
Discrete event simulation (DES) has traditionally been used in the engi-
neering and operations research elds. The use of DES to inform deci-
sions about health technologies is still in its infancy. Written by special-
ists at the forefront of this area, Discrete Event Simulation for Health
Technology Assessment is the rst book to make all the central con-
cepts of DES relevant for health technology assessment (HTA). Acces-
sible to beginners, the book requires no prerequisites and describes the
concepts with as little jargon as possible.
The book rst covers the essential concepts and their implementation.
It next provides a fully worked out example ...