A distinct framework

The EDP framework has a number of particular features, which distinguish it from other HTA frameworks:

  • EDPs consider HTA as a political and intrinsically complex undertaking, and has a strong emphasis on deliberation among relevant stakeholders. We have developed approaches that stimulate debate and deepen the argumentation. This is different from many other HTA frameworks which are often limited to evidence collection and synthesis.
  • The EDP framework combines existing theories and best HTA practices around the world – it is not proposing anything new. In terms of theory, EDPs are based on rational decision-making (as in multi-criteria decision analyses – MCDA) and fair decision-making (as in accountability for reasonableness – A4R).
  • The framework provides a practical stepwise approach that covers the whole HTA process (see Figure below). Other HTA frameworks typically concentrate on selected steps only, e.g. assessment.
  • EDPs take the decision-making context as the starting point, and offers specific advice depending on the level of HTA development. The EDP framework is also relevant for countries that have not (yet) established an HTA organization.  
  • EDPs can be considered as a practical application of the WHO ‘Fair choices’ framework by Norheim et al., in terms of the stepwise approach to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
  • WHO Headquarters recommends the use of EDPs for HTA organizations. See for example this document.
  • Our EDP guide is also recommended by other agencies; for example the International Decision Support Initiative (iDSI), a global network of health, policy and economic expertise, working to achieve Universal Health Coverage and the health Sustainable Development Goal (SDG 3). Our GHP group is part of the iDSI network.

See the six steps of Evidence Informed Deliberative Processes in the Figure below.

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By working in groups, we accelerate the development of knowledge and its implementation. Each group is led by an experienced group leader, who ensures the direction, focus and sustainable development of the group and the well-being and professional development of its members. The specialized knowledge is applied in one or more research programs.

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Addiction psychiatry

Arnt Schellekens's research group aims to reduce the tremendous burden of addictive disorders through translational research, linking basic science with clinical practice. The group focuses on disentangling clinical heterogeneity, in order to develop personalized addiction treatment strategies.

Advanced x-ray imaging methods

Ioannis Sechopoulos's research group specializes in research on novel image acquisition, processing and analysis in diagnostic x-ray based imaging, particularly for breast and body computed tomography.

Affordability and accessibility of care

Bram Wouterse's research group investigates how to make health care systems sustainable, from a financial, work force, societal, and environmental perspective. We do so in collaboration with policymakers and by combining evidence at the individual and local level.

AI for precision medicine

Francesco Ciompi's research group focuses on precision medicine, investigating and developing artificial intelligence models to better understand diseases, discover novel biomarkers, and help physicians to improve their routine diagnostics and select the right treatments to help patients.

AI in thoracic oncology

Colin Jacobs's research group investigates how to develop robust and trustworthy artificial intelligence algorithms for medical imaging in the field of lung cancer, how to validate these algorithms in clinical practice, and how we can have the most impact with AI in healthcare.

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We are in the process of creating a web page for each research group. Over the next few months, this overview will be completed.

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