8th to 11th November 2026, Vienna, Austria.
As healthcare systems across Europe face growing pressure from rising costs, demographic change, technological innovation, and increasing expectations for equitable access, the role of health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) has never been more important.
ISPOR Europe 2026 brings together international experts, policymakers, researchers, clinicians, payers, HTA bodies, pharmaceutical leaders, and patient representatives to discuss how scientific evidence can support sustainable and patient-centered healthcare decision-making.
Widely regarded as one of the leading European conferences in health economics, market access, and outcomes research, the congress offers a unique platform for multidisciplinary exchange and international collaboration.
A Leading European Platform for HEOR and Market Access
ISPOR Europe is organized by ISPOR – The Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research, an internationally recognized organization dedicated to advancing evidence-based healthcare decision-making worldwide.
The conference focuses on some of the most important topics currently shaping healthcare systems, including:
- health technology assessment (HTA)
- pricing and reimbursement
- real-world evidence (RWE)
- patient-centered outcomes
- healthcare policy
- access to innovative therapies
- value assessment and affordability
The 2026 congress theme emphasizes how HEOR can help translate scientific innovation into practical healthcare solutions that improve patient access while supporting sustainable healthcare systems.
International Networking Across the Healthcare Ecosystem
One of the major strengths of ISPOR Europe is its broad interdisciplinary participation. The congress attracts thousands of attendees from:
- academia and research institutions
- pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies
- healthcare authorities and ministries
- HTA organizations
- insurance and payer systems
- consulting and data analytics companies
- hospitals and healthcare providers
- patient advocacy organizations
This creates a rare environment where scientific, regulatory, economic, and clinical perspectives meet in direct dialogue.
Scientific Sessions and Emerging Healthcare Trends
Participants can expect a comprehensive scientific program including:
- plenary sessions
- research presentations
- poster discussions
- workshops and educational symposia
- policy debates
- methodological sessions
- networking and industry forums
Key areas likely to receive strong attention include:
- AI and digital health evaluation
- innovative payment and reimbursement models
- oncology market access
- rare diseases and personalized medicine
- patient-reported outcomes
- data-driven healthcare policy
- evidence generation in real-world settings
The congress is particularly relevant for professionals involved in healthcare strategy, public health policy, pharmaceutical economics, clinical outcomes research, and evidence-based healthcare planning.
Location: For more information and detailed program visit the website.
Austria Center Vienna
Bruno-Kreisky-Platz 1, 1220
Vienna, Austria
Published in GI-Mail 05/2026 (English & German edition).
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