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◤ Join us in Buenos Aires for the HTAi 2025 Annual Meeting!
Are you ready to connect with the global HTA community at the HTAi 2025 Annual Meeting in Buenos Aires, Argentina? Join us June 14–18, 2025, for an engaging conference featuring high-quality presentations and workshops on NextGen Evidence and the future of HTA.
Standard registration rates are now in effect. HTAi members receive exclusive discounts on Annual Meeting registration. Renew your membership when you register to take advantage of preferred pricing.
Plan Ahead for a Smooth Entry
If you’re traveling to Argentina, a visa may be required depending on your country of residence. While many travelers do not need a visa, some do—and the approval process can take time. Avoid last-minute delays by reviewing your entry requirements and starting your application early.
Need guidance? Visit the HTAi 2025 Annual Meeting website for visa details, or contact the Annual Meeting team at annualmeeting@htai.org for support.
Workshop Watch
Engage, learn, and grow— dive into HTAi 2025 Annual Meeting Workshops!
Designed to share innovative experiences and best practices, Annual Meeting workshops offer hands-on learning and skill development through interactive half and full-day sessions. Whether you’re looking to enhance your expertise or gain fresh insights, these workshops provide a dynamic, engaging experience for all participants.
Workshops can be booked during the regular registration process. If you only plan to attend workshops, and not the main conference, simply select “Workshop Only” when registering.
View this week’s featured workshops below!
WS05 – Application Of Health Technology Assessment To Standardize Clinical Practice: Therapeutic Positioning Methods
Date & Time: Saturday, June 14 | 1.30PM to 5.00PM
Presenters: Kelly Estrada, Luis Esteban Orozco, Lorena Mesa, Adriana Robayo, Luz Barragán
Summary: Evaluating therapeutic alternatives is essential to ensure the implementation of the best options for managing complex health conditions. This workshop is designed to provide the necessary tools to position treatments based on key criteria: effectiveness, safety, patient preferences, and cost-effectiveness. This evidence-based approach helps policymakers and methodologists make informed decisions, optimize resources, and enhance quality of care.
WS06 – HTA 101: Introduction To Health Technology Assessment
Date & Time: Saturday, June 14 | 1.30PM to 5.00PM
Presenters: Clifford Goodman
Summary: Get a strong start with this popular workshop, updated for every HTAi annual meeting. Provides an understanding of essential and current HTA concepts, methods, key issues, trends, and selected “hot topics” to help attendees engage fully in the annual meeting. Good for those who are new to HTA and those wanting a “refresher” course. Course leader: Clifford Goodman, PhD, a past president HTAi.
WS07 – Nextgen Participation Of Patient And Citizen Representatives With Active Participation In Coverage Policies
Date & Time: Saturday, June 14 | 9.00AM to 12.30PM
Presenters: Manuel Donato, Carlos González Malla, Andrea Verónica Fraschina, María de San Martin
Summary: The official body for Health Technology Assessment (HTA) in Argentina, the National Commission for Health Technology Assessment and Clinical Excellence (CONETEC), has an explicit process for patient and citizen participation. These actors are organized in a Patients’ Roundtable and participate in multiple activities within the work process. This workshop will showcase their experience and provide keys to improve their participation.
WS08 – Strengthening Capacities Among Speaking Spanish Communities To Challenge Gender Approach As Equity Domain In Health Technology Assessment
Date & Time: Saturday, June 14 | 1.30PM to 5.00PM
Presenters: Analía Abt-Sacks, Gustavo Mora-Navarro, Lorena del Pilar Mesa-Melgarejo, Soledad Isern de Val
Summary: Health Technology Assessment (HTA) current practices may not sufficiently consider the complexities of gender approach as equity domain when assessing and integrating technologies into existing healthcare systems. The workshop intends, first to set the bases for a collaborative network among Spanish speaking countries that fosters ongoing learning, and second agree on the basic elements to develop standardized methodological tools.
Announcement: HTAi and PAHO/RedETSA to Host Joint Annual Meetings in Buenos Aires
HTAi and PAHO/RedETSA are pleased to announce a collaboration that will see both organizations hold their Annual Meetings during the same week in Buenos Aires, Argentina, June 2025.
The RedETSA Annual Meeting will be held on June 13 and 14, leading into the HTAi 2025 Annual Meeting from June 14–18. Together, these events will set the stage for a shared focus on health technology assessment (HTA) across the Latin American region. As part of the RedETSA program, a series of Spanish-language workshops tailored to the regional audience will take place on June 14.
For more information on this collaboration, follow the button below.
◤ Apply to be the next Scientific Secretary for the HTAi Latin America Policy Forum!
HTAi is looking for a highly skilled individual or organization to serve as the Scientific Secretary for the HTAi Latin America Policy Forum (April 2026 – April 2027). The successful candidate will shadow the current Scientific Secretary at the 2025 Forum in Mexico City (August 10–12, 2025) to ensure a smooth transition. This role involves leading topic selection, drafting key materials, facilitating discussions, and contributing to high-level strategic dialogue on HTA in Latin America. The position offers an honorarium of $41,192 USD per year, travel coverage, and global recognition in the HTA community. Candidates must be fluent in English and Spanish and have expertise in HTA policy and research. Apply by April 7, 2025, at 17:00 MDT by submitting a Letter of Intent and references to policyforum@htai.org.
◤ Phishing Attacks and Cyber Security
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Our priority is to ensure the safety and security of our organization and its members. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain the integrity of our communication channels.
◤ HTAi Board Election 2025: Meet the Candidates!
The HTAi Board of Directors provides strategic leadership, ensuring strong governance and alignment with the Society’s mission. Board members bring their expertise to guide decision-making, evaluate financial and operational performance, and strengthen governance frameworks. They actively participate in meetings, contribute to strategic initiatives, and uphold the highest ethical standards. Through informed judgment, collaboration, and consensus-building, the Board advances the Society’s long-term success while representing the interests of its diverse stakeholders.
As an HTAi member, exercising your right to vote ensures you have a direct say in the leadership and future of the organization. Each member brings a unique perspective, experience, and expertise that is crucial to well-rounded decision-making, leading to a vibrant and involved community.
The HTAi Board Election 2025 opens on April 1, 2025 and will close on April 30, 2025. The election is managed by CES, a trusted third party electoral service. CES will directly email the election ballots to all members of the Society in good standing. Votes must be submitted via the unique electronic ballot provided by CES. As per HTAi bylaws, only members with up-to-date 2025 membership fees are eligible to vote. If you have not established your 2025 membership, renew your membership today to ensure you can participate.
To view your 2025 Candidates, follow the button below!
◤ Network News
◤ Explore the HTA Database
Access global health technology assessments in one place with the international HTA Database. This free resource from INAHTA compiles bibliographic information on ongoing and published assessments from HTA organizations worldwide, including INAHTA and non-INAHTA members.
◤ HTA News from Around the World
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- PAHO Announces Health Technology Assessment as a Key Tool for Updating the PAHO Strategic Fund List.
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- PAHO Announces Health Technology Assessment as a Key Tool for Updating the PAHO Strategic Fund List.
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ICER/NICE/CDA: Health Economics Methods Advisory (HEMA) group selects topic of first research project: an assessment of the benefits of treatment that are appropriate to consider in health technology assessment (HTA) decision-making.
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Argentina has established the National Agency for the Evaluation of Health Technology Financing to assess new medications, devices, diagnostics, and interventions that enhance health outcomes.
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◤ IJTAHC Featured Publications
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The potential of the hospital-based Health Technology Assessment: Results of a world-wide survey.
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- Health technology assessment capacity to support Zambia’s health benefits package reform policy.
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- Health technology assessment capacity to support Zambia’s health benefits package reform policy.
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- Value and Implementation of Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement in Health Technology Assessment for Japan: implications from systematic searches.
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- Value and Implementation of Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement in Health Technology Assessment for Japan: implications from systematic searches.