Reinou S. Groen

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Dr. Reinou S. Groen is a leading voice in global surgery and health systems strengthening, with a particular focus on the intersection of surgical care and climate change. Her groundbreaking work, including the highly cited "The Development of a Surgical Care and Climate Change Matrix" (2020), has been pivotal in framing how climate-related disruptions—such as extreme weather and resource scarcity—directly threaten surgical delivery, especially in low- and middle-income countries. This matrix, developed during the COVID-19 pandemic, provides a critical framework for assessing vulnerabilities and building resilient surgical systems. Beyond this, Dr. Groen has made major contributions to understanding the global burden of surgical disease, advocating for equitable access to safe, timely, and affordable surgical care. Her research, which has garnered hundreds of citations, consistently bridges environmental health, public policy, and clinical practice. A dedicated educator and advocate, she has also shaped global health curricula and mentored a new generation of surgeons and researchers committed to sustainable, climate-conscious healthcare.