Gastroenterologists

Sioulas Athanasios MD, PhD, FEBGH is a Gastroenterologist with a private practice in Chalandri. He holds a doctorate from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and is also a graduate of the same institution. He completed his specialty training in Gastroenterology at the Hepatogastroenterology Unit of the 2nd Propaedeutic Medical Clinic of the University General Hospital "Attikon" and subsequently undertook advanced training as a fellow of the Hellenic Gastroenterology Society in the Endoscopy Department of the Universitätsklinikum Hamburg - Eppendorf (UKE) in Hamburg, Germany. His advanced training focused on diseases of the pancreas and biliary tract with an emphasis on endoscopic diagnostic and therapeutic techniques (ERCP, cholangioscopy). In addition to his clinical activities, Dr. Sioulas has a special interest in basic and clinical research in the field of gastroenterology, with numerous publications in reputable international scientific journals and presentations at Greek and international conferences. Currently, he practices general gastroenterology and hepatology, covering the entire spectrum of digestive system diseases, with an emphasis on endoscopic diagnostic and therapeutic methods. He works closely with leading surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, and radiotherapists to provide his patients with high-quality services in accordance with current clinical guidelines. Finally, Dr. Sioulas is a member of the Hellenic Gastroenterological Society, the European Board of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, and the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

Papalaurentios Laurentios is a Gastroenterologist and maintains a Private Practice in Thessaloniki. He is a graduate of the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace and acquired his specialty in Gastroenterology, having been trained in the full spectrum of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, as well as in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy of the digestive system at the Gastroenterology Clinic of G.N. Thessaloniki G. Papanikolaou. In 2014, he was awarded a PhD from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki after completing his doctoral thesis. He also received additional training in Endoscopic Ultrasound, Therapeutic Endoscopy, and ERCP at the University Gastroenterology Clinic of ULB ERASME in Brussels. He has served for several years as a scientific collaborator and adjunct faculty member at the 4th University Department of Internal Medicine of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, as well as in the Endoscopy Department of the Medical Diavalkaniko Center. Additionally, he worked as a Clinical Associate in the Gastroenterology, Hepatopancreatology, and Digestive Oncology department at the University Hospital of Brussels (ULB Erasme Hospital). Furthermore, he served as vice president and president of the Northern Greece chapter of the Hellenic Gastroenterological Society. He has participated in numerous Greek and international conferences as a speaker and author of scientific papers, and he has published numerous articles in international and Greek medical journals. He is a member of the Hellenic Gastroenterological Society, the Hellenic Liver Study Society, the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and the European Group for Endoscopic Ultrasonography. His practice manages cases covering the entire spectrum of Gastroenterology, with particular emphasis on Hepatology and Interventional Gastroenterology.

Konstantinos Zampelis is a Gastroenterologist and maintains a private practice in Galatsi, Athens. Concurrently, he is an external collaborator of the 2nd Gastroenterology Department of Interventional Endoscopy at "Errikos Dynan" Hospital, the 1st Gastroenterology Clinic of "IASO General" Hospital, and the "Bioclinic of Athens." He graduated from the Medical School of the State University of Naples, Italy, "Federico II" and obtained his specialty degree in the Gastroenterology Department at "Erythros Stavros" Hospital, where he specialized primarily in Interventional Gastroenterology. He has performed a large number of diagnostic and interventional endoscopies such as polyp removal in the stomach and intestines, hemostasis of hemorrhages, removal of foreign bodies from the digestive tract, variceal banding and sclerotherapy, gastrostomy placement, esophageal and intestinal dilations, use of endoclips, APC, and Gold Probe, as well as a significant number (>300) of ERCP procedures. To date, he has participated in numerous Greek and international conferences with the aim of continuous education and training in his specialized field. He is a member of the Athens Medical Association and a regular member of the Hellenic Gastroenterological Society.

Kapetanakis Nikolaos MD, PhD is a Gastroenterologist and operates a private Gastroenterology Center in Volos. He holds a PhD from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, specializing in colorectal cancer, specifically the role of Helicobacter pylori in colorectal carcinogenesis. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the General Hospital of Volos and specialized in Gastroenterology at Hippokration Hospital of Thessaloniki, where he also served as a Scientific Collaborator in the Gastroenterology Department of the 2nd Internal Medicine Clinic. Additionally, he has participated in numerous conferences in Greece and abroad, has published articles in several international scientific journals, and is a member of the Hellenic Gastroenterological Society.

Ms. Panagiotaki Maria, MD, FEBGH is a Gastroenterologist - Endoscopist at Iatriko (Marousi) and maintains a private practice in Kifisia. She graduated with honors from the German School of Athens, was admitted through national examinations, and obtained her medical degree from the Medical School of the University of Athens. In 2006, she was awarded the specialty title in Gastroenterology and later received the European Diploma in Gastroenterology and Hepatology (FEBGH). She pursued further training as a fellow of the Hellenic Gastroenterological Society at the internationally renowned reference hospital "Klinikum Rechts der Isar, der TUM" (Munich) in endoscopy, advanced endoscopic diagnostic and therapeutic techniques for precancerous and other gastrointestinal diseases, as well as endoscopic ultrasound. She has participated in numerous seminars and conferences both in Greece and abroad, accumulating a significant number of publications, focusing on lifelong education and updating. She has extensive experience from her tenure at the "Sismanogleio" and "Red Cross" Hospitals, as well as fifteen years of activity in the private sector, having successfully managed the full spectrum of gastroenterology. She performs upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies at the 3rd endoscopy department of the "Iatriko Athinon" Hospital (Marousi) in collaboration with an excellent anesthesiologist to ensure safe and painless examinations with high diagnostic value. She is a member of the Hellenic Gastroenterological Society and the European Board of Gastroenterology and Hepatology.

Arvaniti Vasiliki - Peptiko Kai Ygeia is a Gastroenterologist - Hepatologist with a private practice in Piraeus. She studied at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and holds a PhD from the University of Patras. She has conducted research and specialized in the liver transplantation department at the Royal Free Hospital in London, and has experience in nutritional counseling and thetahealing. She is a Reiki master and has a particular interest in psychology. She is a member of the volunteer group "Doctors of the Aegean." She is responsible for the gastroenterology department of the Day Care Unit at Yoda Piraeus, collaborates with the general clinic Piraeus "Hippocrates," the Athenian Clinic, the Medifirst Center in Marousi, and the "Metropolitan" Hospital. In her private practice, she treats conditions across the entire spectrum of gastroenterology and provides specialized services tailored to her patients' needs, placing particular emphasis on each patient's psychological well-being.

Spanou Euaggelia MD is a Gastroenterologist with a private practice in Nea Ionia. She is a graduate and PhD candidate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She completed a Graduate Program in "Health Unit Management" at the Hellenic Open University and received training in Gastroenterology at the Clinic of Pathophysiology of the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko" and at the Internal Medicine Clinic of the General Hospital of Livadia. She possesses valuable professional experience, having collaborated with numerous clinics and undertaken the teaching of Orthopedics - Traumatology and Pathology courses to students of Vocational Training Institutes. Finally, Dr. Spanou has numerous participations in Greek and international conferences and is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Society of Gastroenterology, and the Hellenic Foundation of Gastroenterology and Nutrition.

H Ανδριανάκου Γεωργία MD, MSc είναι Γαστρεντερολόγος – Ηπατολόγος – Επεμβατική Ενδοσκόπος και διατηρεί το ιδιωτικό της ιατρείο στη Νέα Κηφισιά. Παράλληλα είναι συνεργάτης του Γαστρεντερολογικού Τμήματος του Νοσοκομείου Ερρίκος Ντυνάν , όπου διενεργεί όλες τις απαραίτητες ενδοσκοπικές πράξεις : Γαστροσκόπηση με λήψη βιοψιών ,κολονοσκόπηση , πολυποδεκτομή , ορθοσιγμοειδοσκόπηση , τοποθέτηση γαστροστομίας και άλλα. Όλες οι ενδοσκοπικές πράξεις πραγματοποιούνται παρουσία Αναισθησιολόγου και εξειδικευμένου νοσηλευτικού προσωπικού , για την ασφάλεια του ασθενούς. Η κ. Ανδριανάκου είναι απόφοιτος της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Πανεπιστημίου Πατρών. Από το 2013 έως το 2017 εργάστηκε στο Πανεπιστημιακό Νοσοκομείο της Ντιζόν στη Γαλλία CHU Dijon Bourgogne και έλαβε τον τίτλο της Γενικής Ιατρικής. Το 2015 ολοκλήρωσε επιτυχώς το Μεταπτυχιακό δίπλωμα « Ιδιοπαθείς Φλεγμονώδεις Νόσοι του Εντέρου» του Πανεπιστημίου της Lille και του Πανεπιστημίου Sorbonne - Université Pierre- et-Marie- Curie του Παρισίου. Το 2018 επέστρεψε στην Ελλάδα και ξεκίνησε την ειδίκευσή της στη Γαστρεντερολογία – Ηπατολογία στο Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Αθηνών "Γ. ΓΕΝΝΗΜΑΤΑΣ". Το 2020 ολοκλήρωσε επιτυχώς μετά από γραπτές εξετάσεις την παρακολούθηση του 13 ου Σχολείου Κλινικής Ηπατολογίας, το οποίο διοργανώνεται από την Ελληνική Εταιρία Μελέτης Ήπατος. Επιπρόσθετα, το 2021 παρακολούθησε επιτυχώς το Ενδοσκοπικό Σχολείο, υπό την αιγίδα της Ελληνικής Γαστρεντερολογικής Εταιρείας. Το 2022 έλαβε τον τίτλο της Ιατρικής Ειδικότητας της Γαστρεντερολογίας – Ηπατολογίας. Από το 2022 έως το 2025 συνέχισε να εργάζεται στη Γαστρεντερολογική κλινική του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Αθηνών "Γ.ΓΕΝΝΗΜΑΤΑΣ". Η ιατρός μέσα από της πολυετή θητεία της στο μεγαλύτερο νοσοκομείο της Αττικής απέκτησε μεγάλη εμπειρία στη διαχείριση ευρέως φάσματος σύνθετων γαστρεντερολογικών και ηπατολογικών περιστατικών. Παράλληλα, επιτέλεσε πολυάριθμες ενδοσκοπικές πράξεις. Έχει συμμετάσχει σε πληθώρα ελληνικών και διεθνών συνεδρίων, παρουσιάζοντας εργασίες και αποτελέσματα ερευνητικών μελετών, παραμένοντας έτσι σε συνεχή ενημέρωση για τις εξελίξεις στον τομέα της. Αποτελεί ενεργό μέλος της Ελληνικής Γαστρεντερολογικής Εταιρείας, της Ελληνικής Εταιρίας Μελέτης Ήπατος και της Ελληνικής Ομάδας Μελέτης των Ιδιοπαθών Φλεγμονωδών Νοσημάτων του Εντέρου. Στο ιατρείο της διαχειρίζεται περιστατικά όπως : γαστροοισοφαγική παλινδρόμηση , διερεύνηση αναιμίας, κοιλιακό άλγος, σύνδρομο ευερέθιστου εντέρου, έλεγχος για ελικοβακτηρίδιο του πυλωρού, λιπώδης διήθηση ήπατος, αυτοάνοσα νοσήματα του ήπατος και του παγκρέατος, ηωσινιφιλική οισαφαγίτιδα , νόσος Crohn και Ελκώδης κολίτιδα, γαστρίτιδα, ηπατίτιδα, κίρρωση του ήπατος, αιμορροΐδες και άλλα. Ταυτόχρονα, προγραμματίζει άμεσα μαζί με τον ασθενή όποια ενδοσκοπική πράξη απαιτείται, μετά από ενδελεχή ενημέρωση.

Gastroenterologist - Hepatologist with experience in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopies of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract, esophageal motility studies (achalasia), idiopathic inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn's disease, Ulcerative Colitis)

Mosxovis Dimitris is a Gastroenterologist and a Doctor of Medicine from the Medical School of Athens, with a private practice in Aigaleo. Concurrently, he serves as a Scientific Collaborator at the Medical Athens Clinic Peristeri. He studied at the Medical School of the University of Brescia in Italy and subsequently completed postgraduate studies at the Medical School of the University of Athens. He specialized at the 2nd Oncology Internal Medicine Clinic of the Specialized Anti-Cancer Hospital of Piraeus "Metaxa" and later at the Gastroenterology Clinic of the General State Hospital of Nikaia, where he also served as a Gastroenterology Consultant. He has been a Scientific Collaborator at the 2nd Oncology Clinic of the "Hygeia" Hospital, as well as at Pathology and Nephrology Clinics of the "Medical Athens" group. He has participated in numerous conferences in Greece and abroad, with many presentations to his credit. Additionally, he has an extensive number of publications in Greek and foreign journals. Finally, he has active involvement, to date, as a researcher in numerous international multicenter clinical studies.

Lazaridis Lazaros - Dimitrios is a Gastroenterologist and serves as Consultant in the Gastroenterology – Hepatology Clinic at Metropolitan General in Cholargos. He also maintains a private practice at the Pharos of Neo Psychiko. He studied Medicine at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Gastroenterology - Hepatology at the University General Hospital “Attikon.” Beyond the national exams for obtaining the Gastroenterology specialty title, he participated in the activities of the 14th Hepatology School of the Hellenic Association for the Study of the Liver and was awarded following his participation in the examinations. He was awarded a Doctorate from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in 2017 with a grade of “Excellent.” He completed his doctoral thesis at the 2nd University Pathology Clinic of the University General Hospital “Attikon” focusing on the role of the inflammasome in idiopathic inflammatory bowel diseases. He is the author of more than 15 scientific articles in reputable international scientific journals. He has participated as an invited speaker at Greek conferences and has been part of the authorship team in nearly 50 presentations at international and Greek conferences. He has actively participated in multicenter clinical studies. He has taught students at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens within the framework of undergraduate courses. He fulfilled his mandatory rural service as a physician at the General Hospital of Trikala in the Regional Clinic of “Koniskos” and served as a Pathology specialty trainee at the General Hospital of Athens “Sismanogleio,” as part of his training for the Gastroenterology specialty. Finally, he fulfilled his military obligations as a unit doctor in the Hellenic Army, serving at the 95th National Guard Reconnaissance Squadron (95 EAΝΕΘ) in Gennadi, Rhodes.

Kyriakos Nikolaos MD, PhD is a Gastroenterologist with a private practice in Ampelokipoi. He holds a doctorate from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with a dissertation focused on wireless capsule endoscopy of the small intestine. Additionally, he possesses the European Board of Gastroenterology & Hepatology diploma and is a graduate of the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki as well as the Military School of Corps Officers (SSAS). He completed his specialization in general pathology at the 2nd Internal Medicine Clinic of the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens and in gastroenterology at the 1st Gastroenterology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos". He is a Consultant at the Gastroenterology Clinic of the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens and an External Collaborator at the "Vioclinic Ampelokipoi" Hospital. In his private practice, he provides services for all digestive system diseases, idiopathic inflammatory bowel diseases (ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease), and endoscopic procedures (gastroscopy, colonoscopy, polyp removal). Finally, he has attended numerous conferences in Greece and abroad and is a member of the Hellenic Gastroenterology Society, the Hellenic Foundation for Gastroenterology and Nutrition, and the Hellenic Study Group for Idiopathic Inflammatory Bowel Diseases.

Anyfantis Nikolaos is a Gastroenterologist who maintains private practices in Kifisia and Cholargos. He is also the Director of the 2nd Gastroenterology Clinic at IASO Hospital and has served as Consultant at the Gastroenterology Clinic of the private hospital "Mitera". He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens with honors, ranking second in his class of 2002. Throughout his professional career at "Sismanogleio", "Attikon", and "Laiko" Hospitals, he gained experience in endoscopies of the digestive system and in managing patients with gastroenterological and hepatological diseases, specifically in inflammatory bowel diseases (ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease), treatment of condylomas, and colorectal cancer prevention. He specializes in the endoscopic treatment of obesity, which he performs at IASO Hospital using modern methods, namely a) gastric botulinum toxin injections and b) endoscopic placement of a gastric balloon. He worked for two years in a private biotechnology company in the clinical studies sector for the development of new oncological therapies. To date, he has participated in numerous national and pan-European conferences, aiming for excellent training and continuous updates in his field of expertise. Finally, he is a member of the Athens Medical Association and the Hellenic Gastroenterological Society.

Dr. Papafragkakis Xarilaos is a Gastroenterologist - Hepatologist - Interventional Endoscopist and maintains a private practice in Kolonaki. He has been fully trained in the USA. He holds a medical degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Gastroenterology at the Brooklyn Hospital Center of Mount Sinai - Icahn School of Medicine in New York. He specialized in Interventional Endoscopy at the MD Anderson Cancer Center Hospital of the University of Texas and in Hepatology at the University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Medical Center. Additionally, he holds a specialty in Internal Medicine from the University of Illinois in Chicago and possesses certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. Dr. Papafragkakis is the author of numerous publications in scientific journals and has extensive academic teaching experience. He is a scientific collaborator and performs endoscopies at the Euroclinic Athens Hospital in Ampelokipoi.

Grammenos Ioannis is a Gastroenterologist who maintains a private practice in Nea Ionia. Simultaneously, he serves as a Specialist Scientific Collaborator at the Central Clinic of the Athens Medical Center. He graduated with honors from the Medical School of the University of Rome and specialized in Gastroenterology - Hepatology at the 2nd Internal Medicine Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos." Furthermore, he holds a PhD with a dissertation titled "The absorption of fructose and sorbitol in normolactasic and hypolactasic healthy adults." He also has a notable research portfolio with scientific publications in conferences and scientific journals. Finally, the doctor has participated in numerous medical conferences both in Greece and abroad.

Margetis Nikolaos is a Gastroenterologist and maintains a private practice in Ambelokipoi. He holds a PhD from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and is certified in ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) by the American College of Surgeons. Additionally, he is specialized in hepatology and endoscopic gastroenterology. At his private practice, each patient can receive information regarding oncology issues related to the organs of the digestive tract, liver, and pancreas. He offers a range of gastroenterological services to patients including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, rectoscopy, polyp removal, and breath testing for Helicobacter pylori. Furthermore, he has extensive experience in interventional endoscopy, performing endoscopic procedures of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract. He ensures continuous education by actively participating in approximately 40 international medical conferences, lectures, oral presentations, and chairing sessions at 6 international medical conferences. He has been actively involved in around 250 Greek medical conferences, oral presentations, speeches, and chairing sessions at 50 Greek medical conferences, as well as hands-on training at 20 conferences with practical participation. Moreover, he has contributed a substantial body of written work to international and Greek medical journals, as well as to proceedings of international and Greek medical conferences, and possesses teaching experience at university medical schools. Finally, he is the recipient of numerous Distinctions and Awards.

Zampiadakis Nikolaos is a Gastroenterologist, Director of the 3rd Gastroenterology - Hepatology Clinic at Metropolitan General, and maintains a private practice in Piraeus. His hospital clinic specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive system disorders (gastrointestinal tract, liver, pancreas, and biliary vessels), and the clinic’s physicians have a broad field of expertise, providing high-quality services. Mr. Zampiadakis is a PhD candidate at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a degree from the Medical School of the University of Sassari, Italy. He has served as Director Gastroenterologist - Hepatologist at the Medical Center of Palaio Faliro and has worked in major hospitals such as the Specialized Anti-Cancer Hospital of Piraeus "Metaxa" and the General Hospital "Asklipieio" of Voula. Furthermore, it is noteworthy that he has been awarded the Knight’s Cross of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, presented by the Ambassador of Italy by decision of the President of the Republic, following the signing of a Presidential decree. In his private practice, he provides a wide range of services, while at Metropolitan General, embracing a high multidisciplinary ethos, he collaborates with colleagues from other specialties such as surgeons, pathologists, radiologists, oncologists, and dietitians, aiming for a holistic approach to each issue and delivering the best possible care to patients and their families. Lastly, Dr. Zampiadakis is a regular member of the Hellenic Gastroenterological Society and the Hellenic Society for the Study of the Liver.

Arousis Igiant is a Gastroenterologist - Endoscopist and maintains a private practice in Chalandri. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He completed his specialty in Gastroenterology at the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos," performing over 2000 endoscopic procedures of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract during his training. He has served as the lead physician at the clinics "Athinaion" and "Agios Eleftherios," as well as the lead physician in the Hemodialysis Unit at the "Eugenidio Foundation." Additionally, he has served as a regular supervising physician at the 417 Military Nursing Institution of the Army Share Fund. Finally, he has worked as a gastroenterologist at the Eugenidio Therapeutic Center.