Center of Excellence in Real-World Evidence | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Center of Excellence in Real-World Evidence

Dallas | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

“Understanding what medications do to people, and what people do to medications.”

The Center seeks to improve the understanding of how medications work in real-world settings so that clinicians, patients, policy makers and health systems can make better decisions about healthcare.

Real-world evidence (RWE) is data collected from patients in their everyday lives, outside of clinical trials. RWE can be used to understand how medications work in real-world settings, including how well they are tolerated, how effective they are, and how they interact with other medications. The Center for Excellence in Real-world Evidence provides support for research and training, and is a leading resource for high-quality research on medication usage, risks, and effectiveness among large populations.

The Center leverages large datasets to generate knowledge on medications by using sophisticated analytic techniques to get the most accurate, precise, and timely estimates to improve public health. This evidence complements data and knowledge from randomized, controlled trials.

  • Pharmacoepidemiolog
  • Pharmacoeconomics
  • Implementation Science
  • Biostatistics
  • Veteran Affairs Corporate Data Warehouse
  • Oracle Health Data
  • Optum Labs
  • IBM MarketScan
  • UT Southwestern Medical Center
  • North Texas VA Healthcare System
  • Parkland Health
  • The University of California, Los Angeles
  • Baylor College of Medicine
  • University of Connecticut (UConn)
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • University of Texas at Austin

For Academic and Clinical Researchers:

  • A Collaborative Ecosystem: Join a network of esteemed researchers and gain access to new funding opportunities and interdisciplinary projects.
  • Rich Data Resources: Leverage our extensive real-world data assets to explore your research questions on a large scale.
  • Methodological and Biostatistical Support: Our expert team can provide the support you need to design and execute high-impact studies.
  • Training and Mentorship: We are committed to fostering the next generation of RWE researchers through comprehensive training programs and mentorship opportunities.

For Pharmaceutical and MedTech Industry Partners:

  • Unparalleled Expertise: Our team consists of leading epidemiologists, data scientists, and clinicians with deep experience in RWE methodologies and regulatory requirements.
  • Access to Rich Data: We have access to vast and diverse real-world datasets, enabling us to conduct large-scale studies that deliver meaningful and generalizable results.
  • End-to-End Support: From study design and protocol development to data analysis and dissemination, we provide comprehensive support to ensure the success of your research projects.
  • Credibility and Independence: As a trusted academic institution, our research is conducted with the highest standards of scientific rigor, lending credibility to product value proposition.

For Healthcare Systems and Payers:

  • Comparative Effectiveness Research: We can help you compare the effectiveness of different treatments in your specific patient populations to identify the most clinically and cost-effective options.
  • Population Health Management: Our research can inform your population health strategies by identifying unmet needs and opportunities for intervention.
  • Quality Improvement Initiatives: We can partner with you to evaluate and optimize your clinical pathways and quality improvement programs.

Phone: 214.358.9031
Email: Carlos.Alvarez@ttuhsc.edu