Sascha Verbruggen

Dr. Sascha Verbruggen is a Pediatrician-Intensivist at Sophia Children's Hospital, Erasmus MC, specializing in pediatric intensive care, nutrition, and metabolism. His work focuses on optimizing nutritional strategies for critically ill children, improving metabolic outcomes, and advancing research in pediatric intensive care medicine.

Dr. Verbruggen has contributed extensively to clinical nutrition research, particularly in the management of parenteral and enteral feeding in critically ill children. His studies explore the impact of macronutrient intake, lipid metabolism, and energy balance on recovery and long-term health outcomes. He has co-authored research on alterations in lipid profiles in critically ill children, providing insights into how metabolic changes affect patient prognosis.

His expertise extends to critical illness metabolism, where he investigates nutritional interventions for pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) patients. He has participated in randomized controlled trials assessing the effects of early versus late parenteral nutrition, contributing to evidence-based guidelines for pediatric critical care nutrition.

Beyond his research, Dr. Verbruggen is actively involved in medical education and mentorship, training healthcare professionals in pediatric intensive care and clinical nutrition. He collaborates with international experts to refine best practices in critical care nutrition, ensuring that children in intensive care receive optimal support for recovery.

He is affiliated with Erasmus University Rotterdam, where he contributes to neonatal and pediatric intensive care research. His work aligns with global health initiatives, supporting advancements in critical care medicine and pediatric nutrition.

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