Suzanne Jakobs

Suzanne Jakobs is a Researcher in the Department of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Erasmus University Medical Center, specializing in pediatric hip disorders and musculoskeletal development. Her work focuses on clinical and radiological aspects of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) across pediatric populations.

Her research interests center on hip dysplasia epidemiology, radiographic assessment methodologies, and evidence-based treatment protocols for pediatric orthopedic conditions. Key areas include acetabular morphology analysis, automated measurement systems, and comparative effectiveness of intervention strategies for infants and children with hip pathologies.

Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on systematic reviews of diagnostic criteria, development of open-access imaging tools, and randomized controlled trials for non-surgical interventions. Her work bridges clinical orthopedics with advanced radiological techniques, particularly in defining standardized metrics for hip dysplasia progression and treatment outcomes.

Collaborative research dominates her output, with frequent partnerships across Erasmus MC departments and international pediatric orthopedic networks. Current projects include the TRAM-Trial investigating active monitoring versus abduction devices for infant hip dysplasia management.