Barbara de Koning

Dr. Barbara de Koning is a researcher in the Department of Pediatrics at Erasmus MC, Faculty of Medicine. Her work focuses on pediatric gastrointestinal disorders, particularly intestinal failure and nutritional interventions in children.

Her research interests include Intestinal Failure, Parenteral Nutrition, Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders, and Pediatric Hepatology. She actively contributes to clinical guidelines and is involved with international societies such as ESPGHAN and ERNICA.

The most recent articles reveal a strong trend in clinical and multicenter studies on home parenteral nutrition, anticoagulation in pediatric catheters, and management of intestinal pseudo-obstruction, reflecting a focus on improving long-term outcomes in children with chronic intestinal conditions.

Scientific Engagement:

• Active contributor to ESPGHAN Nutrition Committee
• Collaborates with European Reference Network (ERNICA)
• Co-author of international multicenter prospective studies

Dr. de Koning has supervised research output including a doctoral thesis and multiple peer-reviewed publications. While formal students are not listed, her role in mentoring junior researchers is evident through co-authorship and leadership in clinical studies. She has been involved in research grants supporting multicenter collaborations, though specific funding details are not provided.

She is part of a larger research network in pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition at Erasmus MC, contributing to a collaborative team focused on advancing care for children with complex intestinal disorders.