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Rafał Kubiak is a Professor at the University of Lodz where he serves as Head of the Department of Criminal Law at the Faculty of Law and Administration. He also holds a professorship at the Medical University of Lodz where he heads the Department of Medical Law, demonstrating his dual expertise in both legal and medical fields.
His educational background includes graduating from the Faculty of Law and Administration at the University of Lodz, where he also earned his doctoral degree in law sciences and his postdoctoral degree (habilitation). His interdisciplinary career bridges criminal law and medical law, creating a unique specialization at the intersection of these fields.
Professor Kubiak's research focuses on substantive criminal law, medical law, criminal liability of medical workers, patient rights, and the legal protection of healthcare professionals. His work addresses critical issues in healthcare regulation, particularly concerning non-therapeutic activities and the training system for medical workers in Poland. His publications demonstrate a consistent focus on the legal frameworks governing medical practice and professional responsibilities.
The trends in his scholarly work show a progression from foundational medical law concepts to increasingly specialized topics at the intersection of criminal law and healthcare regulation. His research has evolved to address specific legal challenges in medical practice, particularly concerning professional liability and patient rights protection.
Professor Kubiak serves in several significant institutional roles beyond his teaching responsibilities, including as Deputy Director of the Medical Examination Center in Lodz. He is an active member of both the Bioethics Committee and the Research Ethics Committee at the University of Lodz, contributing to the ethical oversight of medical research and practice.
Additionally, he serves as a court-appointed expert in medical law at the District Court in Lodz, applying his specialized knowledge to legal proceedings. His professional activities demonstrate a commitment to both academic scholarship and practical application of legal principles in the healthcare context.
