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HTAi Leadership Update
The HTAi Board of Directors and Secretariat would like to inform our Membership that Hameed Khan, HTAi Executive Director, has decided to step down from his role after a few months with the Society to pursue new opportunities. Hameed will remain with the organization until October 31 to ensure a smooth transition. While his time with us was brief, we appreciate his contributions and wish him success in his future endeavors.
During this period of change, the Board and Secretariat remain fully committed to maintaining the stability and progress of HTAi’s ongoing initiatives. Our focus will continue to be on delivering value to our members and stakeholders, upholding the high standards of excellence that define our organization, and advancing our mission within the global HTA community. We will keep you updated on any developments.
Join HTAi’s President for the PAHO Walk for Health 2024
On September 29, 2024, join HTAi’s President, Rabia Sucu, and fellow HTA stakeholders in Washington, DC, for the PAHO Walk for Health 2024. This event is a valuable opportunity to connect with others in the HTA community while supporting PAHO’s efforts to improve health in the Americas. Walking together near the PAHO headquarters, this event provides a chance to strengthen professional relationships and contribute to a shared goal of better health outcomes. If you are in the Washington DC area, we encourage you to take part and engage with colleagues in a meaningful way.
If you are interested in participating, please email [email protected].
When:
Sunday, 29 September 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where:
PAHO HQ Building
525 23rd Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20037
Corner of 23rd Street and Virginia Avenue
Click the button below to learn more!
Updates from the HTAi 2025 Annual Meeting Team
The 2025 HTAi Annual Meeting will will take place June 14-18, 2025, in the incredible city of Buenos Aires— mark your calendars and save the date!
The meeting will discuss topics related to the central theme, NextGen Evidence: Diversifying and Advancing HTA to Meet Global Demands. Read more on the theme here.
Abstracts open September 25
Abstract submissions for the HTAi 2025 Annual Meeting will open on September 25! Start gathering your ideas and refining your writing to make your mark at the Annual Meeting! Need some inspiration? Check out our Look Back at the 2024 Annual Meeting and learn what it takes to write a top abstract.
Important dates:
- September 25, 2024: Abstract submissions open for Workshops, Panels, Orals, and Posters.
- October 28, 2024: Submissions close for Workshops and Panels
- November 25, 2024: Workshop and Panel acceptance notifications distributed
- December 5, 2024: Submissions close for Orals and Posters
- January 30, 2025: Oral and Poster acceptance notifications distributed
Participation Grants open September 25
Participation Grant submissions for the 2025 Annual Meeting will open September 25, 2024. HTAi Participation Grants provide support to HTA stakeholders who would otherwise not be able to attend the HTAi Annual Meeting for the purpose of presenting their work or otherwise benefiting from participation in the global HTA community. These grants are funded directly by HTAi and in some cases, are sponsored by external parties on an unconditional basis.
Important dates:
- September 25, 2024: Participation Grant submissions open
- December 5, 2024: Participation Grant submissions close
Apply for the Jill Sanders Memorial Scholarship
Offered in memory of Dr. Jill Sanders, a trailblazer in Health Technology Assessment (HTA), this scholarship provides funding for individuals studying or working in the healthcare field in African countries to enhance their HTA knowledge and skills. Dr. Sanders was a champion of international collaboration and a mentor dedicated to building HTA capacity in developing regions. Through this scholarship, you can carry forward her legacy by contributing to the growth of HTA expertise in your country.
Applications are due by October 15. For eligibility information and more details, click the button below!
Dive into HTAi Interest Groups
With membership renewal coming up fast, now is the time to consider joining an HTAi Interest Groups with your 2025 membership!
The HTAi Interest Groups (IGs) are dynamic professional and scientific forums, bringing together individuals from healthcare, business, government, academia, and consultancies who are dedicated to advancing HTA. Open to all HTAi members, these groups offer a unique space to network, share knowledge, and collaborate on projects that drive the future of HTA.
As an IG member, you’ll have the chance to engage in cutting-edge research, contribute to the development of valuable resources, and participate in workshops and training sessions. Plus, there are opportunities to be directly involved in HTAi-funded activities, amplifying your impact on the global HTA landscape.
Want to learn more? Watch these videos, then click the button below!
A Look Back
The HTAi 2024 Annual Meeting Portal Closes Soon
We’re still buzzing from the HTAi 2024 Annual Meeting, and the excitement doesn’t have to end just yet! Whether you missed a session, want to revisit your favorite presentations, or catch up on all the groundbreaking discussions, you can now access everything on-demand through the OnAir platform.
This is your chance to dive back into the rich content… but act fast! The portal will close September 30, 2024.
HTAi Webinar: Plain Language Summaries to Support Patient Expert Input to HTA
On September 4, 2024, the HTAi PCIG Interest Group hosted a webinar to support the collective aim to improve the availability of plain language summary information to support the timely, structured, and meaningful integration of patients’ insights into HTA evaluations. An on-demand recording of the webinar is available here.
HTAi Webinar: Unlocking Opportunities at the HTAi 2025 Annual Meeting
On September 11, 2024, HTAi 2025 Annual Meeting local hosts IECS hosted a webinar to dive into the Annual Meeting. Together, attendees explored how the 2025 theme will transform the HTA landscape and impact global health and how to maximize their Annual Meeting experience.
The webinar was held in Spanish with English captions. A recording of the webinar is now available on-demand here.
Network News
Participate in the Delphi Survey on Digital Health Technology (DHT) Definition and Taxonomy
You are invited to participate in a two-round Delphi survey focused on developing a common definition and taxonomy for Digital Health Technologies (DHTs). This initiative is a key part of the European Digital Health Technology Assessment (EDiHTA) consortium’s broader effort to establish a comprehensive framework for assessing DHTs, and HTAi is proud to support this important work.
Who Should Participate? We’re seeking participants with a moderate understanding of digital health or artificial intelligence. Whether you’re a technology developer, regulator, HTA expert, payer, policymaker, health professional, patient, or caregiver, your insights are invaluable—especially if your experience extends beyond wellness tools like step trackers and calorie counters.
Why Participate? By participating, you will help shape how DHTs are defined and categorized, directly influencing their assessment and application in both policy and practice.
How to Participate? Click the link to access the survey. Participation is entirely voluntary, and you can withdraw at any time.
Boost your Expertise with IECS
Boost Your Expertise with The Online Course: Fundamentals of Health Technology Assessment (HTA)!
Dates: October 21, 2024 – February 21, 2025
Who will benefit: Healthcare professionals eager to master HTA, evidence synthesis, and economic evaluation.
What You’ll Learn: Core Concepts: Grasp key HTA principles, including evidence synthesis and economic evaluation.
Practical Skills: Learn how to use HTA to optimize health resource allocation and make informed decisions.
Course Structure: 18 Weeks: 96 hours of content across 8 modules.
Flexible Learning: Mostly asynchronous with 4 live sessions for real-time interaction.
Rich Resources: Videos, readings, activities, personalized mentoring, and a discussion forum.
Who Should Enroll: Healthcare professionals looking to deepen their HTA knowledge and improve health resource allocation strategies.
Pricing: Course Fee: $540 USD
Discounts: 50% off for low-income students and 30% off for middle-income country students.
Registration open for the Alberta Society of Radiologists’ Annual Scientific Conference
The Alberta Society of Radiologists’ Annual Scientific Conference, iRadiologist, from October 18-20, 2024, is shaping up to be in incredible weekend focused on AI in radiology at the Fairmont Banff Springs. We have 13 local, national and international speakers preparing to share their expertise ranging from the theory behind AI, diagnostic and workflow applications, ethical and privacy considerations, and regulatory frameworks.
Our carefully curated sessions and networking events are designed to inspire, educate, and foster collaboration. Artificial Intelligence is becoming common place in many radiology departments as it relates to research and clinical practice throughout the world. Many colleagues in the US and Europe are already using AI tools to assist them in their day-to-day clinical duties. It’s allowing them to improve their workflow, add a further dimension to their interpretations and provide that “second look” as an added dimension of safety when they are dealing with very heavy clinical volumes.
We encourage you to take full advantage of this opportunity to connect with your peers, exchange ideas, and explore the transformative influence of AI in radiology. Further details and registration are available here.
HTAi and EuroScan International Network Towards Partnership Renewal
HTAi is pleased to share that we are working with EuroScan International Network/iHTS to renew our Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) which is due in December 2024.
The relationship between HTAi and EuroScan has a long history, made up of joint activities performed within the work plan of our Disinvestment and Early Awareness Interest Group (DEA IG), such as the Horizon Scanning Curriculum and a series of impactful webinars available here.
We look forward to showcasing our successes in leading journals and enhance our partnership’s visibility through focused social media updates. EuroScan is the key global partner for Horizon Scanning and Early Dialogue and has an impressive track record in securing EU research funding, which highlights the strength of our alliance. We’re eager to explore new opportunities together.
Stay tuned for more updates as we embark on this exciting new chapter.
HTA News from Around the World
From Australia: Australia’s HTA policy and methods review final report has been published online. Read more
From EMA: European Medicines Agency is hosting a symposium on “Scientific Symposium on Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products – ‘Contribution, evolution, revolution’” on October 10, 2024. Read more
From Evidence Base: The Center for Innovation & Value Research has released the final report in its series on integrating equity into HTA. Read more
From European Union: The European Union has issued a call for applications: Health Technology Assessment Stakeholder Network. The deadline is October 9, 2024. Read more
From the Bulletin Board
If you have an open position you’d like to share with the HTAi membership, please contact [email protected].
- HTAi Governance & Strategic Initiatives Senior Coordinator Learn more
- HTAi Bookkeeper Learn more
IJTAHC Featured Publications
- Expertise, experience, and excellence. Twenty years of patient involvement in health technology assessment at NICE: an evolving story. Read more
- Patient involvement in relative effectiveness assessments in the European Network for Health Technology Assessment. Read more
- Developing an agency’s position with respect to patient involvement in health technology assessment: the importance of the organizational culture. Read more
Important Upcoming Dates
HTAi 2024 Asia Policy Forum
Asia Policy Forum The 2024 Asia Policy Forum is taking place November 6-8, 2024 in Seoul, South Korea. Discussions will include the topic, “Collaboration: Building Bridges in HTA”. The Asia …
HTAi 2025 Annual Meeting in Buenos Aires, Argentina
The HTAi 2025 Annual Meeting will take place in Buenos Aires, Argentina, June 14-18, 2025. HTAi invites you to join the leading minds in Health Technology Assessment (HTA) from around the world to …
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