Centre for the Business and Economics of Health
Transforming health outcomes through collaborative research
The Centre for the Business and Economics of Health (CBEH) improves health policy and outcomes through applied research in health economics, policy and business.
We work with public and private healthcare organisations, policymakers, peak bodies and consumers to develop evidence‑based solutions that strengthen health system performance and improve population wellbeing.
Our research focus
Effective and efficient healthcare
Evaluating and informing health technologies, procedures and interventions
Enhanced models of care and prevention
Maximising accessibility, sustainability and equity in service delivery through innovations in healthcare.
Future-focused health workforces
Planning for better population health outcomes through health workforce capability.
Future of Health initiative
Helping transform healthcare delivery for the benefit of patients and society at large.
News and Insights
- Dr McAvoy explores how having a better understanding of the underlying dynamics of healthcare systems can inform solutions that improve equity and access to specialist outpatient (SOP) health services.
- Researchers from The University of Queensland (UQ) will focus on improving health workforce planning to provide accessible and affordable primary care for Australians with a grant from the Federal Government’s Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
- The health landscape has changed enormously since the introduction of Medicare 40 years ago.
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Your generous support
Our research is made possible through government funding, research partnerships and the generosity of a community that shares our vision for better health and wellbeing in Australia and globally.
The establishment and ongoing operation of CBEH is generously supported by UQ alumnus, Paul Taylor (right), who, together with his family, also sponsors The Taylor Family Chair position held by CBEH Director Professor Lisa Nissen.
If you would like to join us in advancing better health outcomes for our communities, we invite you to make a donation to the Centre for the Business and Economics of Health by contacting advancement@bel.uq.edu.au.