Sara Baart

Dr. Sara Baart is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Epidemiology at Erasmus MC. Her research focuses on clinical epidemiology, with a strong emphasis on chronic disease management, surgical outcomes, and musculoskeletal disorders. She collaborates internationally on large-scale studies, including meta-analyses and randomized controlled trials.

Her work spans multiple domains, including kidney dysfunction, orthopedic trauma, hip osteoarthritis risk factors, abdominal surgery complications, and migraine-related cerebrovascular events. She leads projects involving interdisciplinary teams and global consortia, such as the World COACH consortium and the European Hernia Society.

Dr. Baart’s studies often address practical clinical questions, such as dietary interventions for kidney patients, alternative fracture management strategies, and preventive surgical techniques. Her recent publications highlight evidence-based approaches to improving patient outcomes through systematic reviews and large-scale data integration.

Her research has been widely shared on platforms like X and Mendeley, with notable attention for studies on scaphoid fractures and migraine-stroke associations. Collaborations span multiple countries and institutions, reflecting her commitment to global health research.