Alan Siegel

Dr. Alan Siegel is the executive director of Social Prescribing USA and a family physician at Kaiser Permanente in Oakland, California. With over two decades of experience, he has pioneered the use of 'social prescriptions'—referrals to community-based activities that promote mental and physical health. His work emphasizes the importance of non-medical interventions, such as community walks and art classes, in managing chronic stress and improving patient outcomes.