Wendy Oldenmenger

Wendy Oldenmenger is an Assistant Professor of Pain and Palliative Care at the Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, Erasmus MC, in the Netherlands, where she also coordinates (hemato-)oncology nursing research. She holds a dual role as a senior lecturer at the University of Applied Sciences Rotterdam, contributing to nursing education and professional development.

Her research is centered on improving person-oriented care for cancer patients and their families, with a focus on symptom management, palliative care, and evidence-based nursing interventions. She is particularly active in studies related to patient-reported outcomes, quality of life, and the challenges faced by both patients and nurses in oncology settings.

Recent publications highlight her leadership in international research on renal cell carcinoma care, opioid-induced constipation, and moral distress among hospital nurses. Her work spans clinical observation, educational development, and policy-relevant commentary, reflecting a multidimensional engagement with oncology nursing.

Wendy Oldenmenger is an active member of the cancer nursing society and contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in advancing health and well-being. Her research has been disseminated through high-impact journals such as The Lancet Oncology and Supportive Care in Cancer.

She mentors future nurses through her teaching role and collaborates widely across Europe, promoting evidence-based practice and professional resilience in oncology nursing. Though no formal students are listed, her leadership in research coordination suggests an advisory role in training junior researchers and clinicians.

She is involved in initiatives such as the RCC4Nurses project and the EONS PROMs project, which aim to improve nursing training and patient care standards internationally. These efforts reflect her commitment to building sustainable, compassionate, and effective cancer care systems.