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David Vanness
Professor of Health Policy and Administration,
Graduate Professor-in-Charge of the Ph.D. Program
Summary Statement

Dr. Vanness is an economist who uses Bayesian and simulation-based methods to evaluate intervention costs and outcomes. His research on cost-effectiveness analysis has been widely cited in policy guiding medical care pricing, coverage, and access in the U.S.

Department
  • Health Policy and Administration - HPA
  • Graduate Faculty
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501J Ford Building
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA 16802
Fax
814-863-2905