Top 30 Doctors in the Netherlands

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Dr. Erik van der Berg

Cardiologist

Amsterdam University Medical Centers (UMC), Amsterdam

Amsterdam UMC is one of the largest hospitals in the Netherlands, combining academic research with top-level patient care. The cardiology department is renowned for its innovative treatments and research in cardiovascular diseases.

Dr. van der Berg specializes in interventional cardiology and has pioneered several minimally invasive procedures for heart valve replacements. The hospital offers state-of-the-art diagnostic tools including advanced cardiac imaging and electrophysiology studies.

Popular Treatments:
  • Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI)
  • Complex coronary interventions
  • Heart failure management
  • Arrhythmia treatments

Dr. Sophia de Vries

Neurosurgeon

Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam

Erasmus MC is the largest and most authoritative scientific University Medical Center in the Netherlands. Its neurosurgery department is at the forefront of brain and spine surgery innovations, with a special focus on tumor surgeries and functional neurosurgery.

Dr. de Vries is renowned for her expertise in minimally invasive brain tumor surgeries and deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease. The hospital features cutting-edge technology including intraoperative MRI and neuronavigation systems.

Popular Treatments:
  • Brain tumor resection
  • Deep brain stimulation
  • Minimally invasive spine surgery
  • Epilepsy surgery

Dr. Thomas Janssen

Orthopedic Surgeon

University Medical Center Utrecht

UMC Utrecht is a leading academic medical center known for its innovative research and patient care. The orthopedic department specializes in joint replacements, sports medicine, and complex trauma cases.

Dr. Janssen focuses on robotic-assisted joint replacements and cartilage regeneration techniques. The hospital boasts one of the most advanced orthopedic surgery centers in Europe with specialized rehabilitation facilities.

Popular Treatments:
  • Robotic knee and hip replacements
  • Cartilage repair and transplantation
  • Sports injury treatments
  • Complex fracture management

Dr. Anna van Dijk

Oncologist

The Netherlands Cancer Institute (NKI), Amsterdam

The Netherlands Cancer Institute is the only dedicated cancer center in the Netherlands with a comprehensive approach to cancer treatment, combining research, diagnosis, treatment and aftercare.

Dr. van Dijk specializes in breast cancer treatment and personalized medicine approaches. The institute is equipped with the latest radiation therapy technologies and runs numerous clinical trials for innovative cancer treatments.

Popular Treatments:
  • Precision oncology
  • Immunotherapy
  • Proton therapy
  • Breast conservation surgery

Dr. Lucas van den Brink

Pediatric Surgeon

Emma Children's Hospital, Amsterdam UMC

Emma Children's Hospital is part of Amsterdam UMC and is one of the largest pediatric centers in the Netherlands, offering specialized care for children from birth to adolescence.

Dr. van den Brink is an expert in minimally invasive pediatric surgery and neonatal surgery. The hospital features child-friendly facilities and a family-centered care approach, with specialized teams for complex pediatric conditions.

Popular Treatments:
  • Minimally invasive pediatric surgery
  • Neonatal surgery
  • Congenital malformation corrections
  • Pediatric trauma surgery

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Dr. Ingrid van der Meer

Plastic Surgeon

Maastricht University Medical Center+

Maastricht UMC+ is a leading academic hospital in the southern Netherlands, known for its innovative research and high-quality patient care. The plastic surgery department specializes in both reconstructive and aesthetic procedures.

Dr. van der Meer is renowned for her work in microsurgical breast reconstruction and facial reconstruction after trauma. The hospital offers comprehensive rehabilitation services alongside surgical treatments.

Popular Treatments:
  • DIEP flap breast reconstruction
  • Facial reconstruction
  • Burn treatment and reconstruction
  • Aesthetic surgery

Dr. Pieter van Leeuwen

Gastroenterologist

Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen

Radboud UMC is a leading academic medical center with a strong focus on personalized healthcare. The gastroenterology department is known for its expertise in inflammatory bowel diseases and advanced endoscopic procedures.

Dr. van Leeuwen specializes in therapeutic endoscopy and the treatment of complex digestive disorders. The hospital features state-of-the-art endoscopy suites and a dedicated IBD center.

Popular Treatments:
  • Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
  • Inflammatory bowel disease treatment
  • Endoscopic mucosal resection
  • Liver disease management

Dr. Eva van den Berg

Fertility Specialist

University Medical Center Groningen

UMC Groningen is one of the largest hospitals in the Netherlands with a reputation for excellence in reproductive medicine. The fertility center offers a comprehensive range of treatments for infertility.

Dr. van den Berg is known for her work in IVF and reproductive endocrinology. The center has one of the highest success rates in Europe for fertility treatments and offers cutting-edge techniques like time-lapse embryo monitoring.

Popular Treatments:
  • In vitro fertilization (IVF)
  • Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)
  • Fertility preservation
  • Recurrent pregnancy loss treatment

Dr. Mark de Jong

Ophthalmologist

Rotterdam Eye Hospital

The Rotterdam Eye Hospital is a specialized ophthalmic center dedicated exclusively to eye care. It's known for its innovative treatments and high surgical volumes.

Dr. de Jong specializes in corneal transplantation and refractive surgery. The hospital is equipped with the latest diagnostic and surgical technologies for eye conditions.

Popular Treatments:
  • LASIK and other refractive surgeries
  • Corneal transplantation
  • Cataract surgery with premium lenses
  • Retinal surgery

Dr. Laura van der Heijden

Rheumatologist

Leiden University Medical Center

Leiden UMC is a leading academic medical center with a strong rheumatology department known for its research and treatment of autoimmune diseases.

Dr. van der Heijden specializes in biologic therapies for rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune conditions. The center offers comprehensive care including physical therapy and patient education programs.

Popular Treatments:
  • Biologic therapies for autoimmune diseases
  • Rheumatoid arthritis treatment
  • Psoriatic arthritis management
  • Lupus treatment

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Dr. Daniel van der Linden

Pulmonologist

Catharina Hospital, Eindhoven

Catharina Hospital is a top clinical hospital with a renowned pulmonary department specializing in complex respiratory conditions and thoracic oncology.

Dr. van der Linden focuses on lung cancer diagnosis and treatment, as well as severe COPD management. The hospital has advanced bronchoscopy and pulmonary function testing facilities.

Popular Treatments:
  • Lung cancer diagnosis and treatment
  • COPD management programs
  • Interventional bronchoscopy
  • Pulmonary rehabilitation

Dr. Sarah van der Veen

Endocrinologist

VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam

VU MC is known for its strong endocrinology department specializing in diabetes, thyroid disorders, and hormonal imbalances. The center combines clinical care with cutting-edge research.

Dr. van der Veen specializes in diabetes management and thyroid disorders. The hospital offers comprehensive endocrine testing and personalized treatment plans.

Popular Treatments:
  • Diabetes management programs
  • Thyroid disorder treatment
  • Pituitary gland disorders
  • Metabolic syndrome management

Dr. Michael van den Bosch

Urologist

St. Antonius Hospital, Utrecht/Nieuwegein

St. Antonius Hospital is a large top clinical hospital with an advanced urology department known for its robotic surgery program and prostate cancer treatments.

Dr. van den Bosch specializes in robotic prostatectomy and kidney stone treatments. The hospital has a dedicated stone center and advanced imaging for urological conditions.

Popular Treatments:
  • Robotic prostate surgery
  • Kidney stone treatment
  • Bladder cancer management
  • Male infertility treatments

Dr. Julia van der Wal

Dermatologist

HagaHospital, The Hague

HagaHospital is a large teaching hospital with a comprehensive dermatology department offering medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology services.

Dr. van der Wal specializes in skin cancer treatment and cosmetic dermatology. The department has advanced phototherapy and laser treatment facilities.

Popular Treatments:
  • Skin cancer screening and treatment
  • Psoriasis treatment
  • Laser therapies
  • Acne treatments

Dr. Robert van der Meer

Hepatobiliary Surgeon

University Medical Center Groningen

UMC Groningen has a renowned hepatobiliary surgery unit specializing in complex liver, pancreas and bile duct surgeries. It's one of the largest centers for liver surgery in the Netherlands.

Dr. van der Meer focuses on liver resection surgeries and pancreatic cancer operations. The center has a multidisciplinary team approach to hepatobiliary cancers.

Popular Treatments:
  • Liver resection surgery
  • Pancreatic cancer surgery
  • Living donor liver transplantation
  • Bile duct reconstruction

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Dr. Elisabeth van der Velden

Gynecologic Oncologist

The Netherlands Cancer Institute (NKI), Amsterdam

The gynecologic oncology department at NKI specializes in the treatment of ovarian, uterine, cervical and other gynecologic cancers using the most advanced surgical and medical approaches.

Dr. van der Velden is known for her expertise in radical pelvic surgeries and HIPEC (hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy) for ovarian cancer. The center participates in numerous international clinical trials.

Popular Treatments:
  • Radical cancer surgery
  • HIPEC for ovarian cancer
  • Fertility-sparing cancer treatments
  • Targeted therapies for gynecologic cancers

Dr. Alexander van der Kooij

Spine Surgeon

Isala Hospital, Zwolle

Isala's spine center is one of the largest in the Netherlands, specializing in both conservative and surgical treatment of spinal disorders. The center takes a multidisciplinary approach to spine care.

Dr. van der Kooij focuses on minimally invasive spine surgery and complex spinal reconstructions. The hospital has advanced imaging and navigation systems for precise spinal interventions.

Popular Treatments:
  • Minimally invasive spine surgery
  • Spinal deformity correction
  • Artificial disc replacement
  • Spinal fusion techniques

Dr. Maria van den Heuvel

Geriatrician

Amphia Hospital, Breda

Amphia Hospital has a comprehensive geriatrics department focusing on the complex healthcare needs of elderly patients. The department takes a holistic approach to aging-related conditions.

Dr. van den Heuvel specializes in dementia care and polypharmacy management in the elderly. The hospital has specialized memory clinics and falls prevention programs.

Popular Treatments:
  • Comprehensive geriatric assessment
  • Dementia diagnosis and management
  • Falls prevention programs
  • Frailty syndrome management

Dr. Paul van der Linden

Thoracic Surgeon

Maasstad Hospital, Rotterdam

Maasstad Hospital's thoracic surgery department specializes in lung cancer treatment and other chest conditions. The department is known for its high surgical volumes and excellent outcomes.

Dr. van der Linden performs advanced VATS (video-assisted thoracic surgery) and robotic lung surgeries. The hospital has a dedicated lung cancer screening program for high-risk patients.

Popular Treatments:
  • VATS lobectomy
  • Robotic thoracic surgery
  • Mesothelioma treatment
  • Mediastinal tumor surgery

Dr. Sophie van der Berg

ENT Surgeon

University Medical Center Utrecht

UMC Utrecht's ENT department offers comprehensive care for ear, nose and throat conditions with special expertise in head and neck oncology and skull base surgery.

Dr. van der Berg specializes in cochlear implantation and pediatric ENT surgery. The department has state-of-the-art audiology and voice laboratories.

Popular Treatments:
  • Cochlear implantation
  • Head and neck cancer surgery
  • Functional endoscopic sinus surgery
  • Pediatric airway reconstruction

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Dr. Thomas van der Veer

Vascular Surgeon

St. Elisabeth Hospital, Tilburg

St. Elisabeth Hospital has a leading vascular surgery department specializing in both open and endovascular treatments for arterial and venous diseases.

Dr. van der Veer is known for his expertise in complex aortic repairs and minimally invasive treatments for peripheral artery disease. The hospital has hybrid operating rooms for advanced vascular procedures.

Popular Treatments:
  • Endovascular aortic repair (EVAR)
  • Carotid artery surgery
  • Limb salvage procedures
  • Venous ablation therapies

Dr. Anna van der Laan

Psychiatrist

GGZ inGeest, Amsterdam

GGZ inGeest is one of the largest mental health institutions in the Netherlands, offering specialized psychiatric care across the spectrum of mental health conditions.

Dr. van der Laan specializes in mood disorders and treatment-resistant depression. The center offers innovative treatments including TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) and ketamine therapy.

Popular Treatments:
  • Treatment-resistant depression therapies
  • TMS therapy
  • Bipolar disorder management
  • Anxiety disorder treatments

Dr. Lucas van der Meer

Hematologist

Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam

Erasmus MC's hematology department is a national referral center for complex blood disorders and hematologic malignancies. The center combines clinical care with cutting-edge research.

Dr. van der Meer specializes in stem cell transplantation and CAR-T cell therapies. The hospital has a dedicated stem cell transplant unit and participates in international clinical trials.

Popular Treatments:
  • Stem cell transplantation
  • CAR-T cell therapy
  • Leukemia treatments
  • Hemophilia management

Dr. Emma van der Linden

Neonatologist

Wilhelmina Children's Hospital, UMC Utrecht

Wilhelmina Children's Hospital has one of the largest and most advanced neonatal intensive care units (NICU) in the Netherlands, specializing in the care of premature and critically ill newborns.

Dr. van der Linden focuses on extreme prematurity and neonatal neurological conditions. The NICU is equipped with the latest technologies for neonatal care including advanced respiratory support.

Popular Treatments:
  • Care for extreme prematurity
  • Neonatal cooling for HIE
  • Congenital anomaly management
  • Neonatal surgery

Dr. Peter van der Heijden

Colorectal Surgeon

Meander Medical Center, Amersfoort

Meander Medical Center has a specialized colorectal surgery department focusing on both benign and malignant conditions of the colon, rectum and anus. The department is known for its sphincter-preserving techniques.

Dr. van der Heijden specializes in robotic colorectal surgery and inflammatory bowel disease surgery. The hospital has a dedicated pelvic floor center for complex colorectal conditions.

Popular Treatments:
  • Robotic colorectal surgery
  • Rectal cancer treatment
  • IBD surgery
  • Pelvic floor reconstruction

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Dr. Lisa van der Berg

Allergist/Immunologist

University Medical Center Groningen

UMC Groningen's allergy and immunology department is a national referral center for complex allergic and immunological disorders. The department conducts extensive research into new treatment modalities.

Dr. van der Berg specializes in food allergies and primary immunodeficiency disorders. The hospital has specialized allergy testing facilities and runs immunotherapy programs.

Popular Treatments:
  • Food allergy diagnosis and management
  • Immunotherapy for allergies
  • Primary immunodeficiency treatment
  • Drug allergy evaluation

Dr. Maarten van der Linden

Maxillofacial Surgeon

Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen

Radboud UMC's oral and maxillofacial surgery department specializes in complex facial reconstruction, jaw surgery and treatment of head and neck pathologies. The department works closely with dentistry and oncology teams.

Dr. van der Linden focuses on orthognathic surgery and facial trauma reconstruction. The hospital has advanced 3D planning systems for complex facial surgeries.

Popular Treatments:
  • Orthognathic (jaw) surgery
  • Facial trauma reconstruction
  • Dental implant rehabilitation
  • Temporomandibular joint surgery

Dr. Victor van der Heijden

Interventional Radiologist

Maastricht University Medical Center+

Maastricht UMC+'s interventional radiology department performs minimally invasive image-guided procedures across multiple specialties. The department is known for its innovative approaches to complex cases.

Dr. van der Heijden specializes in tumor embolization and vascular malformation treatments. The hospital has state-of-the-art angiography suites and hybrid operating rooms.

Popular Treatments:
  • Tumor embolization
  • Uterine fibroid embolization
  • Vascular malformation treatment
  • Image-guided biopsies

Dr. Nina van der Veer

Rehabilitation Specialist

Reade Center for Rehabilitation and Rheumatology, Amsterdam

Reade Center is one of the largest rehabilitation centers in the Netherlands, specializing in physical rehabilitation, pain management and rheumatologic conditions. The center takes a multidisciplinary approach to rehabilitation.

Dr. van der Veer focuses on stroke rehabilitation and complex pain syndromes. The center has specialized rehabilitation programs and advanced therapy equipment.

Popular Treatments:
  • Stroke rehabilitation
  • Spinal cord injury rehab
  • Chronic pain management
  • Amputee rehabilitation

Dr. Stefan van der Wal

Bariatric Surgeon

Franciscus Gasthuis & Vlietland, Rotterdam

Franciscus Gasthuis has a comprehensive bariatric surgery program offering both surgical and non-surgical weight loss solutions. The program includes extensive pre- and post-operative care.

Dr. van der Wal specializes in minimally invasive bariatric procedures and revisional bariatric surgery. The hospital has a multidisciplinary obesity team including dieticians and psychologists.

Popular Treatments:
  • Gastric bypass surgery
  • Sleeve gastrectomy
  • Revisional bariatric surgery
  • Medical weight management