Bertil Blok

Prof. Bertil Blok is a Full Professor in Urology at Erasmus MC, specializing in clinical and translational research addressing urinary tract disorders. His work focuses on neurogenic urinary symptoms, catheter-associated infections, and sustainable healthcare practices. He has contributed to international clinical guidelines and pioneered studies on reducing antibiotic resistance through innovative catheter care protocols.

• Primary affiliation: Department of Urology, Erasmus MC

Research interests include:
- Catheter-related infections and antibiotic stewardship
- Neurogenic bladder dysfunction management
- Sustainable urological practices
- Systematic reviews in urology

Recent studies highlight regional variations in catheter use across the Netherlands and ecological approaches to medical device utilization. His work is frequently published in open-access journals like European Journal of Neurology and Tijdschrift voor Urologie.

Advising and grants: Supervised 5 academic works with a focus on clinical urology and healthcare innovation.