Research projects

Our research department is equipped to support cutting-edge investigative work.

  • Laboratory infrastructure
    • Local laboratory of Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg for standard-of-care analyses
    • Research laboratory for processing bloodsamples for central labs
      • Cooled centrifuge
    • Storage for samples in a temperature controlled manner
      • Refrigerator
      • -20°C freezer
      • -80°C freezer
  • Pharmacy
    • Storage for investigational medication
      • Refrigerator
      • -20°C freezer
      • -80°C freezer
    • Preparation of investigational medication
  • Storage for archiving
  • Room for monitoring visites with access to internet and the electronic medical records (single user, pasword protected, only access to dedicated trial patients)

Our research department is at the forefront of innovation, dedicated to exploring new frontiers in intensive care, anesthesiology, emergency medicine and pain management. Contact

Research projects

At CURE, our commitment to the highest quality of care extends beyond patient care. Our research department is at the forefront of innovation, dedicated to exploring new frontiers in intensive care, anesthesiology, emergency medicine and pain management. By focussing on both investigator-initiated trials and pharma-sponsored clinical trials, we are advancing our understanding of disease mechanisms, testing new therapies, and optimizing clinical practices to those in need.

Led by a team of highly motivated clinicians and research coordinators, our research department is distinguished by its multidisciplinary approach and collaborative ethos. Our work has been published in leading medical journals and presented at international conferences.

Adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards is paramount in all our research endeavors. Our commitment to GCP ensures that every aspect of our research, from study design to data collection and analysis, adheres to ethical principles and regulatory requirements. Through rigorous protocols, meticulous documentation, and comprehensive training for our research team, we prioritize patient safety, data integrity, and the advancement of medical knowledge. By upholding GCP standards, we ensure that our research delivers reliable, reproducible results that contribute to improved patient care and outcomes.

Trials on Fluid Therapy
by Dr. Tom Fivez, PhD
Trials on Acute Kidney Injury after cardio-vascular surgery
by Prof. Dr. Steven Thiessen, PhD Dr. Tom Fivez, PhD
Trials on Septic Shock
by Dr. Tom Fivez, PhD
Trials on the need of Urgent Reversal of anti-coagulation therapy
by Dr. Sam Van Boxstael, PhD
Trials on Locoregional Anesthesia and Analgesia
by Dr. Imré Van Herreweghe
Trials on the development of Vaccins
by Prof. Dr. Dieter Mesotten, PhD
Trials on Stroke, Intracranial Hemorrhage, Traumatic Brain Injury
by Dr. Hendrik Stragier
Trials on Chronic Pain
by Dr. Thibaut Vanneste Dr. Koen Van Boxem, PhD
Trials on Nutrition in ICU
by Prof. Dr. Dieter Mesotten, PhD
Trials on Genetics in Critical care
by Dr. Willem Boer, PhD
Trials on Enhanced Post-Operative Recovery
by Prof. Dr. Steven Thiessen, PhD

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Meet our research team

We're delighted to introduce you to our medical experts, the driving forces behind CURE. Discover the faces behind the innovations and the passion fueling our dedicated team.

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Prof. Dr. Steven Thiessen, PhD
Prof. Dr. Steven Thiessen, PhD
Head of Research
Prof. Dr. Jan Van Zundert, PhD
Prof. Dr. Jan Van Zundert, PhD
Head of Pain Therapy
Dr. Tom Fivez, PhD
Dr. Tom Fivez, PhD
Head of Intensive Care Medicine
Prof. Dr. Pascal Vanelderen, PhD
Prof. Dr. Pascal Vanelderen, PhD
Head of Emergency Medicine
Prof. Dr. Dieter Mesotten, PhD
Prof. Dr. Dieter Mesotten, PhD
Head of Anesthesiology
Dr. Imré Van Herreweghe
Dr. Imré Van Herreweghe
Prof. Dr. Admir Hadzic, PhD
Prof. Dr. Admir Hadzic, PhD
Dr. Catherine Vandepitte, PhD
Dr. Catherine Vandepitte, PhD
Dr. Joris Vundelinckx
Dr. Joris Vundelinckx
Dr. Koen Van Boxem, PhD
Dr. Koen Van Boxem, PhD
Dr. Thibaut Vanneste
Dr. Thibaut Vanneste
Dr. Hendrik Stragier
Dr. Hendrik Stragier
Dr. Willem Boer, PhD
Dr. Willem Boer, PhD
Dr. Sam Van Boxstael, PhD
Dr. Sam Van Boxstael, PhD
Ingrid Meex, PhD
Ingrid Meex, PhD
Study Coordinator
Elly Vandermeulen, PhD
Elly Vandermeulen, PhD
Study Coordinator
Chelsey Coenen
Chelsey Coenen
Study Coordinator
Lore Bussé
Lore Bussé
Study Coordinator
Dr. Sven Van Poucke, PhD
Dr. Sven Van Poucke, PhD
Dr. Xavier Willaert
Dr. Xavier Willaert
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