H. E. (Ted) Frech, III is a Professor of Economics and Technology Management at UC Santa Barbara, focusing on Industrial Organization, Health Economics, and Antitrust. His research explores the intersection of healthcare markets, regulation, and competition, particularly within hospital systems and insurance.
He has contributed to theoretical and empirical studies on health insurance, hospital mergers, and the efficiency of property rights. He has also been involved in litigation consulting, providing expert testimony on antitrust issues.
Prof. Frech's academic journey includes teaching roles at prestigious institutions like the University of Chicago and Stanford. His visiting roles broadened his global expertise in regulatory economics, covering sectors like telecommunications, health care, and the energy market.
He has published extensively on competition and efficiency, particularly in the health care sector. His expertise is frequently sought in complex antitrust and regulation cases, making him a key contributor to the development of economic theories in healthcare.
Frech serves on several editorial boards and continues to influence public policy debates through his scholarly contributions and legal consulting.
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