Nico Schoemaker

Dr. Nico Schoemaker is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, specializing in Internal Medicine of Companion Animals. A dual-certified specialist in Avian Medicine and Small Mammal Medicine, he treats birds, ferrets, and reptiles while contributing extensively to teaching and research.

Research Interests include:

• Adrenal tumor etiology in ferrets
• Feather damaging behavior in parrots
• Preventative care for exotic animals
• Emerging viral diseases in rabbits
• Development of species-specific medical devices

Notable Research Trends across 152 publications reveal focus on comparative endocrinology, exotic animal welfare, and translational medicine. His work bridges clinical practice with laboratory research, often involving collaborations with Docsinnovent (UK) and Wageningen University.

Awards:

• AAV Speaker(s) of the Year Award 2017

Media Engagement highlights his role as a public expert during rabbit VHD outbreaks (2015) and contributions to Science Weekend (2018). He has advised on animal welfare in national media since 2014.