Evelyne Priestman recently joined Mtech Access as a Consultant in our Health Economics Team. In this interview, we learn about her career to date, what inspired her to join Mtech Access, and her experiences since joining the team.
What led you to pursue a career in health economics?
My first degree was in Chemistry, which I studied at the University of Bristol. After that, I worked as a commercial strategy consultant in the healthcare sector for many years, nurturing a long-standing interest in pursuing another degree. During my time advising clients on critical commercial issues, I realised the importance of understanding the economic principles that drive decision-making within healthcare systems. This curiosity and desire to deepen my knowledge led me to explore the field of Health Economics, which I studied at the University of York while working for a medical technology developer.
What motivated you to join Mtech Access?
I have known Mtech Access for a while and have always admired the people there, as well as their ethos and work culture. The combination of my practical experience, academic knowledge, and appreciation for Mtech Access ultimately led me to join the team.
Here, I can leverage my expertise to help clients navigate the complex landscape of healthcare economics and strategy in an environment that aligns with my values and professional aspirations.
What have you been involved with in your first few weeks at Mtech Access?
After an eventful first week, I found myself immersed in a variety of projects. My tasks ranged from developing a commercial cost calculator tool to contributing to a NICE HTA submission.
Additionally, I engaged in business development activities, facilitating several introductory calls and submitting a proposal for an evidence generation project for a major Medtech client.
The dynamic environment and diverse responsibilities have already provided me with valuable experiences and insights into the impactful work that we do here.
What have you learnt from your first interactions with the team?
The team at Mtech Access represent an incredible wealth of expertise. The collaborative working culture here allows me to access and benefit from this extensive knowledge at any time. Beyond just what happens on individual projects, the team and Mtech Access seamlessly help each other; rather than waiting to be told what to do, people are proactive about complementing each other’s know-how and skills on every project.
If you could swap your expertise and role with a colleague from another team, who would you swap with?
I love what I do, and while I greatly admire the work of my colleagues, I wouldn't want to trade roles with anyone.
When you are not at work, what do you like to do?
When I’m not at work, I like to spend time with my family, have dinner parties with friends, go to the theatre, and read.
To learn more about how our Health Economics Team can support your HEOR strategy, email info@mtechaccess.co.uk.
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