Frank Dor

Dr. Frank Dor is a researcher in the Department of Surgery at Erasmus MC, Faculty of Medicine. He is actively engaged in transplant surgery research, particularly in kidney transplantation and living donor programs. His work spans surgical outcomes, ethical considerations in organ donation, and long-term quality of life for donors.

Research Interests: His research focuses on improving outcomes in kidney transplantation, including graft survival, surgical complications like incisional hernias, and the use of surgical drains in high-BMI patients. He also investigates ethical dimensions such as organ donation after assisted dying and the psychosocial impact on living donors.

The recent publications indicate a strong trend toward clinical and policy-relevant research, with a focus on national kidney exchange programs, systematic evaluation of surgical practices, and patient-centered outcomes. His work often involves multicenter collaborations and advanced statistical methods like propensity score matching.

Supervision: He has supervised at least 5 junior researchers or students, as indicated by the 'Supervised Work' section. While specific grant funding is not mentioned, his extensive publication record in high-impact journals suggests active research support.

Laboratory and Network: His research network includes collaborations with institutions such as Imperial College, and his work is frequently cited in national and international transplant discussions. He is involved in both clinical trials and retrospective analyses, contributing to evidence-based practice in transplant surgery.