Freek Beekman

Freek Beekman is a Researcher in the Department of Radiology & Nuclear Medicine at Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, specializing in nuclear imaging applications for cardiovascular disease research with emphasis on atherosclerosis pathophysiology.

His research focuses on Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging, particularly SPECT/CT methodologies for visualizing inflammatory processes and calcification in Carotid Atherosclerosis. He investigates biomarkers of plaque vulnerability through advanced imaging of leukocyte activity and calcified deposits to predict rupture risk.

Analysis of his publication trends reveals consistent development of dual-isotope SPECT techniques for simultaneous assessment of inflammatory cellular components and structural plaque characteristics. This work bridges nuclear cardiology and vascular biology to enhance non-invasive risk stratification for stroke and myocardial infarction.