Colin Baker
About Colin Baker
Colin Baker is a Principal Analyst at the Congressional Budget Office, where he has worked since 2019. He specializes in medical care markets and health policy, with extensive education from Harvard University and Oberlin College.
Work at Congressional Budget Office
Colin Baker has served as a Principal Analyst at the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) since 2019. In this role, he focuses on analyzing medical care markets and contributes to the development of policies related to healthcare. His work at the CBO involves evaluating the economic implications of healthcare legislation and providing insights that inform budgetary decisions.
Previous Experience at National Institute on Aging
Before joining the Congressional Budget Office, Colin Baker worked as a Health Scientist Administrator at the National Institute on Aging from 2010 to 2014. His role involved overseeing research initiatives and contributing to the understanding of health issues affecting older adults. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in health policy and research.
Education and Expertise
Colin Baker has an extensive educational background. He earned a Ph.D. in Health Policy and Health Economics from Harvard University, studying from 1998 to 2004. He also obtained a Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.) from the Harvard Kennedy School, where he studied from 1992 to 1994. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Oberlin College, completed between 1987 and 1991. His expertise includes the economics of labor markets, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry and health insurance.
Ongoing Studies at Harvard Kennedy School
Colin Baker has been studying at the Harvard Kennedy School since 2004. This ongoing education reflects his commitment to staying informed about the latest developments in public policy and economics, further enhancing his analytical skills and knowledge in the field.