Source: Site record. Peter Držaj Hospital

Hospital dr. Petra Držaja is a specialized hospital within the University Medical Centre Ljubljana that serves as a center of excellence for internal medicine, particularly rheumatology, hypertension, nephrology, and rehabilitation. The hospital actively contributes to clinical research through investigator-initiated and international multicenter clinical trials, with expertise in autoimmune diseases, cardiovascular medicine, hypertension, and inflammatory disorders. Its clinicians participate in Phase II–IV industry-sponsored studies, translational research, and observational registries, collaborating closely with the University of Ljubljana and European research networks. The hospital has served as a clinical trial site for studies evaluating novel therapies in rheumatology and other internal medicine specialties, while its strong academic environment supports evidence-based practice, scientific publications, and the translation of research findings into improved patient care.