Maayke van Sterkenburg

Maayke van Sterkenburg is a highly qualified and experienced medical professional specializing in trauma surgery. She currently holds the position of Chirurg/Traumachirurg (Surgeon/Trauma Surgeon) at Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep in Alkmaar, Netherlands, a role she has been in since January 2019.1

Education and Qualifications

Maayke van Sterkenburg has an impressive educational background:

• PhD in Medicine from the Universiteit van Amsterdam (2007-2012)1
• Master's degree in Medicine from Geneeskunde Academisch Medisch Centrum (1999-2007)1
• Gymnasium education at Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest (1993-1999)1

Professional Experience

Throughout her career, Dr. van Sterkenburg has held several significant positions:

• Chirurg/Traumachirurg/Brandwondenchirurg (Surgeon/Trauma Surgeon/Burn Surgeon) at Rode Kruis Ziekenhuis in Beverwijk since 20181
• Fellow Traumachirurg at Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep (January 2018 - December 2018)1
• Chirurg i.o. (Surgeon in training) at various institutions including Zaans Medisch Centrum and VUmc1
• Orthopedisch chirurg i.o. (Orthopedic surgeon in training) at Academic Medical Center (AMC)1
• AIOS Heelkunde (Resident in Surgery) at Rode Kruis Ziekenhuis1

Specialization and Expertise

As a traumachirurg, Dr. van Sterkenburg specializes in treating injuries caused by external factors or violence. This includes providing care for patients involved in traffic accidents, violent crimes, workplace accidents, or accidents in and around the home.2 Her work involves collaborating with various healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Additional Roles

In addition to her primary role, Maayke van Sterkenburg also serves as the deputy trainer (plv opleider) for Surgery at Rode Kruis Ziekenhuis1, demonstrating her commitment to education and mentorship in her field.