Health Technology Assessment (HTA)

The iHEAT Center for Health Technology Assessment is a leading research center dedicated to evaluating the effectiveness, safety, and cost-effectiveness of health technologies. The center specializes in conducting systematic reviews and meta-analyses of the latest clinical evidence, as well as health economic evaluations to inform health policy decisions. 

One of the key priorities of the iHEAT Center for Health Technology Assessment is to provide policymakers, healthcare providers, and patients with high-quality evidence to support their decision-making. The center conducts comprehensive reviews of clinical evidence and health economic data to provide insights into the benefits and risks of different health technologies, as well as their overall value for money. This includes assessing the cost-effectiveness of new and emerging technologies, as well as evaluating their potential impact on health outcomes and patient experiences. 

The iHEAT Center for Health Technology Assessment offers a range of different types of studies to support evidence-based decision-making. These include: 

1. Systematic reviews and meta-analyses of clinical evidence: These studies aim to identify and synthesize all relevant clinical evidence on a particular health technology, and provide an overall summary of the evidence base. 
2. Health economic evaluations: These studies aim to assess the costs and benefits of different health technologies, and evaluate their cost-effectiveness and overall value for money. 
3. Health technology assessments: These studies provide a comprehensive evaluation of a particular health technology, taking into account its clinical effectiveness, safety, cost-effectiveness, and broader societal impact. 
4. Comparative effectiveness research: These studies aim to compare the effectiveness of different health technologies in real-world settings, and provide insights into which technologies are most effective for different patient populations. 
5. Patient-reported outcomes research: These studies aim to assess the impact of different health technologies on patient experiences and quality of life, and provide insights into how to improve patient-centered care. 

Overall, the iHEAT Center for Health Technology Assessment is committed to providing high-quality evidence to support evidence-based decision-making in healthcare. By conducting rigorous research and evaluation, the center is helping to improve the quality and efficiency of healthcare delivery, and ensure that patients receive the best possible care.