The Regression Discontinuity Design in Medical Science

2025/08/05 by Cattaneo, Matias D., Titiunik, Rocio
#Applications (stat.AP) #Econometrics (econ.EM) #FOS: Computer and information sciences #FOS: Economics and business #Methodology (stat.ME)

paper · doi:10.48550/arxiv.2508.03878

Abstract

This article provides an introduction to the Regression Discontinuity (RD) design, and its application to empirical research in the medical sciences. While the main focus of this article is on causal interpretation, key concepts of estimation and inference are also briefly mentioned. A running medical empirical example is provided.

Citations

• A Guide to Regression Discontinuity Designs in Medical Applications
• Regression Discontinuity Designs

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