Suzanne Polinder

Suzanne Polinder is an Associate Professor in the Department of Public Health at Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam. Her work bridges epidemiology, health economics, and injury prevention, with a strong focus on traumatic brain injury and long-term health outcomes.

Her research interests center on the societal and economic impact of injuries, particularly traumatic brain injury, falls in the elderly, and maternal health complications. She investigates health care utilization, quality of life, and cost-benefit analyses of preventive interventions. Her work integrates population-level data with clinical outcomes to inform public health policy.

The recent publications reflect a consistent focus on injury epidemiology, economic evaluation, and psychosocial consequences of trauma. Her studies often employ cohort designs, mixed-methods approaches, and large collaborative networks such as CENTER-TBI. Key themes include cost-effectiveness, long-term symptom trajectories, and health system efficiency.

Suzanne Polinder has contributed to over 400 research outputs, including articles, reviews, and doctoral theses. She has supervised at least 15 research projects, indicating a strong commitment to academic training and mentorship. Her collaborative network spans multiple countries and disciplines, contributing to impactful public health research.

She is actively involved in research teams focusing on trauma outcomes and public health innovation. Her work is embedded in large-scale observational studies and translational research initiatives aimed at improving injury prevention and post-injury care pathways.