Department profile
VBK

Healthcare

Europe Guide 2026 : Netherlands


VBK

Rankings

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Healthcare - Netherlands

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

VBK has a notable focus on contentious matters within the sector, acting for both individual practitioners and foundations on disciplinary and procedural disputes. Team members also represent clients in disputes concerning reimbursement, alleged human rights violations and medical liability claims. The team additionally offers expertise in contractual matters for healthcare providers.

Strengths

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  • VBK's breadth and integration of expertise allows it to provide holistic, pragmatic and strategic solutions across the entire healthcare sector.

    Healthcare respondentEurope
  • VBK has a well-organised department with dedicated and knowledgeable lawyers who are always up to date with the relevant legal developments.

    Healthcare respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Wouter Koelewijn
    Band 2Wouter Koelewijn

    Wouter Koelewijn

    Wouter Koelewijn has a strong focus on contentious matters, including reimbursement disputes. He also assists healthcare clients with governance, compliance and contractual matters.
    • Wouter Koelewijn is an authority in his field and is also particularly pleasant to deal with.

      Healthcare respondentEurope
    • He has excellent knowledge, which he conveys in a convincing manner.

      Healthcare respondentEurope
  • Band 3Petra klein Gunnewiek
    Band 3Petra klein Gunnewiek

    Petra klein Gunnewiek

    Petra Klein Gunnewiek focuses on medical liability and professional misconduct matters, regularly representing healthcare providers and their insurers in disputes.

    • Petra klein Gunnewiek is extremely skilled in her work and a very pleasant and professional person to collaborate with.

      Healthcare respondentEurope
    • Petra klein Gunnewiek is an experienced lawyer who does very good work.

      Healthcare respondentEurope

Ranked Individuals at VBK (2)

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