Healthcare
We are all affected by the healthcare sector and it falls heavily under social and political scrutiny. Regulation of competition in the healthcare sector has also made it increasingly dynamic and challenging. As the demand for healthcare services is ever-growing, so too are the strains and scrutiny placed on its decision makers. Also, the mountain of legislation and the interaction of competitive forces has resulted in the reassessment of many existing business models.
Recent changes in the Dutch healthcare system have allowed investors and care providers to operate from the Netherlands when deploying innovative care concepts. E-Health plays an increased role in prevention and screening, and remodelling of the healthcare system has resulted in hospital mergers, partnerships, and reorganisation of healthcare. This growth in innovation is evident across other Loyens & Loeff markets in Belgium, Switzerland and Luxembourg.
Our full-service offer integrates a tax, civil and notarial approach. We will work with you on any of your questions and issues, and provide expert and pragmatic solutions.

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Largest healthcare practice in the Netherlands
We are leaders and experts in the industry. In recent years, our team of specialists have assisted nursing institutions, academic hospitals, healthcare insurers, suppliers of medical aids, medical specialist companies (MSCs), healthcare business owners, and investors.
Our legal healthcare practice is the largest in the Netherlands and offers its experience and expertise in healthcare regulation, market access, proceedings, and transactions in the industry. The team monitors developments and trends in the sector, and is ideally placed to advise you on your specific situation.
Expertise
Our track record is characterised by a multidisciplinary approach. Our expertise and projects include:
- An innovative purchasing strategy for an academic hospital;
- Healthcare real estate;
- Competition-law and governance in partnerships across the healthcare sector;
- Representing investors and care providers in respect of mergers and acquisitions;
- Acting for healthcare insurers and care providers on audits, purchasing disputes and insolvencies; and,
- Acting as a ‘boardroom’ advisor to healthcare institutions on governance issues.
Our team are regular speakers at conferences and give guest lectures, and we were the co-initiator of the Grotius Health Law specialist degree programme and the registered degree programme for Compliance Officers in the Healthcare Sector. The team regularly writes for leading healthcare publications.
What we offer
- In-depth knowledge of the sector, your business model, and future developments;
- Creative answers and solutions;
- Knowledge of the tax aspects involved in legal issues;
- Pragmatic, clear, concise and well-thought-out advice;
- Responsive service with short delivery time frames;
- Competitive fees based on our extensive track record and specialisation;
- First-rate service, with fixed contacts we are often able to provide assistance within one day; and,
- An established network and in-depth knowledge.
What others say about us
Chambers Europe
"The team has a clear and solution-driven focus; they know our needs, are creative when possible and are combative as soon as necessary." Sources appreciate the team for "working well together" and striving to "think in the long term and build relations." (2019)
Chambers Europe
"Loyens & Loeff's service levels are 'high' and urgent issues can be addressed immediately. Others highlight the department's 'high-quality standards,' adding that they are 'easily accessible, they do what they say, they customise their advice and are very nice to work with'." (2018)

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Tom van Helmond
Partner Attorney at lawTom van Helmond, attorney at law, is a member of the Competition & Regulatory practice group and chairman of the Healthcare team.
T: +31 20 578 52 17 M: +31 6 51 84 65 70 E: tom.van.helmond@loyensloeff.comFrank Leijdesdorff
Partner Attorney at lawFrank L. Leijdesdorff, attorney at law, is a member of the Corporate practice group.
T: +31 20 578 57 85 M: +31 6 51 28 93 05 E: frank.leijdesdorff@loyensloeff.comGert-Wim van de Meent
Partner Attorney at lawGert-Wim van de Meent, attorney at law, is a member of the Competition & Regulatory practice group and the Loyens & Loeff Benelux Food & Beverages team.
T: +31 20 578 55 38 E: gw.vdmeent@loyensloeff.comPatrick van Oppen
Partner Tax adviserPatrick van Oppen is a partner in Loyens & Loeff’s Corporate Tax Services practice group and a member of the Automotive Team, the Healthcare Team and the Asia-Pacific Region Team.
T: +31 20 578 51 33 E: patrick.van.oppen@loyensloeff.com