My name is Nynke Nagtzaam and I have been working as a GP in the region of Arnhem-Nijmegen since September 2016. Before my GP training, I worked a few years in the hospital as a doctor on an emergency care department and I worked as a doctor at department of geriatrics. Special interests: elderly care and migrant care.

In addition to my studies, I have always had a special interest for topics concerning internationalisation and intercultural differences in care. I’ve learned a lot during exchanges with family doctors from all over te world and by attending international congresses (RCGP, WONCA). Last year I worked as a volunteer in a refugee camp on Lesbos.

I live with Gerben. Things I like: travelling, gardening, sports (running), attending music concerts and theatre.

I strive for open communication in the consulting room.

For 4 years I’ve been working in the region of Nijmegen as a locum doctor. After my medicine study I’ve worked as a doctor at the Opthomathology department and the SEH (emergency room). I noticed I was missing some more meaningfull contact with patients and that I wanted a mix between the psyche and the practical parts of health care. After working in child and adolescent psychiatrie in Amsterdam I started my GP training in Amsterdam. I focused during this training on positieve health and education. I’ve always liked to organise symposia and exchanges with different countries to learn from each others health care systems (Tanzania, Switserland, Norway). For 3 years I’ve been combining my work as a GP together with the study of Haptonomy. The longer I’m working as a GP, the more I notice the link between physical complaints en balance between body and mind. I’m a curious person and I’d like to discover everybodies strenghts. 

Together with my partner Roger I’ve just become a parent of our first born son namen Pelle, It’s a great joy. I get my energy from being with friends, doing sports, walking of cycling in the woods, swimming, traveling and I can enjoy the silence through reading books or meditation.

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My name is Wendy Breuker, since 2006 I have been working as a doctor’s assistant in a GP practice and as a triagist at the out of hours general practitioner centre. A great combination! After working for 14 years in a large health centre, I consciously chose this small-scale practice. I will be present 2 days a week. Quality of healthcare with personal contact is important for me.

 I grew up in Wesepe and moved to Nijmegen after completing my education. Things I like to do: taking long walks, reading and attending concerts / festivals. I also enjoy spending my free time on ICT in general practice in various committees.

My name is Sharona Abels. I’ve been a doctor’s assistant since 2015 and I’ve been working in GP practices since then. 

I grew up in Utrecht. Nowadays I live in Druten with my family. I’m very happy to work in a small and fun team. What I like most about working in a GP practice is the contact with patient and the variability of work and to contribute to good care.

My biggest hobby is playing football with my nice teammates. I like to have a good walk with our dog, to go out for dinner and to do fun things with our daughter.

My name is Auke van den Berg and from February 1, 2021 I work on Mondays as a mental health counselor for Waalfront General practice. I was trained as a social worker and in that position I worked for 12 years within the GGZ/mental health care system. In 2014 I made the switch to work as a mental health counselor in general practice.

I live in Beek with my partner Erik and two daughters. I like to walk into the woods or go to the ‘Ooijpolder’ on foot or by bike. Reading books and attending shows are also activities that I enjoy.

As a mental health counselor I support the GP in practice in the guidance / treatment of patients with psychological and psychosocial complaints. Consider, for example: depressive complaints, bereavement, problems with social relationships, addiction, problems with work, loneliness, etc. If it turns out that this is not enough, we can look together for other guidance or a referral to a psychologist.

I like that in this work I can mean something for people in an accessible way. Close by, in the practice of the doctor. For a few conversations to sort things out or for a longer process with more complex problems, I can offer support in finding the right way.