Lukáš Kober

PhDr. Lukáš Kober PhD., MPH is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Catholic University in Ružomberok. He also serves as Director of the Slovak Chamber of Nurses and Midwives (SKSaPA) Office since 2020 and is a member of SKSaPA's Council and Presidium. His career spans nursing practice, academic roles, and public health advocacy.

• Education: Holds a PhD in Nursing, MPH in Public Health Management, and multiple specialized certifications from institutions like Trnava University and Slovak Medical University.
• Employment History: Over 15 years of experience including roles as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse at the National Institute of Tuberculosis (2004–2020), professional representative for Home Nursing Agencies, and lecturer in nursing education.

Research interests focus on tuberculosis epidemiology, public health policy, infection control, and ethical aspects of nursing practice. He has led projects developing textbooks on infection prevention and rehabilitation procedures post-surgery. His work emphasizes healthcare workforce well-being and pandemic preparedness.

Notable publications include studies on tuberculosis trends in Slovakia, nurse workload management during the pandemic, and ethical frameworks in palliative care. Awards include the prestigious 'White Heart' recognition for nursing excellence in 2016 and 2018.

Current projects involve advancing nursing education standards and advocating for policies addressing healthcare worker mental health. He is actively involved in editorial roles for nursing journals and national health working groups.