The Relevance of Health Services Research for the Pharmaceutical Industry in Germany –Results of A Representative Online Survey

Abstract

studies or participate in joint projects, whereas 69% plan to conduct HSR studies in the near future. All these numbers increased since the last surveys. ConClusions: The results of the survey clearly pointed out the high and still increasing importance of HSR and real-life studies also in the health care industry. Although a considerable amount of uncertainty concerning the specific methodological requirements remain it is widely accepted that the quality of data and analyses is crucial for acceptance by payers. As HSR projects require considerable human and financial resources alliances and joint projects between industry, academia and payer are aspired.