Linking Investments to Outcomes: Measuring Health System Effectiveness (Event Video)

In recent years the idea of strong health systems as a component of population health has been noted by both global health donors and national governments alike. Consequently, the question of how to measure the effectiveness of health systems interventions has become ever more pressing. But it remains unclear if efforts to assess health systems are providing enough information to establish a link between investments and improved health outcomes. How do we know if increased investments in the sector are creating the desired impact? This panel discussion will explore the linkage between health system strengthening activities and improving health outcomes and provide a platform for determining the efficacy of health systems investments. Panelists will address methodologies for analyzing health systems, beyond a mere compilation of indicators, and will explore innovative methods to measure health system performance.

Event Video

Opening Remarks by

Ariel Pablos-Mendez

Assistant Administrator for Global Health

U.S. Agency for International Development

Featuring

Peter Berman

Adjunct Professor

Harvard School of Public Health

Karen Cavanaugh

Lead, Inter Agency Collaboration and Governance, President's Global Health Initiative

U.S. Agency for International Development

Sally Stansfield

Former Executive Secretary, Health Metrics Network

World Health Organization

Moderated by

Amanda Glassman

Director of Global Health Policy and Research Fellow

Center for Global Development