Prof. dr. Catherine Van Der Straeten will be on Emeritus from 1th July 2023.
Catherine Van Der Straeten is the former Head of Health, innovation and research institute (HIRUZ), a position she held since 2018 after a successful international career in musculoskeletal sciences and orthopaedics with focus on clinical trials and research & development. Catherine will continue her career as a consultant in research and innovation.
Dr. Philippe Van Rompaey will take over as Acting Head of the Health, innovation and research institute (HIRUZ).
His knowledge, expertise and know-how guarantee an optimal future and a successful framework for research and innovation at Ghent University Hospital.