Derek Choi
MHSc
Derek Choi is a dedicated professional specializing in health economics, pharmaceutical market access, and healthcare innovation. He is currently a Health Economics Research Officer at Canada’s Drug Agency, where he leads economic evaluations and collaborates with cross-functional teams to assess the viability of pharmaceuticals for reimbursement.
Derek's extensive experience spans roles such as Market Access Intern at Janssen, and Healthcare Analyst at MaRS Discovery District. His work often intersects innovation, collaboration, and research, with notable contributions to oncology drug submissions and economic model development. He has also participated in high-impact innovation challenges, including developing novel healthcare system models and AI applications in healthcare.
Derek is passionate about leveraging economic insights and translational research to address complex healthcare challenges and drive meaningful change in public health systems.