Maarten Leening

Dr. Maarten Leening, MD MSc PhD, is a researcher at Erasmus MC, with affiliations in the departments of Cardiology, Epidemiology, and Radiology & Nuclear Medicine. His work bridges clinical cardiology and population health, focusing on improving cardiovascular risk prediction and prevention strategies.

His research interests center on cardiovascular disease epidemiology, particularly atherosclerotic heart disease, coronary and aortic valve calcification, and the use of biomarkers like lipoprotein(a) and NT-proBNP for risk stratification. He is deeply involved in refining primary prevention guidelines using imaging and biochemical markers.

The most recent articles highlight a strong trend in cardiovascular risk refinement, combining imaging (e.g., coronary artery calcium scoring) with biomarkers to guide statin use and improve preventive care. His work also extends to methodological issues in clinical research and the health of vulnerable populations, such as older adults with intellectual disabilities.

Dr. Leening has contributed to high-impact journals including Circulation, JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging, and the European Journal of Epidemiology. He has supervised at least one doctoral thesis, indicating active mentorship. His research network shows collaborations across epidemiology, radiology, and cardiology, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach. No scientific awards are listed in the provided text.

He is part of the Erasmus MC research community, contributing to large-scale population studies and clinical guideline development, with ongoing work in risk prediction models and trial methodology.