Our local chapter of the “Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research (ISPOR) is committed to advancing the field of health economics and improving patient outcomes in the face of global inflation and funding challenges. Our mission is to increase awareness and understanding of health technology assessment (HTA) and its role in ensuring access to high-quality healthcare, while balancing the competing demands of cost containment and patient needs. We strive to foster collaboration among researchers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to promote evidence-based decision-making and facilitate the adoption of innovative solutions that enhance the value of healthcare. At the core of our mission, a strong commitment to improve the quality of life of patients by promoting the use of pharmacoeconomic research and outcomes data to better guide healthcare decision-making. We believe that by promoting the use of rigorous, evidence-based approaches to evaluate healthcare interventions, we can help ensuring that patients receive the optimal treatment they need, while also achieving better health outcomes within the resource constraints of the health systems. In pursuit of our mission, we provide education and training opportunities, promote the exchange of ideas and best practices, and advocate for policies and initiatives that support our vision of a healthcare system that delivers high-quality care to all, while also promoting economic and healthcare sustainability and stability.

Marie Therese Estephan Sawaya

MD, President