Pascal de Jong

Pascal de Jong is a Researcher at Erasmus MC in the Rheumatology department. His work focuses on Inflammatory Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs, with a strong emphasis on clinical outcomes and patient-reported measures.

• Key research themes: Autoimmune and inflammatory arthritis, reproductive health impacts, drug efficacy, and digital health interventions

His recent publications span clinical trials, longitudinal studies, and mechanistic analyses of arthritis pathogenesis. Notably, he investigates glucocorticoid bridging strategies and the sustainability of drug-free remission in psoriatic arthritis. His work also explores lifestyle interventions and the interplay between genetic/environmental risk factors like smoking and autoantibody profiles.

Collaborations: He works with teams across Europe, focusing on rheumatic diseases and musculoskeletal health. His research has been cited in peer-reviewed journals and referenced in news and social media platforms.