Oliver Distler is the Director of the Department of Rheumatology at the University Hospital Zurich and also serves as the Center Manager of the Spine Center. His expertise includes systemic sclerosis, connective tissue disease, and systemic diseases. He has extensive experience in clinical trials, drug development strategies, biomarkers, RNA-omics, animal models, registry analysis, and in vitro functional testing for fibrosis. Distler has held various esteemed positions, including a visiting professorship at Stanford University and the University of Florence, and has been a professor ad personam at the University of Zurich. His career spans significant roles within the Department of Rheumatology, reflecting his deep involvement in the field of rheumatology and in the advancement of healthcare management. Distler is an active member of several organizations, including the Executive Committee of the FOREUM Foundation and has served on various scientific boards, contributing significantly to research in rheumatology.
Department of Rheumatology, University Hospital Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland
Leading the Department and overseeing rheumatology research and patient care.
University of Florence • Florence, Italy
Engaged in academic collaboration and research in rheumatology.
Stanford University • Stanford, USA
Participated in teaching and research initiatives.
University of Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland
Held a distinguished academic position contributing to education and research.
Department of Rheumatology, University Hospital Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland
Directed specialized programs focusing on scleroderma treatment and research.
Department of Rheumatology, University Hospital Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland
Provided patient care and contributed to clinical research.