The "Primary and Interdisciplinary Care Antwerp" research group (ELIZA; Eerstelijns- en Interdisciplinaire Zorg Antwerpen) has a core mission to advance research in family medicine and integrated primary care. Our goal is to enhance the quality of primary care services and promote the well-being of both patients and caregivers while ensuring equitable access to these services. We are committed to pioneering, community-focused, interdisciplinary research that achieves international distinction. As one of the three pillars within the Department of Family Medicine and Population Health (FAMPOP), we concentrate on key areas of:

• Integrated care in primary and palliative care, internal medicine, geriatrics and for people with intellectual disability
• Infectious diseases in primary care
• Primary mental health and self-care
• Disease prevention, health promotion and health literacy
• Innovation of medical practice and medical education
• Sarcopenia and frailty
• Health economics and public health organisation

Within ELIZA, our collaborative framework brings together education and research centers, each dedicated to advancing knowledge and practice in their respective fields. These include:

• Centre for General Practice: A hub for training and education in the field of general practice medicine, focusing on comprehensive care.
• Geriatics (site in Dutch): Dedicated to the study and improvement of healthcare for the elderly, this center addresses the complexities and nuances of geriatric care.
• Handicap Studies (site in Dutch): Focusing on research and education related to disabilities, this center aims to enhance care and support for individuals with disabilities.
• Palliative Care (site in Dutch): This center specializes in the research and training of healthcare professionals in palliative care, ensuring quality end-of-life care.
  

Each of these centers contributes to the overarching mission of ELIZA, working collaboratively to foster innovation and excellence in their respective domains.​