Hanneke Torij

Hanneke Torij is a Professor of Midwifery & Childbirth at the Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, where she focuses on improving perinatal outcomes through research and education. Her work emphasizes vulnerable populations and integrated care systems.

• Founded the Research & Information Centre at Midwifery Academy Rotterdam (2006)
• Project leader of Rotterdam Ready for a Child program (pregnancy phase)
• Collaborated with University of East London on early pregnancy care
• Lead Regional Consortium Pregnancy & Childbirth Southwest Netherlands (2013–present)

Her research explores vulnerable pregnancies, clinical midwifery developments, and urban healthcare challenges. Projects include:

• New in 010: Supporting vulnerable pregnant women via midwifery/social work student teams
• Academic Workplace for Midwifery & Perinatal Health
• Development of antenatal risk score cards
• Preventive cognitive therapy protocols for antidepressant management in pregnancy

Her work addresses critical gaps in perinatal care, particularly in Rotterdam's high-risk populations.