Moderator
Manabu Akazawa, MPH, PhD, Meiji Pharmaceutical University, Kiyose, Japan
Speakers
Rei Goto, PhD, MD, Keio University, Yokohama, Japan; Kensuke Moriwaki, BS, MS, PhD, Ritsumeikan University, Kyoto, Japan; Sitaporn Youngkong, PhD, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
Presentation Documents
PURPOSE: Since the introduction of the cost-effectiveness evaluation system in Japan in 2019, six years have passed, and various challenges in its implementation have been identified. Among these, the education and training of experts with specialized knowledge in Health Technology Assessment (HTA) remains a critical issue. In Japan, several universities play a key role not only in conducting public assessments but also in fostering HTA expertise. This workshop aims to review the current state of HTA education in Japan and explore what can be learned from international experiences in countries with more established HTA systems.
DESCRIPTION: The session will begin with an overview of Japan’s HTA system and educational initiatives presented by Manabu Akazawa (5 min). This will be followed by presentations from Drs. Rei Goto (15 min) and Kensuke Moriwaki (15 min) on their respective institutional approaches to HTA expert training. Additionally, Dr. Sitaporn Youngkong will provide insights into the history and development of HTA education in Thailand (20 min). Finally, an interactive discussion will engage the audience in identifying key challenges and opportunities for strengthening HTA education in Japan. Lessons from Thailand and other countries will be examined to consider potential improvements. This workshop is expected to provide valuable insights not only for academia but also for policymakers and industry stakeholders involved in HTA in Japan.
Code
15
Topic Subcategory
Distributed Data & Research Networks