical intersection of opioids, pain, and addiction. She has developed innovative programs and screening tools aimed at understanding and addressing opioid use disorder (OUD) among patients with chronic pain. Over more than three decades of research, Dr. Compton has gained a historical perspective on the evolving opioid crisis. Her contributions highlight the importance of social justice in the context of addiction, emphasizing the need for humane approaches in treatment. Known for her extensive teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, she has co-developed courses related to pain and OUD. Dr. Compton's clinical practice focuses on identifying and managing acute pain for individuals with OUD, paving the way for interdisciplinary research collaborations. Her work has earned her several accolades, including the Living Legend Award from the International Nurses Society on Addictions and the Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching from the University of Pennsylvania.

Research Interests

Experience

Program Director

2021-07-01 — Present

University of Pennsylvania Hillman Scholars Program in Nursing Innovation • Philadelphia, PA

Leads the Hillman Scholars Program focusing on nursing innovation, integrating research and clinical practice.

Awards

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Living Legend Award

2025-01-01
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Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching

2023-01-01
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Fellow

2022-01-01
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Margo McCaffery Nurse Exemplar Award

2020-01-01
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Betty Ford Award

2020-01-01
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International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame

2020-01-01

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Letters of Recommendation (2-3)
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Essays
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