The University of Queensland (UQ) and The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) share a strong track record and vision for research and social impact in addressing society’s key challenges.

Join the discussion on Australia and Hong Kong's healthcare systems and their efficiency and impact across society, from cost-benefit analysis, digital health to integrated healthcare systems.

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Drawing insights from their research and experiences in Australia and Hong Kong, Associate Professor Tracy ComansProfessor Stephen Birch, Professor Hong FUNG, and Professor EK Yeoh will examine the healthcare systems of both economies and what can be done to improve the situation, moderated by Professor Brenda Gannon

Join the online webinar to learn more. Part 4 of 4 of the UQ-CUHK Health Equity Webinar Series. 

AEST Date: Thursday 5 May 2022 
AEST Time: 3 - 4.30pm

HKT Date: Thursday 5 May 2022 
HKT Time: 1 - 2.30pm

 

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Moderator

Professor Brenda Gannon
Professor Brenda Gannon
Director of Research, School of Economics,
Faculty of Business, Economics and Law, 
The University of Queensland.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Speakers

Associate Professor Tracy Comans
Associate Professor Tracy Comans
UQ Amplify Principal Research, Centre for Health Services Research,
Faculty of Medicine,
The University of Queensland.
 
Professor Stephen Birch
Professor Stephen Birch
Taylor Chair and Centre Director, Centre for the Business and Economics of Health,
Faculty of Business, Economics and Law,
The University of Queensland.

Professor Fung Hong
Professor Hong FUNG
Professor of Practice in Health Services Management,
The Jockey Club School of Public Health & Primary Care,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong.
Professor EK Yeoh
Professor EK Yeoh
Director, Centre for Health Systems and Policy Research, 
The Jockey Club School of Public Health & Primary Care,
Co-director of Institute of Health Equity,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong.

 


Presentation topics

Each speaker will present on various issues within the healthcare system, with topics as follows: 

Professor Stephen Birch: Why 'cost-effective health care' doesn't lead to reduced costs? A systems perspective on efficiency in healthcare

Associate Professor Tracy Comans: A framework for a cost-benefit analysis of the implementation of digital hospitals

Professor Hong FUNG: Digital health, an enabler of health system resilience

Professor EK Yeoh: Healthcare voucher - a strategic purchasing instrument for an integrated healthcare system. 


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For more information about the UQ-CUHK Health Equity Webinar Series, please contact

Ms Elizabeth Downes, Global Engagement, UQ