Arianne Dessens

Dr. Arianne Dessens serves as a Researcher at Erasmus University Medical Center within the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry / Psychology. Her clinical and research activities focus on pediatric endocrine disorders with special emphasis on developmental and psychological aspects of congenital conditions.

Her primary research interests span Disorders of Sex Development, Turner Syndrome, and Genetic Counseling methodologies. She investigates the intersection of endocrine health with quality of life metrics, particularly examining fatigue patterns in Turner Syndrome patients and developing clinical management protocols for newborns with atypical genitalia. Her work integrates genetic screening with psychological support frameworks to optimize patient outcomes.

Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on clinical guideline development and cohort studies addressing endocrine disorders in pediatric populations. Her research consistently bridges medical, psychological, and ethical dimensions of care, with particular attention to transition protocols from pediatric to adult healthcare systems. The publications demonstrate methodological rigor through systematic reviews, cohort analyses, and multi-center collaborations.

Dr. Dessens actively participates in supervised research work as indicated by her institutional profile, contributing to the academic training environment at Erasmus MC. Her collaborative network extends across European institutions through Endo-ERN clinical practice initiatives.