Kurt Lavetti

Kurt Lavetti brings a wealth of experience in the fields of labor economics, health economics, and applied econometrics to his role as an Associate Professor in the Economics Department at The Ohio State University. With a Ph.D. in Economics from Cornell University, Lavetti has established himself as a leading researcher in his areas of expertise. His research primarily focuses on evaluating the design and value of health plans, which is crucial in understanding how different health insurance structures impact both individuals and the broader economy. Lavetti is also deeply involved in calculating compensating wage differentials, providing insights into how wages adjust to compensate for job attributes such as risk or undesirable conditions. In addition to his work on health plans and wages, Lavetti studies the determinants of job mobility, offering valuable perspectives on how and why individuals move between jobs. This research is particularly relevant in today's rapidly changing labor market. Furthermore, his examination of physician labor markets sheds light on the dynamics affecting healthcare professionals, which has significant implications for healthcare policy and management. Lavetti's contributions to the field are recognized through his affiliations as a Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) and a Research Fellow at the Institute for the Study of Labor (IZA). These roles allow him to collaborate with other leading economists and contribute to influential economic research that informs policy and practice worldwide.