Health Economics in California Public Health
A professional association supporting health economics research, methods, and policy evaluation across California.
Economists in Public Health
The California Association of Public Health Economists (CAPHE) connects economists and analysts working across local health jurisdictions, state agencies, and research institutions in California.
We apply economic evaluation, cost analysis, and causal inference to public health programs and policy decisions. Our members analyze program budgets, evaluate behavioral drivers and disease incidence, and study policy counterfactuals across California.
Founded in 2024, the California Association of Public Health Economists (CAPHE) serves economists and analysts across California's state and local public health system. Our working group collaborates on open empirical tools, peer review, and applied policy evaluation at caphegroup.org.
What Drives Us
Professional Development
We provide mentorship programs and training opportunities to nurture the next generation of public health economists.
Collaborative Research
We facilitate joint projects that offer analytical and applied insights to improve health policies and programs across California.
Evidence Translation
We provide analytical frameworks and peer review to help analysts and researchers translate cost and outcome data into clear policy choices.
What We Do
Professional Member Sessions
Sessions for peer review and skill-building. A supportive environment to present work-in-progress and get constructive feedback.
Webinars
Open webinars featuring expert presentations on current research, methodological innovations, and practical applications in health economics.
Working Groups
Collaborative teams creating shared resources—white papers, code repositories, and analytical frameworks—to deepen expertise across the field.
Workshops
Training sessions covering cost-effectiveness analysis, causal inference, and economic evaluation techniques.
How We Work
Economic Evaluation
We analyze program costs, behavioral incentives, and counterfactual outcomes alongside health measures to evaluate public health investments.
Open Knowledge-Sharing
We emphasize voluntary leadership and peer-based collaboration. Resources developed by working groups are shared openly across the network.
Supportive Community
We maintain a welcoming environment for both new and experienced health economists. No question is too basic; no methodology too advanced.
Get Involved
We welcome economists working in public health departments, academic institutions, and research organizations across California. Whether you're new to health economics or a seasoned practitioner, there's a place for you at CAPHE.