About
Dr. Ruurd Jorritsma is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, specializing in Population Health Sciences with a focus on Metabolic Diseases in Dairy Cows and Calf Health. He coordinates educational components in the Veterinary Medicine program and organizes lateral entry pathways for master's students.
- Education: PhD in Veterinary Medicine (2003) from Utrecht University
- Research Themes: Antimicrobial Resistance, Bovine Herd Health, Pathways to Sustainability
His research integrates precision livestock farming with metabolic disease prevention, particularly exploring subclinical ketosis, digital dermatitis, and colostrum management. Recent work includes antimicrobial alternatives and Bayesian predictive modeling for herd health.
Key publications address:
- Wound healing in disbudded calves
- Ketosis economics and diagnostics
- Reproductive tract scoring in beef heifers
- Colostrum immunity transfer practices
Professional roles include:
- Board member, Gustav Rosenberger Memorial Fund
- Member, Veterinary Medicines Authorisation Committee
- Consultant for Dutch Ministry of Agriculture on animal diseases
He leads clinical teaching in endocrinology and epidemiology, while developing continuing education programs for cattle veterinarians on dry cow management and viral disease control.
