# Departments

**Source**: https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/about-um/faculties/health-medicine-and-life-sciences/research/research-departments
**Parent**: https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/

Anatomy & Embryology

The Department of Anatomy & Embryology provides education in anatomy, embryology and histology and conducts research on the structure and development of the human body, often in collaboration with clinical departments.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/anatomy-embryology-ae "Anatomy & Embryology (A&E)")
- [Contact](mailto:secr-anatomie@maastrichtuniversity.nl )

Anesthesiology

The Department of Anesthesiology focuses on anesthesia, pain management, and perioperative care. The department combines patient care with scientific research and education for students and healthcare professionals.

- [Read more](https://anesthesiologie.mumc.nl/ )

Biomedical Engineering

The Department of Biomedical Engineering develops and studies innovative technologies for medical diagnosis, treatment, and patient monitoring.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/biomedical-engineering "BioMedical Engineering")

Cardiology

The Department of Cardiology focuses on research into cardiovascular diseases and aims to improve their diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/cardiology "Cardiology")

Clinical Pharmacy

The Department of Clinical Pharmacy at MUMC+ focuses on the safe and effective use of medicines. The department supports patient care, conducts pharmaceutical research, and contributes to education and innovation in pharmacotherapy.

- [Read more](https://apotheek.mumc.nl/en)

Dermatology

The Department of Dermatology focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases and conducts research into new therapies and treatment methods.

- [Read more](https://dermatologie.mumc.nl/ )

Educational Development & Research

The Department of Educational Development & Research focuses on research and innovation in medical and health professions education and supports the development of educational programmes.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/educational-development-research "Educational Development & Research")
- [Contact](mailto:secretariaat-educ@maastrichtuniversity.nl)

Epidemiology

The Department of Epidemiology studies the causes, distribution, and prevention of diseases in populations in order to improve public health.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/epidemiology "Epidemiology")
- [Contact](https://secretariaat-epid@maastrichtuniversity.nl )

Family Medicine

The Department of Family Medicine focuses on research, education, and innovation in primary care and the role of general practitioners within the healthcare system.

- [Read more](https://huisartsgeneeskundemaastricht.nl/ )

Genetics & Cell Biology

The Department of Genetics & Cell Biology studies genetic and cellular mechanisms involved in health and disease, aiming to generate new insights for diagnosis and treatment.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/genetics-and-cell-biology "Genetics and Cell Biology ")

Health, Ethics and Society

The Department of Health, Ethics & Society studies ethical, legal, and societal issues related to health, healthcare, and biomedical research.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/health-ethics-and-society "Health, Ethics and Society ")

Health Promotion

The Department of Health Promotion focuses on research into behaviour change and prevention to improve health and wellbeing in society.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/health-promotion "Health Promotion")

Health Services Research

The Department of Health Services Research studies the organisation, quality, and accessibility of healthcare in order to improve healthcare systems.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/health-services-research "Health Services Research ")

Human Biology

The Department of Human Biology studies how the human body functions in relation to health, disease, nutrition, and physical activity.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/human-biology "Human Biology")

Internal Medicine

The Department of Internal Medicine focuses on research and education in internal medicine and complex diseases in adult patients.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/internal-medicine "Internal Medicine")

International Health

The Department of International Health focuses on research and education on global health issues, health policy, and international collaboration in healthcare.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/international-health "International Health")
- [Contact](mailto:info-inthealth@maastrichtuniversity.nl)

Medical Microbiology, Infectious Diseases & Infection Prevention

The Department of Medical Microbiology, Infectious Diseases & Infection Prevention focuses on diagnostics, research, and prevention of infectious diseases and disease-causing microorganisms.

- [Read more](https://diagnostiekenadvies.mumc.nl/afdelingen/medische-microbiologie-infectieziekten-en-infectiepreventie )

Methodology & Statistics

The Department of Methodology & Statistics supports research in the health sciences with expertise in statistics, study design, and data analysis.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/methodology-and-statistics "Methodology and Statistics")

Neurosurgery

The Department of Neurosurgery focuses on the surgical treatment of disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system.

- [Read more](https://hersenenzenuwcentrum.mumc.nl/neurochirurgie )

Nutrition and Movement Sciences

The Department of Nutrition and Movement Sciences studies the role of nutrition and physical activity in health, performance, and disease prevention.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/nutrition-and-movement-sciences "Nutrition and Movement Sciences")

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

The Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology focuses on research, education, and care related to pregnancy, reproduction, and gynaecological conditions.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/obstetrics-and-gynaecology "Obstetrics and Gynaecology")

Ophthalmology

The Department of Ophthalmology focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and conducts research into innovative treatment methods.

- [Read more](https://oogheelkunde.mumc.nl/ )

Orthopedy

The Department of Orthopaedics at MUMC+ focuses on the treatment of disorders of the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, and muscles.

- [Read more](https://orthopedie.mumc.nl/)

Otorhinolaryngology (Head & Neck Surgery)

The Department of Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) and Head & Neck Surgery at MUMC+ focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the head and neck region.

- [Read more](https://hersenenzenuwcentrum.mumc.nl/specialisme/KNO )

Pathology

The Department of Pathology performs diagnostic research on tissues and cells to identify diseases and supports clinical and scientific research.

- [Read more](https://diagnostiekenadvies.mumc.nl/afdelingen/pathologie )

Pediatrics

The Department of Pediatrics focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and care of children with a wide range of medical conditions and combines patient care with research and education.

- [Read more](https://www.mumc.nl/patient-bezoeker/specialismen-afdelingen/kindergeneeskunde )

Pharmacology & Personalised Medicine

The Department of Pharmacology & Personalised Medicine studies how medicines work and how treatments can be tailored to individual patients based on genetic and biological characteristics.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/pharmacology-personalised-medicine "Pharmacology & Personalised Medicine")

Pharmacology & Toxicology

The Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology focuses on research into the mechanisms, safety, and effects of medicines and other chemical substances in the human body.

- [Read more](https://phartox.nl/)
- [Contact](mailto:secretariaat-phartox@maastrichtuniversity.nl)

Physiology

The Department of Physiology studies how organs and cells function in the human body and how physiological processes change in disease.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/physiology "Physiology")
- [Contact](https://secretariaat-fys@maastrichtuniversity.nl )

Precision Medicine

The Department of Precision Medicine focuses on developing personalised treatments by using genetic, molecular, and clinical data from patients.

- [Read more](https://precisionmedicinemaastricht.eu/ )
- [Contact](mailto:info@precisionmedicinemaastricht.eu)

Radiotherapy

The Department of Radiotherapy focuses on research and development of innovative radiotherapy treatments for cancer.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/radiotherapy "Radiotherapy")

Rehabilitation Medicine

The Department of Rehabilitation Medicine focuses on research and treatment aimed at improving recovery, functioning, and quality of life of patients with physical impairments.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/rehabilitation-medicine "Rehabilitation Medicine")

Social Medicine

The Department of Social Medicine studies the relationship between health, society, and policy, with a focus on prevention and public health.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/social-medicine "Social Medicine")

Surgery

The Department of General Surgery focuses on research and education in surgical treatments and innovative surgical techniques.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/general-surgery-0 "General Surgery")

Translational Genomics

The Department of Translational Genomics studies genetic and genomic mechanisms of diseases and translates this knowledge into applications for diagnosis and treatment.

- [Read more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/translational-genomics "Translational Genomics")
- [Contact](mailto:secretariaat-tgx@maastrichtuniversity.nl )

Urology

The Department of Urology focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system.

- [Read more](https://urologie.mumc.nl/ )