Circle of innovation The responsibility of Maastricht UMC+ spans the entire spectrum of the circle of innovation. We are at the cradle of new discoveries. This is our basis for the application of new knowledge and for the development of treatments, interventions and guidelines that contribute to healthy living. Within the circles of innovation, Maastricht UMC+ creates value that - in addition to direct economic effects including employment and cost-effective treatments - leads to a healthier population. Respiratory disease profile: ‘Bronchopulmonary dysplasia’ Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) belongs to the Respiratory disease profile. Over a million Dutch people are suffering from pulmonary diseases and the care needs of this group are increasing. We are building a broad, integrated network for care and research with a special focus on patients with COPD, asthma and BPD. This profile does not only include research into improved diagnostics and treatment, but also into prevention and the identification of risk groups. This helps us to identify and monitor patients at an early stage. Based on the unique characteristics of each patient, we develop targeted therapies ( personalized medicine). Partly through strategic collaboration, we make innovations happen. With all our hearts, we are dedicated to provide the best possible care and to improve health by integrating patient care, research and education. The plus sign in our name indicates that we distinguish ourselves from other Maastricht UMC+ Portfolio We distinguish ourselves in four profile areas: + Cardiovascular disease + Respiratory disease + Oncology + Brain and neurological disease These profiles cover the total continuum of care and research: from prevention to aftercare, from research to application in healthcare. To strengthen and accelerate the development of the profiles, we have defined three innovation themes: + Metabolism and nutrition + Healthcare innovation + Operational excellence Also, we have three specialties with a strong focus on patient care: + Movement + Ophthalmology + Heredity, reproduction and early development university medical centres for the attention we give to the patients’ environment, lifestyle and predisposition, and therefore to prevention. Maastricht UMC+ Healthy living
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