Conference committee
Who are we?
In 2017, the idea was born to organize an innovative conference, joining together all specialties involved in the general care of the critically ill patient. Annemarie van der Velden, Emergency physician and initiator, has looked for like-minded colleagues from anesthesia, intensive care and acute medicine. Together they formed a team that is focused on exchanging experiences and promoting cooperation. The 2019 edition was very successful at bringing specialties together and stimulating exchange of knowledge and excellence (check out this link for the 2019 aftermovie and video’s).
After 2019, we have worked hard on a new team. To ensure we keep in touch with new ideas, we have welcomed new colleagues in our committee. ResusNL 2022 – Breathe.
In 2024 we have organized the 3rd multidisciplinary resuscitation conference SHOCKED.
In 2026 we are organizing the 4th multidisciplinary resuscitation conference EXTREMES.
We would like to welcome you to Amersfoort and share ideas, skills and ambitions on resuscitation!
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Getting the basics right
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Multidisciplinary teamwork
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Exchanging knowledge & skills
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Short & inspirational speeches
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Innovative ideas
Louise van Galen
During my still young career my passion has always been the bedside care of the acutely ill patient. In medicine we often focus on the numbers and the disease, and we forget the patient. Safe healthcare consists of personalized attention to patient and disease. Communication and addressing wellbeing is of key importance. Acute care is often the first point of care and therefore a broad and accurate scope is needed. Physicians in the front line are the ones suited to fulfill this difficult task and therefore I am honored to host RESUS 2025 for the second time and to make a program that focuses on them and with this improves their patient’s journey. I hope to see you all to learn from each other in an inspiring environment.
Pim de Ruijter
Niki Ottenhof
I find a lot of joy in my work as an anesthesiologist. However, when I get involved with critically injured patient and I am able to make a difference, that’s where my heart lies. When minutes are sparse and it is crucial to make the right choices, when a well balanced team performes fluidly by communicating in the most efficient way, when the life of the patient is literally on the line, that is when I feel the most in touch with my craft. In order to optimise critical care, it is absolutely necessary to work together. To understand what each person brings to the table. ResusNL brings specialist from different sides of the critical care spectrum together and enhances collaborations. Therefore, I am honored to be part of the ResusNL team and I trust that we will build a informative and exiting program.
Larissa van Essen
My name is Larissa van Essen-Karssies, and I’m an internist specializing in acute medicine at the Martini Hospital in Groningen. What I love most about acute care is its dynamic nature—bringing together rapid decision-making, a wide variety of patients and conditions, and the importance of teamwork.
I place great value on diversity, not only in patient populations and medical conditions but also in perspectives and expertise. This belief aligns perfectly with the theme of this congress, which brings together professionals from different fields to exchange ideas and broaden our understanding of acute care.
As an acute internist, I see it as my role to connect the dots in critical situations, working closely with other specialties to ensure patients receive the best possible care. The variety and unpredictability of acute medicine inspire me to keep learning and growing.
This year, I’m proud to co-organize this congress for the first time. I’m excited to gain fresh insights, embrace new perspectives, and strengthen the connections that are so essential to excellent acute care.
Dorien Kiers
Working in critical care has taught me the importance of understanding different perspectives in acute care. Each specialty brings expertise to complex patient care situations, and effective collaboration makes a real difference in patient outcomes. This is why I’m looking forward to ResusNL – it offers an opportunity to connect with colleagues across specialties and learn from their experiences. By strengthening these professional connections and sharing knowledge and skills, we can enhance our collaborative approach to acute care.
Niels van der Naald
Born and raised in Amsterdam, I worked as a Tropical Medicine Doctor in Malawi and Zambia. Now, I’m happy to be back in my own city for a fellowship at OLVG. I’ve always thrived under stress. Busy clinics, with sometimes very sick patients in rural Zambia, aren’t all that different from a hectic day in the emergency department of our capital city. Both can be extremely rewarding, and you learn to titrate your own adrenaline. My fellowship focuses on critical care and teamwork—making it the perfect match for helping organize this congress.