Dr. Raffayová Helena

• Current Position: Senior Rheumatologist at Piešťany Rheumatology Clinic, Piešťany

• Previous Positions:

  • Rheumatology Resident, University Hospital, Bratislava (1998-2002)

  • Consultant Rheumatologist, Orthopedic and Rheumatology Clinic, Piešťany (2002-2010)

  • Senior Rheumatologist, Piešťany Rheumatology Clinic, Piešťany (2010-Present)

• Primary Research Focus:

  • Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis

  • Early Intervention in Autoimmune Joint Diseases

  • Preventive Rheumatology and Bone Health

• Published Research Papers:

  • “Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis in Older Adults,” Journal of Slovak Rheumatology, 2005

  • “Early Detection and Prevention of Osteoarthritis,” European Rheumatology Review, 2010

  • “Advances in Rheumatology Treatments: Biological Therapies,” International Journal of Osteology, 2015

• Excellence in Rheumatology Care – Slovak Medical Association (2008)

• Best Rheumatologist Award – Slovak Rheumatology Society (2012)

• Outstanding Contribution to Bone Health Research – European Rheumatology Congress (2017)

MUDr. Raffayová Helena is recognized for her extensive work in rheumatology, particularly in autoimmune joint diseases and osteoarthritis. Her research and clinical contributions focus on improving patient outcomes through early diagnosis, preventive care, and advanced therapeutic interventions.