Membership Has Its Benefits
Becoming a member of the leading global scientific and educational organization for health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) has many advantages. Not only do ISPOR members receive benefits and opportunities that are uniquely relevant to the field of HEOR, but they also become part of a global collaborative HEOR community. ISPOR's 20,000+ individual and regional chapter members play a critical role in the Society's mission to promote HEOR excellence to improve decision making for health globally. A Membership Fact Sheet is available here. A few highlights of member benefits include:
Global Scientific Conferences
ISPOR's world-class, scientific conferences convene the leading experts in HEOR and include annual conferences in North America and Europe, biennial conferences in Asia Pacific and Latin America, regional conferences, and topically-focused summits.
Educational and Training Programs
The Society's HEOR short courses, training programs, webinars, and distance learning programs, offer critical education for HEOR professionals worldwide.
Publications
Members have unrestricted access to ISPOR journals, including Value in Health, Value in Health Regional Issues, and Value & Outcomes Spotlight. ISPOR members also receive newsletters and are eligible for discounts on ISPOR books.
HEOR Resources
Developed by the Society's Scientific and Health Policy working groups, ISPOR's HEOR resources include Good Practices for Outcomes Research Reports, Pharmacoeconomic Guidelines Around the World, Global Healthcare Systems Road Maps, Scientific Presentations Database, International Digest of Databases, Assessing the Evidence for Healthcare Decision Makers, and more.
Contribute to the Science
Join the Society's Scientific and Health Policy working groups (task forces, special interest groups, and council working groups) that contribute to the high quality, consensus nature of ISPOR's HEOR resources to advance HEOR and its use in healthcare decisions. Contact us for more information on ISPOR working groups.
Networking
In addition to ISPOR's global conferences and educational programs, networking and collaboration is facilitated through regional and student chapters, consortia, and regional networks. Contact us for more information on regional chapters or student chapters.
Career Development
The ISPOR Career Center is the site for HEOR professionals seeking career opportunities and employers seeking to reach candidates in the HEOR field. Members will find that ISPOR activities provide many opportunities to connect with thought leaders and peers working in HEOR.