Kees Ahaus

Prof. Dr. Ir. Kees Ahaus is a Full Professor at the Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management, specializing in Health Services Management & Organisation. He leads research on value-based healthcare, patient safety, and integrated care models. His work focuses on transforming healthcare systems through innovative payment models, process optimization, and stakeholder collaboration.

• Affiliations: Chair of the Knowledge Platform 'Right Care and Support in the Right Place', ICAI Stroke Lab collaborator
• Research Interests: Healthcare policy, quality improvement, crisis management in healthcare, and patient-centered care.

Recent projects include developing knowledge agendas for future healthcare landscapes (2050+), analyzing pandemic response strategies, and evaluating cost-effectiveness of fertility care pathways. His research bridges academic insights with practical implementation in hospitals and regional networks.

• Notable Activity: Presented the 'Right Care and Support in the Right Place 2.0' agenda to the Ministry of Health in 2022.

Advising over 17 PhD candidates on topics ranging from dementia care to surgical resource allocation. Active in grants securing funding for initiatives like the ZonMw Safety II Programme and regional oncology networks.