George Groeneweg

George Groeneweg is a Researcher at Erasmus MC in the Department of Anesthesiology, where he focuses on interventional pain management and clinical research. His work spans a range of pain conditions including Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, radicular pain, and cancer-related pain, with a strong emphasis on neuromodulation and minimally invasive procedures.

His research interests center on evaluating the efficacy and long-term outcomes of interventions such as spinal cord stimulation, percutaneous discectomy, cervical cordotomy, and radiofrequency denervation. He utilizes methodologies including retrospective cohort studies, prospective case series, and randomized clinical trials to assess clinical and cost-effectiveness.

The trends in his publications indicate a consistent focus on translational pain research, particularly in quantifying sensory changes, improving patient outcomes, and contributing to evidence-based guidelines in pain medicine. His collaborative work, especially with F. J. P. M. Huygen, underscores his integration within a leading pain research group.

• Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
• Spinal Cord Stimulation
• Percutaneous Discectomy
• Radiofrequency Denervation
• Cancer Pain Management
• Quantitative Sensory Testing

George Groeneweg has been involved in significant research projects such as the MINT randomized clinical trials, contributing to high-impact publications in journals like Value in Health, Neuromodulation, and Pain Practice. While there is no explicit mention of grants or advising roles, his co-authorship on a doctoral thesis suggests involvement in academic supervision. He does not appear to lead a standalone lab but is an integral member of a collaborative clinical research team at Erasmus MC.