Dr. Isabelle Van Gelder

Professor

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Biography

I.C. van Gelder is a Professor of Cardiology at the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG), specializing in cardiac and cardiovascular systems with a keen focus on electrophysiology and arrhythmias. She has an extensive background as a cardiologist and is currently chairing the CardioVascular Education Institute in the Netherlands. Her involvement extends to various significant roles, including chairing the scientific programme committee for the EHRA congress from 2020 to 2022. Van Gelder is an influential member of multiple advisory boards, including the Norwegian Exercise Atrial Fibrillation Initiative (NEXAF) and task forces for ESC guidelines on atrial fibrillation and cardiovascular prevention. She has been a principal investigator in notable trials such as the RACE V consortium and the RACE 3 trial, contributing to advancements in atrial fibrillation research. Her editorial roles in leading medical journals like Europace and Heart underline her commitment to disseminating cardiovascular research. Active in numerous clinical trials, her work aims to improve patient outcomes through innovative research. Van Gelder is also involved in several steering committees and guidelines development processes, signifying her expertise and leadership within the cardiology community.

Research Interests

Experience

Chair

2020-01-01 — 2022-12-31

CardioVascular Education Institute • Netherlands

Oversaw educational initiatives focused on cardiovascular health.

Professor of Cardiology

2010-01-01 — Present

University Medical Center Groningen • Groningen, Netherlands

Specialized in cardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmias.

Requirements for UMC Utrecht

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Recognized Master's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field Secured PhD position/funding and a supervisory team at UMC Utrecht Training and Supervision Agreement (TSA)
Application Checklist
  • Copy of most relevant diploma
  • Valid proof of identity (Passport check)
  • Training and Supervision Agreement (TSA)
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Working title of the dissertation
Specialization Notes

PhD candidates at UMC Utrecht are generally considered employees. Admission requires first securing a position with a professor (promotor) within the Graduate School of Life Sciences.