Personal Statement:
One of the most important problems in health care is the lack of evidence of effectiveness of so many of our treatments.  I believe that CTAF is addressing the effectiveness of new and emerging treatments in an open and transparent way and I am excited to be part of this effort.  Most of my professional research and consulting has been aimed at creating and disseminating better evidence.

Current Occupation:
Independent health policy consultant

Education:
M.A. and Ph.D. University of California
Pew Health Policy Fellow

Related Activities:
Dr. Bergthold is a consumer representative on the Medicare Evidence Development and Coverage Advisory Committee.