Marleen Temmerman
Gynaecologist Prof. Marleen Temmerman (°1953) is Gynaecology-Obstetrics Head of Department at the Ghent University Hospital, and Director of the International Centre for Reproductive Health (Ghent University), but, at the same time, she finds time for social commitments and for her political career.
As a physician and gynaecologist, she is continuously confronted with the reality of how uncertain human life can be, and with distressing situations, such as violence towards women or rape. Marleen Temmerman is convinced there is a need for solidarity and better health care for the more vulnerable members of our society.
She published more than 300 scientific articles and books. Her work has won major awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the renowned British Medical Journal.