Natasa Desnica

Lifestyle medicine consultant at GlycanAge

Natasa Desnica has a diverse work experience in the fields of body psychotherapy, medicine, and sports. Natasa is currently a member of the European Association for Body Psychotherapy. In the past, they worked as an integral body psychotherapist and medical doctor, as well as the CEO of Poliklinika Kaliper. Natasa has also served in various roles within sports organizations, such as being a member of the health commission for the Croatian Olympic Committee, president of the health commission for the Croatian Cycling Association and Croatian Alpine Skiing Team, and a physician for the Croatian Basketball Association. Additionally, they have been involved in the medical commission for the Croatian Rowing Association. Natasa has also worked as a lifestyle medicine consultant for GlycanAge and as a health services coordinator for the International Ski and Snowboard Federation.

Natasa Desnica's education history begins in 1988 when they enrolled at the School of Medicine University of Zagreb. Natasa completed their medical education at this institution in 1995, although the degree name and field of study are not specified.

In 2001, Natasa pursued further education at the Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Zagreb, where they obtained a postgraduate degree in the field of Kinesiology and Exercise Science. This program lasted until 2002.

Following their postgraduate degree, Natasa pursued a career in psychotherapy at the Integral Personal Development Center and School from 2014 until 2020. During this time, they obtained a degree as a psychotherapist specializing in integral body psychotherapy, with a focus on psychoanalysis and psychotherapy.

In addition to their formal education, Natasa Desnica has obtained various certifications in the field of sports medicine. Natasa attended the XXVII FIMS World Congress of Sports Medicine in 2002, received certifications in sports traumatology and orthopedics at the School of Medicine University of Zagreb in 2006, and acquired further expertise in sports medicine through certifications from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 2009 and 2010. Natasa also received certifications in various specialized areas such as kinesio taping, head injury prevention, and aerobic performance assessment from recognized institutions and organizations in the field.

It is important to note that no strong assumptions should be made outside of the provided experience and education.

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