Reflections on the Importance of CER Methods Training – 3 Real-World Perspectives at CER Institute

Center for Medical Technology Policy Founder and President, Sean Tunis, MD, MSc will present opening remarks and moderate the opening forum “Reflections on the Importance of CER Methods Training – 3 Real-World Perspectives.”  Panelists providing remarks on this topic include Daniel Mullins, PhD of the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy with an Academic perspective; Nancy Dreyer, MPH, PhD of Outcome Sciences, Inc. with a Contract Research Organization perspective; and Marc Berger, MD of Ingenix Life Sciences with an Industry perspective.

Early Bird tuition rates are available through April 27, 2011.  Space is limited – register today. 

The CER Institute will provide participants with interactive instruction in CER methods, engage participants in a discussion of policy trends, and ensure that Institute attendees understand effective methods for translating the results from CER studies into policy and practice.   Courses are aimed at mid-career professionals with some understanding of CER, and are designed to allow participants to self-select topics of greatest relevance to their professional needs. These courses will be led by top CER and will feature real world case studies and interactive group discussions. 

The CER Institute will take place July 25 – 27, 2011 in Santa Fe, New Mexico.  For registration, agenda, and additional Institute details, visit www.cmtpnet.org/cer-institute-1.   

The CER Institute is organized by the Center for Medical Technology Policy (CMTP) and supported by AcademyHealth.