Willem Tideman

Dr. Willem Tideman is a Researcher in the Ophthalmology department at Erasmus MC. His work focuses on refractive errors, myopia progression, and biomedical imaging applications.

• Institution: Erasmus MC, Department of Ophthalmology
• Academic Role: Researcher

Research Interests: Tideman investigates the interplay between genetic and environmental factors (e.g., outdoor time, education) in myopia progression, utilizing advanced techniques like MRI for ocular biometry and Mendelian randomization for causal inference. His work addresses visual impairment in youth and gender-specific trends.

Publications highlight his expertise in medical imaging, genetic epidemiology, and clinical guidelines for myopia management. Collaborations span European and international institutions, including the International Myopia Institute.