American Society of Health Economists (ASHEcon)

The American Society of Health Economists (ASHEcon) is a professional organization dedicated to promoting excellence in health economics research in the United States. ASHEcon provides a forum for emerging ideas and empirical results of health economics research. The major activity through which ASHEcon achieves its mission is conducting a meeting in the US. ASHEcon is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of a highly distinguished group of health economists from all parts of the United States.

The American Society of Health Economists (ASHEcon) was founded to promote excellence in health economics research within the United States. Headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia, ASHEcon's primary mission is to provide a forum for emerging ideas and empirical research results in health economics. The organisation is governed by a Board of Directors composed of distinguished health economists from across the nation.

ASHEcon's major activities include hosting an annual conference, which attracts around 1,000 participants and features approximately 180 sessions over three days each June. The 2024 conference will be held in San Diego, California. These conferences are designed to disseminate current research findings and foster the exchange of ideas among health economists.

ASHEcon also offers various professional development opportunities, including webinars, a teaching materials repository, and mentoring programs for early-career researchers. They publish the American Journal of Health Economics (AJHE) quarterly, providing a platform for high-quality research articles in the field.

In addition to conferences and publications, ASHEcon organises policy roundtables, spotlight sessions, and supports diversity through scholarships and awards. Their resources aim to enhance the professional development of health economists and advance the application of economics in health policy.