Guy Van Vliet

Prof. Guy Van Vliet is a Full Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Montreal and Chief of the Endocrinology Service at CHU Sainte-Justine. He completed medical school at the Free University of Brussels (1976), followed by pediatric residency and a fellowship at UCSF (1980-1983). His research focuses on molecular mechanisms of congenital hypothyroidism, neonatal screening, and pediatric endocrine disorders, with over 220 publications. He has pioneered studies on thyroid disorders in children and contributed to international guidelines for congenital hypothyroidism management.

Education: Medical Doctorate (Free University of Brussels, 1976), Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship (UCSF, 1980-1983).

Research Interests: Molecular pathophysiology of congenital hypothyroidism, genetic basis of endocrine disorders in children, neonatal screening efficacy, and long-term outcomes of thyroid hormone replacement. He emphasizes translational research connecting molecular findings to clinical care, particularly in pediatric endocrinology.

Key Articles: Focus on improving screening protocols, understanding genetic mechanisms in thyroid disorders, and optimizing treatment strategies for congenital hypothyroidism. Recent work critiques overdiagnosis risks in premature infants and explores redefining diagnostic criteria based on molecular insights.

Awards: Not explicitly listed in provided texts.

Advising/Grants: Advised numerous students and led collaborative projects on endocrine disorders. Active in clinical trials and guideline development for congenital hypothyroidism.

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Azrieli Research Center at CHU Sainte-Justine, focusing on pediatric endocrine research and translational medicine.