Fieke Hoeijmakers
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Fieke Hoeijmakers is a thoracic surgeon and clinical researcher whose work focuses on improving surgical outcomes for lung cancer patients, with a particular emphasis on the prevention and management of postoperative complications. Her key research areas include the optimization of surgical techniques, the reduction of morbidity after pulmonary resection, and the standardization of care pathways. Hoeijmakers’ major contribution is her seminal 2021 study on persistent air leak (PAL)—the most common complication after lung cancer surgery—which systematically analyzed variation in incidence, prevention, and treatment across centers. This work, which has garnered over 30 citations, revealed significant inconsistencies in clinical practice and highlighted the need for evidence-based guidelines to reduce prolonged hospital stays and associated risks. By identifying gaps in current approaches, her research has directly informed efforts to standardize perioperative care and improve patient recovery. Hoeijmakers’ findings are widely referenced by thoracic surgeons and have shaped discussions on best practices for PAL management, underscoring her impact on advancing safer, more effective lung cancer surgery.
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