Prof. Andre M. van Rij

Prof. Andre M. van Rij

Prof. Andre M. van Rij

Vascular Surgeon

Award of Excellence in Basic Science Research in Phlebology

André van Rij is Professor of Surgery at the Dunedin School of Medicine University of Otago where he directs the Vascular Research Unit. His research has focused in venous disease and the biology of varicose vein recurrence and venous thrombosis. His translational research bridges new basic research into the venous clinic. Prof van Rij is a vascular surgeon and President of the NZ Association of General Surgeons.