Professor Jozef Kesecioglu, the head of the Intensive Care (IC) department at UMC Utrecht, has been honored with a royal decoration for his significant contributions to national and international intensive care medicine. The ribbon was presented to him by Frits Westerkamp, the deputy mayor of Laren, during a two-day IC congress in Utrecht.
Throughout his career, Professor Kesecioglu has been a prominent figure in Dutch intensive care medicine. Margriet Schneider, the chairman of the board of UMC Utrecht, praised his exceptional achievements, stating that he has made significant contributions to various fields essential for science and society. She highlighted his groundbreaking research in mechanical ventilation, his leadership qualities, and his role in establishing an internationally acclaimed Intensive Care center at UMC Utrecht. Professor Kesecioglu has also represented the Netherlands in the field of intensive care on an international level.
One of the major accomplishments led by Professor Kesecioglu at UMC Utrecht was the construction of a state-of-the-art IC complex. This facility is widely recognized as a model example of a patient and family-friendly IC department, both nationally and internationally. Having joined UMC Utrecht in 2002 as an intensivist in IC II at the Anaesthesiology department, Professor Kesecioglu was succeeded by Professor Diederik van Dijk as the head of the IC medical department in 2020.
As a board member of the Dutch and European IC associations, Professor Kesecioglu has played a crucial role in the development of the young field of IC medicine. In recognition of his contributions, he has been twice awarded an honorary medal from the Dutch Association for Intensive Care and the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine (ESICM).
In 2018, Professor Kesecioglu became the president of ESICM. During his tenure, he was the first Dutch intensivist to witness the situation in the IC departments of Northern Italy. Thanks to his early warnings, the Dutch IC community was able to better prepare for the
How has Professor Kesecioglu’s leadership and research in mechanical ventilation advanced the field of intensive care medicine at UMC Utrecht
Professor Jozef Kesecioglu, the head of the Intensive Care (IC) department at UMC Utrecht, has received a prestigious royal decoration for his significant contributions to intensive care medicine on both national and international levels. The ribbon was presented to him by Frits Westerkamp, the deputy mayor of Laren, during a two-day IC congress in Utrecht.
Throughout his career, Professor Kesecioglu has played a vital role in Dutch intensive care medicine and has been recognized as a prominent figure in the field. Margriet Schneider, the chairman of the board of UMC Utrecht, commended his exceptional achievements, emphasizing his groundbreaking research in mechanical ventilation, his effective leadership, and his instrumental role in establishing a world-renowned Intensive Care center at UMC Utrecht. In addition, Professor Kesecioglu has represented the Netherlands in the field of intensive care medicine internationally.
One of Professor Kesecioglu’s notable accomplishments at UMC Utrecht was the construction of a state-of-the-art IC complex. This facility has gained recognition as a model example of a patient and family-friendly IC department, both within the country and on an international scale. Professor Kesecioglu initially joined UMC Utrecht in 2002 as an intensivist in IC II at the Anaesthesiology department. In 2020, he was succeeded by Professor Diederik van Dijk as the head of the IC medical department.
As a board member of the Dutch and European IC associations, Professor Kesecioglu has played a pivotal role in the development of the emerging field of intensive care medicine. His contributions have been acknowledged with honorary medals from the Dutch Association for Intensive Care and the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine (ESICM).
In 2018, Professor Kesecioglu took on the role of president of the ESICM, making him the first Dutch intensivist to witness the conditions in the IC departments of Northern Italy. His early warnings enabled the Dutch IC community to better prepare for and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. His tenure as president of the ESICM has been marked by his dedication to advancing intensive care medicine and advocating for the well-being of patients and medical professionals alike.
Congratulations to Professor Jozef Kesecioglu for receiving the well-deserved royal decoration for his exceptional contributions to the field of Intensive Care Medicine. It is refreshing to see an advocate like him pushing for the recognition of ICU as a medical specialty. The importance of this specialization cannot be overstated, as it plays a fundamental role in saving countless lives. Thank you for your dedication, Professor Kesecioglu!
Congratulations to Professor Jozef Kesecioglu for his well-deserved royal decoration! His tireless efforts in advocating for the recognition of ICU as a medical specialty have undoubtedly paved the way for advancements in intensive care medicine. His contributions have made a tremendous impact on patient care, and he serves as an inspiration to all in the field.