Approaches to service management and delivery based on contracting have become an important trend in health systems management. The Conference offers an excellent opportunity for policy makers, business and labour, health care professionals, researchers and others to come together for a collegial exchange of ideas and perspectives on the issues and evidence regarding contracting. The Conference will feature plenary and concurrent sessions as well as poster displays, with invited speakers and selected abstracts. In addition, there will be ample opportunity for informal interaction among delegates and presenters. Individuals are invited to submit abstracts and posters presentations on the theme of Contracting in Health Care.
Presentations based on actual experience in policy implementation are welcome.
Case studies of the experience of various jurisdictions using contractual approaches in health care. A report of the findings or conclusions, with their implications for health policy. The implications of the findings or outcomes on future policies. A report of the conclusions, with their implications for health policy. In addition to the abstract, submission of complete papers is welcome.