Maridi Aerts

Maridi Aerts is an Unpaid Guest Professor at the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), specializing in Clinical Sciences. She holds roles as a Practice Assistant in the Vitality Research Group and Physician in Gastroenterology at Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel (UZB). Her research focuses on advanced endoscopic techniques, gastrointestinal oncology, and sustainable healthcare practices.

Education: PhD in Clinical Sciences (institution not specified).

Research Interests: Gastric outlet obstruction management, endoscopic stent design, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and multidisciplinary approaches to liver disorders. She prioritizes translational research to improve patient outcomes through innovative endoscopic interventions and sustainable medical practices.

Collaborations: Active in global trials like the DRA-MBO Trial and international conferences (e.g., Belgian Week of Gastroenterology). Her work spans gastroenterology, hepatology, and oncology, with a focus on palliative care and procedural efficacy.

Affiliations: VUB, UZB, and the Vitality Research Group. Engaged in teaching, clinical practice, and advocacy for eco-friendly endoscopic protocols.