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Ann Mertens is an Associate Professor at the KU Leuven, affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and the Department of Chronic Diseases and Metabolism. Her research focuses on endocrinology, obesity management, and metabolic surgery, with a particular emphasis on post-bariatric outcomes and lipid metabolism.
Research Interests: Mertens’ work bridges endocrinology, diabetes, and nutritional science, exploring pharmacotherapies for obesity, sarcopenia in aging populations, and lipid-lowering interventions. She contributes to clinical guidelines and translational studies.
Publication Trends: Her recent articles highlight bariatric surgery, lipodystrophy, and pharmacotherapy innovations. Key topics include weight management, protein intake, and RNA-based therapies for lipid disorders.
Teaching and Leadership: She leads courses in endocrinology-diabetes problem-solving and clinical communication, and serves on the Council of the Faculty of Medicine and Departmental Council at KU Leuven.
