Carla Vlooswijk

Carla Vlooswijk is a Researcher at Erasmus MC in the Department of Medical Oncology, specializing in adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer care. Her work focuses on the unique challenges faced by younger cancer patients, with particular emphasis on quality of life, fertility preservation, and psychosocial support throughout the cancer journey.

Dr. Vlooswijk's research interests span multiple critical areas in AYA oncology including fertility preservation, quality of life assessment, telehealth applications, and cancer prognosis for younger patients. Her work addresses the distinctive medical, psychological, and social needs of adolescents and young adults navigating cancer diagnosis and treatment, recognizing that this population faces different challenges than both pediatric and older adult cancer patients.

Analysis of Dr. Vlooswijk's recent publications reveals a strong focus on patient-centered outcomes in AYA oncology, with particular attention to the long-term impacts of cancer treatment. Her research consistently examines quality of life metrics, fertility concerns, and psychosocial wellbeing across the cancer continuum. She has contributed significantly to understanding how digital health tools can better serve young cancer patients and how to address the unique caregiver burden experienced by families supporting AYA patients with uncertain prognoses.

Dr. Vlooswijk actively collaborates with an international network of researchers through projects like the STRONG-AYA initiative, working to establish standardized outcome measures and improve care frameworks for adolescent and young adult cancer patients globally. Her research appears in leading oncology and quality of life journals, demonstrating the growing recognition of AYA-specific cancer care needs within the medical community.