Marinka de Groot

Marinka de Groot is a Verpleegkundig Specialist currently specializing in pediatrische neuro-oncologie at the Prinses Máxima Centrum voor Kinderoncologie since August 2024. With extensive experience in pediatric oncology and palliative care, Marinka has held various roles including Verpleegkundig Specialist in hoofd-hals oncologie at Antoni van Leeuwenhoek and in kinderpalliatieve zorg at Amsterdam UMC. Marinka's background includes being a Kinderverpleegkundig casemanager focusing on families with life-limiting conditions, as well as involvement in multiple professional organizations, contributing to projects aimed at improving pediatric palliative care. Educational qualifications include a Master of Advanced Nursing Practice from Inholland University and a Bachelor in Nursing from Hogeschool Leiden. Marinka has also volunteered as a nurse at the Moria refugee camp and served on the board of Stichting Smarti, organizing trips for individuals with physical disabilities.