Ghent University Hospital

UZ Gent is dedicated to delivering exceptional and efficient clinical and referral hospital care, tailored to individual patient needs, aligning with the university's mission of education, research, and service. The vision at UZ Ghent encompasses providing a comprehensive range of medical expertise, with a focus on prioritizing quality and patient-friendly care across all hospital services. Embracing a pluralistic attitude, the institution underscores holistic care, respecting diverse beliefs, and safeguarding personal privacy, all while embodying principles of openness, professionalism, and integrity. Within the healthcare landscape, Gerodent addresses the specific needs of the elderly by operating a mobile dental practice, delivering preventive and curative oral care at residential care centers in East and West Flanders. Specializing in neurological diseases in children aged 0 to 16 years, the Neurology and Metabolic Diseases in Children department treats disorders of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. The Children's Urology department focuses on examining and treating disorders of the kidneys, ureter, bladder, urethra, and genitals in boys and girls, emphasizing congenital and childhood-developed conditions.

Dedicated to the oral health of children aged 0 to 16 years, the Pediatric Dentistry department ensures comprehensive care. The Neurology department offers quality care for patients with neurological disorders, emphasizing ongoing innovation through training and research. Utilizing radioactive materials, Nuclear Medicine detects and treats specific diseases through procedures like scintigraphy or (radio)isotope scans. Palliative care is provided to those who can no longer be healed, ensuring comfort and support, while in cases where conventional treatment for severe obesity is insufficient, the Obesity Surgery department assesses eligibility for weight loss surgery through extensive research. To support the optimal development of prematurely born children, the hospital places significant emphasis on early detection of developmental disorders in the Developmental Disorders in Prematurely Born Children department. Additionally, the Children's Nephrology department diagnoses and treats kidney and urinary tract disorders in children up to 18 years, focusing on quality care and scientific research.