Esther Siegers

Dr. Esther Siegers is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, specializing in Equine Internal Medicine and Neonatology. With a PhD in Sports Physiology and Thermoregulation in Horses (2024), she combines clinical practice with research on equine health and performance optimization.

• EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Equine Internal Medicine (2019–present)
• Previously: Resident (2014–2019), Clinical Lecturer (2013–2014), Intern (2012–2013)

Research Focus:

• Equine Sports Physiology and Thermoregulation
• Stable Climate Impact on Respiratory Health
• Fat Accumulation in Shetland Ponies
• Clinical Biomarker Development for Foals

Publication Trends show expertise in performance optimization, asthma management, and neonatal care. Her 15 most recent articles include studies on heat acclimation protocols, training program adaptations, gastric ulcer complications, and SAA biomarkers for foal outcomes.

Scientific Contributions:

• PhD Thesis (2024): Performance and welfare optimization in equine athletes
• Developed survival prognosticator models for neonatal foals
• Innovative dust reduction techniques for equine asthma

Teaching Roles include Clinical Lecturer at Utrecht’s Equine Clinic and contributions to Veterinary Medicine bachelor/master programs, specifically in Internal Diseases of Horses courses.