Alina Huseynli.
Reviving spa traditions through science, leadership and innovation.
International speaker, researcher and Director of the Institute of Spa and Balneology. Author of the Spa Research Centre project, dedicated to the transformation of spa care in Europe.
Pioneering Research & Leadership
I am the Director of the Institute of Spa and Balneology – the first and only public research institution in the Czech Republic dedicated to spa and balneology. I hold a Master's Degree in Environmental Studies and an MBA in Healthcare Management. Currently, I am pursuing my Ph.D. in Hygiene and Preventive Medicine at Charles University, focusing on the role of spa care in the prevention and treatment of lifestyle diseases.
A defining milestone in my career was securing European funding for the Spa Research Center, a strategic project supported by the EU Just Transition Fund. Following its approval, I dedicated myself fully to the strategic transformation of the Institute. Within one year, our annual budget increased from approximately €320,000 to €3.2 million, and our team expanded from 6 to 40 professionals. Under my leadership, the Institute received the ESPA Innovation Award twice, strengthening our international reputation in spa research and innovation.
I am an active member of the European Spa Association (ESPA) and serve on the International Scientific Committee under EHTTA (European Historic Thermal Towns Association), where I contribute to shaping the future of spa medicine and thermal heritage in Europe.
My work connects science, leadership, and strategy. I believe spa medicine must not remain a tradition alone — it must become a respected, research-driven component of modern preventive healthcare.
Keynote Topics
As an international speaker in spa medicine, balneology, and thermal tourism, I deliver keynotes that combine scientific expertise, strategic insight, and real-world leadership experience. My presentations are designed for medical professionals, policymakers, tourism leaders, research institutions, and international organizations.
Evidence-Based Spa & Balneology
Scientific foundations of balneotherapy and its integration into evidence-based preventive healthcare systems.
Innovation in Spa Medicine & Health Tourism
Digital tech, telehealth and trends shaping the spa sector.
Leadership & Institutional Growth
Building teams, securing funding and scaling research centres.
Mental Health & Prevention
Spa-based treatments supporting psychological well-being and prevention.
Sustainable Thermal Tourism
Balancing regional development with environmental stewardship.
Selected Publications
| Year | Authors | Title | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Huseynli, A., Marek, P. & Špišák, L. | Pilot study on the effectiveness of the traditional Karlovy Vary thermal spring drinking cure in the treatment of metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) | Journal of Health, Population and Nutrition |
| 2026 | Walterová, J., Vylita, T. & Huseynli, A. | Revisiting therapeutic landscapes in the spa context: toward a multisensory, evidence-based framework for healing environments | International Journal of Biometeorology |
| 2025 | Huseynli, A., Špet, V., Lochmannová, A., Novikov, K., Špišák, L., & Příhoda, A. | Exploring the Effects of Virtual Reality on Pain Relief and Physical Mobility in Spa-Based Treatment | Journal of Clinical Medicine |
| 2025 | Lehejček, J., Huseynli, A., Luláková, P., Křížová, P., Hájek, T., Němeček, K., … Tejnecký, V. | Plant–soil interactions in a deglaciated landscape: roots reflect environmental severity. | Scandinavian Journal of Forest Research |
| 2025 | Huseynli, A., Marková, V., & Špišák, L. | Preliminary study: the potential role of a one‑week comprehensive spa treatment on mental health prevention of adult patients in Konstantinovy Lázně Spa, Czech Republic. | International Journal of Spa and Wellness |
| 2025 | Vereskova, M., Zachová Tichá, A., Maráček, M., & Huseynli, A. | The Implementation Potential of Innovative Technologies in Czech Spa Care | REHABILITÁCIA |
| 2022 | Huseynli, A., Špišák, L. | Úloha lázeňské péče v prevenci duševního zdraví. | Florence 6/2022 |
| 2021 | Huseynli, A., Hloušková, P., Marková, V., Šafářiková, H. | Analýza změn aktuálního psychického stavu pracovníků Integrovaného záchranného systému (IZS) po absolvování týdenní lázeňské péče. | Diagnostika a poradenství v pomáhajících profesích 5(1) |
| 2021 | Huseynli, A. | Pohyb v lesním prostředí jako součást lázeňské léčby. | PALESTRA – Pohyb a prožitek v multioborovém pojetí |
| 2021 | Huseynli, A., Marková, V. | The mental health benefits of Nordic walking training in the natural therapeutic landscape of Karlovy Vary. | Acta Salus Vitae 9(2) |
| 2021 | Huseynli, A., Vylita, T. | Význam kyseliny orthokřemičité pro lidské zdraví. | Chemické listy 115 |
Selected Conferences & Representation
Health Tourism Industry Summit, European Parliament
Research Insights: The Health Impact of Spa Therapy
ITB Berlin
Panel Discussion: Integrated Care – Wellness and Medicine
29th Congress of the European Spa Association (ESPA)
Europe's Hidden Healthcare Power. Why Spas Belong in the Future of Public Health?
General Assembly of the EHTTA
Official representation of the Karlovy Vary Region
Heritage forum of the Great Spa Towns of Europe
The role of modern technologies in the monitoring and protection of cultural and natural heritage
International Conference of Spa and Health Tourism
The importance of Science, Research and Innovation for the Development of Modern Healthcare Tourism
International Conference on Science and Technologies in Biomedicine
From Tradition to Innovation: Research Activities of the Institute of Spa and Balneologyy
Thermal Tourism Congress
The healing power of West Bohemian spas
28th Congress of the European Spa Association (ESPA)
A new era for Czech spas: the transformation power of the Spa Research Centre
Conference with the legacy of Vincenz Priessnitz on the importance of spa care
Research activities of the Institute of Spa and Balneology: the path to objectification and increasing the efficiency of spa care
Health Tourism Conference: Opportunities for Growth
The importance of Science, Research and Innovation for the Development of Modern Healthcare Tourism
PARIS MASH MEETING
Bomarkers and Treatment of MASLD Pilot Study
Winter School of Health Tourism
Research activities of the Institute of Spa and Balneology
27th Congress of the European Spa Association (ESPA)
The Concept of the Spa Therapeutic Landscape
74th FEMTEC Congress
The concept of the therapeutic landscape. Sustainability strategies and proposals for new visions of health and well-being
International conference „Wellness, Health and Quality of Life“, Prague
The Importance of Applied Research in the Field of Spa and Balneology
26th Congress of the European Spa Association (ESPA)
Virtual Reality Technology and its Possible Application in Spa Care
General Assembly of the EHTTA (European Historic Thermal Town Association)
Official representation of the Karlovy Vary Region
European Congress of Historic Thermal Towns and General Assembly of the EHTTA (European Historic Thermal Town Association)
Official representation of the Karlovy Vary Region
Media Features
Contributions to spa medicine, scientific innovation, and regional development.
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