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____________________________________________________________________________ The International Health Economics Association (IHEA) is launching a search for its next Executive Director, a pivotal leadership role guiding the strategic and operational direction of the world’s leading professional community for health economists. The Executive Director works closely with the Board of Directors, the Director of Association Operations, an Association Management Company, and […]

____________________________________________________________________________ Important Updates on the 2027 IHEA Congress Augusto Domínguez – Imagen de Chile As announced in the last newsletter, the 2027 IHEA congress will be held in Santiago, Chile. We are making excellent progress on our congress planning, working closely with our Local Organizing Committee in Santiago. We are delighted to confirm the originally

____________________________________________________________________________ Update on the 2027 Congress: IHEA Confirms Santiago, Chile As announced in the March newsletter, the IHEA Board made the difficult decision to reconsider the 2027 IHEA Congress, originally planned for Guayaquil, Ecuador, in light of government travel advisories and other circumstances affecting the feasibility of holding the Congress there. We are grateful for

____________________________________________________________________________ Latest Update on the 2027 IHEA Congress Change in Congress Location As announced in the March newsletter, the decision was made to move the 2027 IHEA Congress out of Guayaquil, Ecuador, due to government travel advisories. Although we are not yet able to confirm a new location and date for the Congress, we hope

____________________________________________________________________________ Opening Remarks From Executive Director As IHEA continues to advance health economics globally, our focus remains on supporting rigorous research, strengthening policy impact, and fostering a vibrant, inclusive professional community. In the months ahead, we are excited to deepen engagement across regions and career stages, expand opportunities for collaboration, and enhance the resources available

____________________________________________________________________________ Opening Remarks From Executive Director IHEA plays a vital role in advancing health economics globally — supporting rigorous research, strengthening policy impact, and fostering a vibrant and inclusive professional community. I am committed to building on this strong foundation by expanding opportunities for collaboration, enhancing member resources, and deepening engagement across regions and career

____________________________________________________________________________ Happy New Year from IHEA On behalf of the IHEA Board of Directors and staff, we would like to wish all of our members, volunteers, and committee members a Happy New Year! In 2026, there is a lot to look forward to within our organization – from engaging and educational webinars, mentoring and fellowship

____________________________________________________________________________ Wishing everyone a restful end of year break Our sincere thanks to everyone for their contributions to the many IHEA activities during 2025.We wish everyone a restful and revitalizing break over the next few weeks, and a memorable 2026 filled with opportunities and positivity. Please note the IHEA office will be closed from December

____________________________________________________________________________ Ensure that you can participate in IHEA’s Board elections IHEA’s largest Board elections are underway!If you are currently a paid-up member, you will have received an email with a personalized link to the voting system.  If you haven’t received this link:– Please check your spam / junk folder for this mail– Check that your

____________________________________________________________________________ Update from President Kara Hanson: Appointment of new Executive Director I’m delighted to announce that, following a competitive recruitment process, we have appointed Professor Susan Ettner as the new Executive Director for IHEA. She will take up her position on 1 January 2026. Susan brings a vast experience of health economics research, teaching and leadership, and