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Rheumatology in Poland.

Maria Maślińska¹, Tomasz Dobrzyński^2,3, Brygida Kwiatkowska²

¹National Institute of Geriatrics, Rheumatology and Rehabilitation, Warsaw, Poland. maslinskam@gmail.com.

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|March 30, 2019

Summary

Polish rheumatology has advanced significantly, with increased scientific output and improved patient care integrating European guidelines. However, challenges remain in funding, therapy, and education for this vital medical field.

Keywords:

Healthcare system Perspectives Poland Publications Rheumatological care Rheumatology

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Rheumatology
Public Health
Health Policy

Background:

The current state of rheumatology in Poland requires comprehensive analysis.
Understanding scientific, clinical, and patient treatment aspects is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

To present the current status of rheumatology in Poland.
To detail scientific and clinical activities and patient treatment strategies.

Main Methods:

Searched PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science for "rheumat*" and Poland affiliation.
Collected statistical data from national health organizations and international databases (WHO, OECD, Eurostat).

Main Results:

Rheumatologists are concentrated in urban areas; 30% are over 60.
Infrastructure includes 1713 rheumatologists, 2301 beds, and 2279 clinics.
State funding is limited, but biological drug programs are expanding. Scientific publications are increasing.

Conclusions:

Polish rheumatology has progressed substantially in recent decades.
European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) recommendations are largely adopted.
Further improvements are needed in financing, therapy, and education.