RÉSUMÉ
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Chapter 1–Introduction
- What Is HTA?
- How Is HTA Generated and Used?
- The Intent of This Report
- Methodology
- Limitations
Chapter 2–The Fundamentals of HTA
Chapter 3–The Changing Landscape of HTA in Canada
- A Pan-Canadian Perspective
- Ontario’s Experience
- Quebec’s Experience
- Alberta’s Experience
- British Columbia’s Experience
- HTA in Other Countries
Chapter 4–Online Survey Results From HTA Producers
- Areas of Focus
- Number and Type of Staff
- Size and Sources of Funding
- Types of HTA Work Undertaken
- Important Factors Affecting HTA Project Selection
- Opinions on Importance and Effectiveness of HTA for Technology
Adoption and Displacement
- Types of HTA's Produced and Methods Used
- Opinion on Functioning of Phases of the HTA Process
Chapter 5–Challenges for HTA and Innovation in Canada
- Identifying and Selecting of Technologies
- Conducting HTAs
- Disseminating and Implementing HTA Findings
- Evaluating of the Impact of HTA on Health Policy
Chapter 6–International Models of HTA
Chapter 7–Opportunities for Redesign in HTA
- Issues and Opportunities for HTA Redesign in Canada
Appendix A–Methodology
Appendix B–Key Informant Interview Guide
Appendix C–Online Survey
Appendix D–Survey Questions
Appendix E–Types of Economic Analyses
Appendix F–Bibliography