The NCPE is an independent Health Technology Assessment agency, responsible for evaluating drug treatments for use in the Irish healthcare system.

We assess comparative effectiveness which tells us how well a medicine works compared to medicines that are currently used to treat a condition.

The NCPE assesses the cost effectiveness, or, value for money, of treatments for patients.

The NCPE engages with stakeholders, including clinicians and patients, before, throughout and after the assessment process.

The NCPE has a research function, with staff holding numerous teaching commitments, including those to patient-focused organisations.