The fourth edition of Methods for the Economic Evaluation of Health Care Programmes, written by Michael F. Drummond, provides a comprehensive and practice-oriented overview of economic evaluation in health care. This study book is designed for professionals and researchers involved in assessing and carrying out economic evaluations in the care sector.
Description
This reference work covers the core principles and methods for the economic evaluation of care programmes, with clear explanations suitable for readers without prior knowledge of economics. The text includes new chapters on the fundamental principles of economic evaluation, decision-making in health care, and the systematic collection and analysis of evidence. In addition, it focuses on interpreting uncertainty in analyses, which is crucial for well-founded decision-making.
With practical examples and a critical appraisal framework, the book supports both researchers and policymakers in efficiently and fairly allocating resources in health care. This thoroughly updated edition is essential for anyone involved in economic evaluation and decision-making in the health care sector.
Product specifications
- Author: Michael F. Drummond (Centre for Health Economics, University of York, UK)
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Publication date: 2015-09-24
- Number of pages: 464
- ISBN: 9780199665884
- Subject: Medical administration and management
- BISAC: MEDICAL / Administration
About the author
Michael Drummond is Professor of Health Economics and former Director of the Centre for Health Economics at the University of York. He has extensive experience with economic evaluations across various medical disciplines and is the author of leading academic literature. Drummond advised organizations such as the World Health Organization and the European Union and held board positions in international scientific associations.