A guide to health technology assessment in the Palliser Health Region

For the purposes of this process, technology includes all new and emerging diagnostic and therapeutic health technologies used for the delivery of health care (excluding medications) Goals of HTA The goals of health technology assessment are to: estimate the need for health technologies given the health needs of the community; assess the safety, efficacy and effectiveness of health care techno [...] Although it is not necessary for him or her to be an expert in the technology, they should be knowledgeable of the area and the conditions for which the technology will be used. [...] If possible, at the start of the project, the project manager should convene a meeting of the project team to discuss the review, their roles and how best to ensure that the tasks are done effectively and efficiently. [...] Question 2: This question is intended to relate the technology under review to the characteristics of the Palliser Health Region community (internal and external) that affect the provision of quality health care. [...] The response should identify which of the priorities stated in the business plan is supported by the technology under review and whether it assists the Region in maintaining its standards of quality and access.