Prof. Alexander Geissler

Speaker at the St. Gallen Symposium

Alexander Geissler is a full professor of Health Economics, Policy and Management at the University of St.Gallen's School of Medicine, where he also serves as the academic director. His research, which is primarily empirical, focuses on health economics, health services research, and health systems research, with an emphasis on translating findings into policy recommendations. He aims to develop tools to measure and manage efficiency in healthcare. This includes aspects of remuneration and incentive systems, as well as issues related to quality measurement, presentation, and transparency. He is increasingly integrating these two research areas to provide more accurate insights into the optimal use of limited resources in the healthcare system. A distinctive aspect of his work is his international focus, reflected in both his publications and research topics. This is demonstrated by his involvement with supranational organizations such as the World Bank, the EU Commission, as well as national ministries and think tanks.