Public defence in Management Science, M.Sc. Ellie Dillon

Title of the thesis:
"Model-based approaches to decision making in healthcare delivery” 

Healthcare systems worldwide face escalating pressures from aging populations, advancements in pharmaceuticals and technologies, strained services, and economic constraints. Hence, robust decision-making processes are imperative to maximise population health. Mathematical modelling has proven to be a valuable tool for addressing such healthcare challenges. Recent experiences, exemplified by the COVID-19 pandemic, have demonstrated the effectiveness of mathematical modelling in decision-making in healthcare delivery. This thesis contributes to the advancement of model-based decision-making in healthcare with a focus on practical applicability. It leverages two healthcare domains, colorectal cancer screening and the blood supply chain, to illustrate the benefit of model-based approaches in improving cost-effectiveness and resource utilisation in public healthcare delivery. In conclusion, this thesis underscores the role of model-based approaches in healthcare decision-making.

ZOOM: https://aalto.zoom.us/j/62360438921

Doctoral student: Ellie Dillon
Opponent: Professor Alec Morton, University of Strathclyde
Custos: Professor Eeva Vilkkumaa, Aalto University School of Business

Thesis available for public display 10 days prior to the defence at:
https://aaltodoc.aalto.fi/items/9f1e373a-cba2-4ea3-b45e-514e62bb6cf9

Contact information of doctoral student: Ellie Dillon [email protected]

Doctoral theses of the School of Business: https://aaltodoc.aalto.fi/handle/123456789/50