Health Economist
Health economists analyze the economic impact of infectious diseases and the cost-effectiveness of interventions, providing insights to inform public health decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducting economic evaluations of healthcare interventions.
- Analyzing the cost-effectiveness of infectious disease treatments and prevention strategies.
- Developing economic models to predict healthcare costs.
- Collaborating with policymakers and healthcare providers.
- Publishing research findings in scientific journals.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in economics, public health, or a related field (minimum).
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in health economics or a related field (often required for health policy analyst positions and academic research).
Career Pathways
- Health Economist
- Health Policy Analyst
- Director of Health Economics
- Public Health Consultant
Related Organizations and Employers
- International Health Economics Association: IHEA
- The Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Outreach: ISPOR
- Institute of Health Economics: IHE
- American Society of Health Economics: ASHEcon
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): CDC Careers
- World Health Organization (WHO): WHO Careers
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