ISPOR
ISPOR—The Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR), is an international, multistakeholder, nonprofit dedicated to advancing HEOR excellence to improve decision making for health globally. The Society is the leading source for scientific conferences, peer-reviewed and MEDLINE®-indexed publications, good practices guidance, education, collaboration, and tools/resources in the field.
ISPOR Membership: Becoming an ISPOR member offers unique advantages in health economics and outcomes research (HEOR). Members gain valuable benefits, global networking opportunities, and platforms for advancing HEOR excellence, joining nearly 18,000 professionals across 100+ countries who are dedicated to improving healthcare decision making worldwide. https://www.ispor.org/membership
HEOR Learning Lab™ is ISPOR’s on-demand educational resource, offering unlimited video content from conferences and events. Covering key topics like real-world evidence, digital health, AI, and health policy, it supports continuous learning for HEOR professionals and interested learners worldwide. https://www.ispor.org/welcome-HEOR-Learning-Lab
ISPOR VIDEOS
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![Dive Into Core Topic Areas Of The HEOR field]( "Dive Into Core Topic Areas Of The HEOR field")
Join us to see how HEOR drives impact across the global healthcare landscape.
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![Challenges And The Role Of HEOR]( "Patient Centered Research: Challenges And The Role Of HEOR")
This video features expert insights into the evolving landscape of Patient-Centered Research and the role of HEOR in risk-benefit assessments.
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![Leveraging AI In HEOR Innovation In Evidence And Outcomes]( "Leveraging AI In HEOR: Innovation In Evidence And Outcomes")
Stay at the forefront of digital innovation in healthcare and understand how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) in this insightful video.
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![Whole Health In Action Real-World Examples Of Better Outcomes]( "Whole Health In Action: Real-World Examples Of Better Outcomes")
Whole health looks beyond traditional care by addressing food access, environment, and lived experiences—leading to healthier communities and more holistic outcomes.
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![Health Economics And Outcomes Research]( "Health Economics And Outcomes Research (HEOR) Explained")
Learn about this accessible way to understand what HEOR is, how it’s used, and its impact on people and healthcare systems.
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![Drug Price Controls]( "Drug Price Controls: What Are The Unintended Consequences To Innovation?")
Review the ripple effects of drug price controls, including recent U.S. policy shifts like the IRA and President Trump’s Executive Order introducing International Reference Pricing.
CONTACT INFORMATION
ISPOR—The Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research
505 Lawrence Square Blvd South
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
UNITED STATES
Phone: (609) 691-8942
Contact: Michelle Rovner
FEATURED PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
- Creating Powerful Partnerships
- Real-World Data And Real-World Evidence
- Gain Instant Access To HEOR Education With On-Demand Programs
NEWS
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Health Equity Research Goes Global—Without Waiting For Perfect Data3/4/2026
Value in Health Regional Issues published a special research collection showing meaningful progress in health equity across regions with varying data environments and policy needs.
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International Study Confirms Universal Digital Health Framework3/4/2026
Value in Health published an international study showing the PICOTS‑ComTeC framework is an effective standard for defining patient-facing digital health interventions.
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ISPOR Announces New Executive Director3/4/2026
ISPOR—The Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research has announced that Kelly Saldaña has been appointed as executive director for the ISPOR Institute for Healthcare Transformation.
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"Most-Favored Nation" Drug Pricing Strategy May Backfire, New Research Warns9/23/2025
Value in Health, the official journal of ISPOR—The Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research, announced today the publication of a new analysis suggesting that the Trump Administration's "Most-Favored Nation" approach to lowering US drug prices by referencing international prices may not achieve its intended goals, based on decades of experience with similar policies in Europe. The report, “Referencing Drug Prices of Other Countries May Not Sustainably Lower Prices in the United States: Lessons From Europe” was published in the September 2025 issue of Value in Health.
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ISPOR Real-World Evidence Summit 28-30 September 2025, Tokyo, Japan9/23/2025
ISPOR—The Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) announced details for its ISPOR Real-World Evidence Summit 2025: Through The Lens of Asia Pacific.
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ISPOR Champions Research Transparency With Launch Of Open Science Badges8/4/2025
ISPOR has introduced an initiative to recognize transparency in research for papers published in Value in Health, its preeminent HEOR journal.
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November 9-12: ISPOR Europe 2025: Powering Value And Access Through Patient-Centered Collaboration7/15/2025
This year’s theme emphasizes the importance of strengthening partnerships across the healthcare ecosystem to accelerate patient-centered decision-making on healthcare value and access.
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September 28-30: ISPOR Real-World Evidence Summit 2025: Through The Lens Of Asia Pacific7/15/2025
The Summit brings together top experts, decision makers, and industry leaders to explore the latest breakthroughs, share cutting-edge research, and discuss innovative solutions to the region’s most pressing healthcare challenges.
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September 10-11: Communicating HEOR For Maximum Impact, Influence, And Understanding7/15/2025
Master the art of communicating HEOR evidence to diverse audiences. This course equips participants with tools to communicate their work clearly and effectively, ensuring its relevance and value are understood.
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ISPOR Takes Health Research Mainstream With Plain Language Summaries6/30/2025
ISPOR launches its Plain Language Summaries program, an extension of their efforts to make health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) more accessible to patients, caregivers, and the general public.
FEATURED ARTICLES
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![top-10-trends-GettyImages-2231462868]( "Top 10 HEOR Trends Report")
Emerging trends in HEOR reveal how AI, real‑world evidence, value‑based care, digital health, and evolving affordability pressures are reshaping global healthcare.
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![trumprx_policy_GettyImages-2215852206]( "From Policy To Practice: PBM Reform, TrumpRx, And Global Drug Development")
Policy shifts are reshaping PBM oversight, driving transparent drug‑pricing tools, and influencing global responses that affect affordability, access, and future pharma development.
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![clinical-policies-GettyImages-1968804430]( "Kicking Off 2026 With New Health Policy Priorities")
See late‑2025 policy actions, including international pricing agreements, new payment models, and global regulatory changes, while previewing key themes expected to shape 2026 health policy.
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![trends-clinical-GettyImages-1386103571]( "5 Trends To Watch This Year")
Explore 2026 policy trends across drug‑pricing actions, affordability pressures, value‑driven evaluation, shifts in global innovation, and new AI regulatory applications.
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![Ispor CEO]( "Hope In The Dark: Value In Alzheimer's Disease Research And Treatment")
The May/June 2025 issue of Value & Outcomes Spotlight explores the health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) and its contribution to research and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.
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![rob-abbott]( "Enhancing The Accessibility And Affordability Of Healthcare")
The March/April 2025 issue of Value & Outcomes Spotlight explores the urgent global health crisis of accessibility and affordability, highlighting the nearly 2 billion individuals lacking essential medicines.
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![GettyImages-1416816620 medical records, RWE]( "Top HEOR Trends")
Real-world evidence (RWE) offers insights into the effectiveness of medical treatments in everyday settings, with various stakeholders utilize RWE to enhance healthcare.
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![GettyImages-944464752 research, teamwork, collaboration]( "ISPOR 2024-2025 Top 10 HEOR Trends")
This report outlines ten defining HEOR trends influencing global health decision-making.
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![GettyImages-1293438556-document-computer-check-mark-magnifying-glass]( "HEOR In Action")
Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) plays a vital role in guiding evidence-based decisions across the healthcare ecosystem.
