What is happening around absence and employability
Articles by our occupational physicians on the Working Conditions Act,
the Gatekeeper Improvement Act and the daily work on site.
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How long does an absence process take on average, and how do you speed it up?
What the figures say about absence duration, the statutory timeline from week 1 to week 93, and the concrete steps that shorten an absence process.
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Preventing burnout at work: what can an occupational and organisational expert do?
What an occupational and organisational expert does, how they work with the occupational physician, and which steps employers can take now against burnout.
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How do you write a good action plan for reintegration?
What belongs in an action plan for reintegration, when it has to be ready and how to monitor the process properly afterwards.
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Occupational physician on site in Den Haag: arranged quickly and close by
An occupational physician on site in Den Haag: what it involves, why proximity makes the difference and what you need to arrange as an employer.
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What does a safety expert do in the workplace?
What a safety expert does in the workplace, when you need one and how they help reduce accidents and absence.
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What is a PAGO (periodic occupational health examination)?
In this article you will read exactly what a PAGO involves, what the law asks of you, how to set the examination up well and how Dokter Beter supports you in it.
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First track versus second track reintegration: what is the difference?
First or second track? Dokter Beter explains when each track starts, what the law asks and which pitfalls employers run into most often.
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An occupational physician in Rotterdam: your options
Need an occupational physician on site in Rotterdam? Dokter Beter explains your options and how to make the best choice for your organisation.
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Standard or tailored occupational health: which suits your company?
Choosing between the standard and the tailored arrangement? Dokter Beter explains the differences and helps you as an employer make the right choice.
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Becoming an occupational physician: the training and how long it takes
Everything about training as an occupational physician: length, structure, entry requirements and how the Dokter Beter Academy guides you into this worthwhile specialism.
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What is the difference between a case manager and an occupational physician?
Case manager or occupational physician: Dokter Beter explains who does what, which statutory roles apply and how the two roles together make the difference.
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What is the Gatekeeper Improvement Act and which steps do you have to take?
Everything about the Gatekeeper Improvement Act: steps, deadlines and obligations. Dokter Beter guides employers and employees through the whole process.
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An occupational physician in Amsterdam: finding the right partner
Looking for an occupational physician on site in Amsterdam? Dokter Beter explains what to watch for and how to choose the right partner.
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Work stress and psychosocial workload: how do you tackle it?
Tackling work stress and psychosocial workload? Dokter Beter explains where psychological complaints come from, what the law asks and which measures really work.
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What is an RI&E and who may review it?
In this article we set out step by step what an RI&E involves, when a review is compulsory and which certified experts may carry it out.
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What is a walk-in clinic, and is it compulsory?
Is a walk-in clinic with the occupational physician compulsory? Dokter Beter explains what the Working Conditions Act requires, how to set it up and what it delivers.
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Second-track reintegration: what it involves and when do you have to start?
In this article we set out clearly what second-track reintegration means for you and where the biggest risks and opportunities lie.
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What is an RI&E and are you required to have one carried out?
Is an RI&E compulsory for your company? Dokter Beter explains what belongs in it, when a review is needed and what the Labour Authority checks.
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What is absence case management and what does a case manager do?
What does a case manager do during absence and where does the role end? Dokter Beter explains the two forms and how they work with the occupational physician.
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What happens at an on-site consultation?
What happens during an on-site consultation with the occupational physician? Dokter Beter walks you through the conversation, the length and the handover.
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A wage sanction from UWV: how do you avoid one?
In this article we set out how to avoid a wage sanction from UWV through timely absence guidance, a clear division of roles and good file-keeping.
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What is a work and organisation expert and when do you need one?
In this article we look at what a work and organisation expert contributes to absence guidance, prevention and sustainable employability.
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Occupational physician or occupational health doctor?
In this article we set out clearly what the difference is between an occupational physician and an occupational health doctor, and what that means for the quality of care.
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The Working Conditions Act: what it means for employers in 2026
What does the Working Conditions Act ask of you as an employer in 2026? Dokter Beter sets out the obligations, the risk inventory and the basic contract.
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What is a senior safety expert and what do they do for your company?
What does a senior safety expert do and when do you need one? Dokter Beter explains what this expertise delivers for your company.
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What is an occupational capacity assessment and when do you use it?
Sickness absence stood at 5.6% in the fourth quarter of 2025, while WIA applications rose above 88,000 in 2024.
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Reintegration after long-term absence: a step-by-step guide for employers
In this article we show you step by step how to prevent problems, delay and wage sanctions as far as possible.
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What is a basic occupational health contract and what must it contain?
In this article you can read what a basic occupational health contract is, what it has to contain and what to watch for in practice.
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An in-company occupational physician: when does it make sense?
In this article you will read about the benefits and the practical and legal sides of bringing an in-company occupational physician into your organisation.
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Engaging an occupational physician: process and cost
Engaging an occupational physician: how it works step by step, what it costs and which arrangements you record in advance. Dokter Beter sets it out.
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What are your obligations as an employer on working conditions and absence?
Which working-conditions and absence obligations do you have as an employer? Dokter Beter sets out the legal requirements, the deadlines and the risks.
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What does an occupational physician actually do?
What does an occupational physician actually do? Dokter Beter sets out the tasks, the statutory role and the difference with other occupational health professionals.
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The shortage of occupational physicians: causes, consequences, solutions
In this article we look at the current situation, the causes of the shortage and possible solutions, based on recent figures and reports.
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