The motivation to participate in the Postgraduate Course in Health Economics and Health Outcomes stemmed from the desire to gain a deeper understanding of how the Portuguese healthcare ecosystem functions, particularly in relation to the approval of medicines.
The hybrid format of the classes fits well with an active professional life as a Market Access manager in a pharmaceutical company. The diverse experiences of both the instructors and participants make the sessions collaborative and dynamic.
Marta Rodrigues
Public Affairs Lead - Ipsen Portugal
This program values not only the quality of the theoretical content but also the close contact it fosters with key players in the healthcare sector, both nationally and internationally. The opportunity to work alongside students and external mentors on the development of a healthcare project enhances teamwork and commitment skills, which are essential in project management. Finally, the support and availability shown by the teaching staff is an extremely positive aspect of this postgraduate course.
Miguel Pereira
Clinical Research Coordinator at CUF
The Postgraduate in Health Economics and Health Outcomes was essential to complement my training in Pharmaceutical Sciences. The classes, materials, and practical examples provided a comprehensive view of Health Economics, which motivated me to pursue a PhD in Public Health at NOVA NSPH. In addition to the knowledge gained, the sharing of experiences among colleagues was enriching. The course boosted my career, allowing me to better understand the healthcare system and evolve as a hospital pharmacist and now as a research fellow.
Ana Rita Santos
Health Economics Researcher - Value for Health CoLAB
The Master’s Programme in Health Promotion at NOVA National School of Public Health, University of Lisbon, is hosting a session dedicated to the intersection between art and health promotion.
23 May 2025 | 2:30 PM Salão Nobre, NOVA National School of Public Health
Artistic expression plays a central role in the lives and identities of peoples and cultures. In recent years, there has been growing recognition of the health benefits of engaging with artistic activities. This session offers a space for sharing and reflection on how different forms of artistic expression can serve as tools for care, inclusion, and social transformation.
It will also be an opportunity to learn more about the Master’s in Health Promotion, a programme focused on enhancing population health and well-being, with a strong emphasis on equity and practical application.
Raquel Pedro – Artistic Workshop, Psychosocial Rehabilitation Service, Casa de Saúde do Telhal
Ricardo Rodrigues – School of Health, Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal
Rita Wengorovius – Teatro Umano
Patrícia Claudino – Cultural Prescribing in Alentejo
Ana Lídia Franganito – Music Therapy in the Promotion of Mental Health, ULS S. José (to be confirmed)
Art Installations
Live Artistic Mural – by Dedo Mau
“What Makes a Place”: Photovoice of a Well-Being Promoting Campus. Exhibition of photographs from the master’s dissertation project by Eva Cabral da Costa
The event will feature a photovoice exhibition by Eva Cabral da Costa, entitled “What Makes a Place: Photovoice from a Well-being Promoting Campus” – a display of photographs and captions resulting from a photovoice project developed within the Master’s in Health Promotion by this student from the school.
The session will also include an interactive and participatory component, with artist Dedo Mau creating a mural to which participants will be invited to contribute.
NOVA National School of Public Health (NOVA NSPH) and the Portuguese Association for Hospital Development (APDH), with the institutional support of the Dutch-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCINP), and in partnership with the Portuguese Association of Hospital Managers (APAH), the NOVA NSPH Student Association and the NOVA NSPH Alumni Association, are organising a Study Visit to the Healthcare System of the Netherlands, as part of the Specialisation Course in Hospital Administration (CEAH), with the following objectives:
Explore innovation in healthcare – understand how innovation is driving the development of new technologies, digital solutions, and policies aimed at improving health outcomes and the performance of healthcare systems.
Understand governance models and best practices – analyse effective governance structures and quality assurance mechanisms in health management, with a focus on leadership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Establish institutional relations and foster future collaborations – encourage networking with professionals from other institutions, creating opportunities for future exchanges and partnerships in strategic areas of healthcare.
Gain insight into the Dutch healthcare system – deepen knowledge of healthcare financing models and integrated care systems, identifying elements that may inspire adaptations and improvements in the national context.
The Hospital Administration Study Visit Netherlands 2025 will take place from 21 to 25 September, including visits to several leading organisations, among which the following are already confirmed:
The NOVA National School of Public Health (NOVA NSPH) hosted the Health Data Workshop, a collaborative event between NOVA NSPH ‘s Public Health Impact Knowledge Centre, the Nova SBE Health Economics & Management Knowledge Centre and the Portuguese Association of Health Economics.
The event, which took place on 19 March, began with presentations by André Trindade, president of the Board of Directors of ACSS, IP, António Teixeira Rodrigues, director of Evidence and Health Solutions at ANF, and Eduarda Góis, director of Living Conditions Statistics Services at INE. The three speakers shared their experiences and the data available from the institutions they represent.
This was followed by collaborative sessions where event participants debated potential research questions using the databases presented, with guidance from the speakers and a member of the organisation.
“The availability and effective use of health data is fundamental to evidence-based decision-making and the creation of more informed public policies. With this workshop, we aim not only to map existing data, but also to foster a culture of collaboration between researchers and institutions, ensuring that this information is used strategically to improve the health of the population”, says Joana Alves, coordinator of the Knowledge Centre Public Health Impact.
“This workshop demonstrated how collaboration between different institutions can enhance the use of health data more effectively. We want to build bridges between those who produce and those who use this data, promoting new research opportunities and ensuring that the information available contributes to better health policies and practices,” adds Joana Alves.
Following the event, NOVA NSPH invites anyone interested in the topic to contribute to the creation of a catalogue to promote more and better use of existing data in Portugal, by filling in the following form.
