Gijs van Couwelaar

Gijs van Couwelaar is an allround Plastic Surgeon with specific focus areas in Hand and Wrist Surgery as well as Dermato Oncological (reconstructive) Surgery.

Passionate about entrepreneurship, Gijs is deeply interested in the latest developments and innovations in healthcare, particularly in 1.5-line care.

He holds a diverse educational background including studies in radiological protection, breast surgery, microsurgery, hospital management, and plastic surgery at reputable institutions such as Leiden University, Utrecht University, and Erasmus University Rotterdam.

Gijs van Couwelaar has been involved with various organizations in different capacities where he has served as a Hand Surgeon at Xpert Clinic, former Plastic Surgeon at ZGT/PCOost, CEO at Stichting Phizi, Chef de Clinique Plastische chirurgie at ZGT, and in other medical roles at renowned healthcare facilities.

With a wealth of experience and a strong foundation in medical education, Gijs van Couwelaar continues to contribute significantly to the field of plastic surgery and healthcare innovation.