Internists

Poikilidou Maria, Pathologist - Hypertension Specialist, welcomes you to her private practice, a modern and excellently equipped facility located in the center of Thessaloniki. Dr. Poikilidou specialized in Internal Medicine at the 2nd Internal Medicine Clinic of the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Papanikolaou" and holds the title of Clinical Hypertension Specialist from the European Society of Hypertension. She has extensive experience in the investigation and treatment of secondary forms of hypertension and hypertension in special populations such as hypertension during pregnancy, diabetes, and renal failure, and is equipped with a certified 24-hour blood pressure monitoring device. She also performs body composition analysis and basal metabolic rate measurement for the appropriate management of obesity with the necessary medical guidance. Poikilidou Maria – Pathologist stays updated with current medical developments by participating in national and international conferences.

Meramvelliotakis Nikolaos is an Internist with a private practice in Heraklion, Crete since 2000. He holds a medical degree from the University "La Sapienza" of Rome, 1990, and obtained his specialty in Internal Medicine at the University Hospital of Heraklion in 2000. Additionally, the doctor has collaborated with the private clinics "Asklipieio" and "Agios Georgios" and completed his rural service at the Krousonas Maleviziou rural clinic in 1993. He has participated as a member of the Heraklion Medical Association, served as a Municipal Councilor of Heraklion, and was President of the Cultural Association of Kato Vianos. He is a member of the Hellenic Diabetes Association.

Rekatsina Panagiota - Danai MD, MSc, PhD is a Specialist in Internal Medicine with a private practice in Galatsi, certified by EOPYY. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Internal Medicine at the General Hospital "Korgaleneio - Benakeio - Red Cross." Additionally, she obtained specialization in Infectious Diseases after two years of training and successful examinations. Concurrently, she holds a Master's degree from the National School of Public Health and a PhD from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has extensive research and publication experience and continuously updates herself on the latest scientific developments.

Tsolakis Dimitrios is a Pathologist and maintains a private practice in the Zografou area. He holds a medical degree from the University of Milan, Italy, and completed his specialty training in Pathology at the General Hospital "Elpis". Currently, in addition to his private practice, he is also affiliated with the private clinic “Metropolitan”. Since 2007, he has consistently attended conferences, workshops, and annual seminars aimed at thorough training and continuous professional development in his field of expertise.

Arampatzi Klairi is an Internal Medicine specialist with private practices in Athens and Glyfada. She is a graduate of the Medical School of the University of Athens, specialized in Internal Medicine, with postgraduate studies in Clinical Nutrition at Harokopio University and clinical research experience at the Medical School of Harvard University. She works as an attending physician at the 2nd Internal Medicine - Infectious Diseases Clinic of Hygeia Hospital. A primary focus of the physician is the prompt and immediate response to patients' needs. She successfully combines a highly empathetic approach with thorough and excellent clinical evaluation, while ensuring the prospective monitoring of case progress. She considers prevention a fundamental component of medical practice and therefore always dedicates time to provide clear guidance to patients on relevant issues.

Zormpas Vasileios is a Pathologist and maintains a private practice in Nafpaktos. He studied at the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace and subsequently served as a rural service physician at the General Hospital of Messolonghi - Health Center of Nafpaktos - Regional Clinic of Platanos. He specialized in Pathology at the University General Hospital of Patras and received further training in Clinical Hepatology following participation in the 16th school of the Hellenic Association for the Study of the Liver.

Military physician Xaralampidis Konstantinos MD, MSc is a recognized Pathologist with multiple specializations and extensive experience in providing medical care. He maintains a private clinic in Thessaloniki. Having graduated from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in 2012, he joined the ranks of officers in the Hellenic Army. He served in combat units, demonstrating his dedication to military medicine. Since 2022, he has maintained a pathology clinic in Lemnos, offering high-quality healthcare, and is currently specializing in Diabetes Mellitus at the Diabetes Center of the 1st Department of Internal Medicine at the AHEPA University Hospital of Thessaloniki. Concurrently, he is training in obesity management at the clinic’s outpatient Obesity Unit. In his clinic, he collaborates with excellent specialists from various fields to provide comprehensive management of chronic and complex diseases. Xaralampidis Konstantinos is committed to delivering quality health services with respect and consideration for the patient.

Education & Certifications

• Medical Degree: Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2012)
• Postgraduate Degree: Research Methodology in Medicine and Health Sciences (2019)
• Specialty Title in Pathology (2022)
• Certifications:
• Arterial Hypertension and Diabetes Mellitus
• Management of infections, including Covid-19

With a sense of responsibility and respect towards fellow human beings, Xaralampidis Konstantinos provides comprehensive medical care according to the principles of medical science, dedicated to offering quality health services.

Tasios Konstantinos is a Specialist in Internal Medicine and maintains a private practice in the Charilaou area. He is the Former Coordinator of the Emergency Department at the General Hospital of Thessaloniki Papageorgiou - 3rd Internal Medicine Clinic of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and has served as a Senior Registrar at the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Gennimatas - Agios Dimitrios".

He possesses extensive and valuable experience in the proper management of all diseases and symptoms of Internal Medicine, both in chronic and acute conditions requiring hospital care, as well as newly onset symptoms necessitating close medical supervision.

Paulopoulou Despoina is a Specialist Pathologist with a private practice in Piraeus. The physician provides high-level specialized medical services, understanding the needs of each patient with the aim of offering the best possible care. She has extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of diseases comprising metabolic syndrome (dyslipidemia, arterial hypertension, prediabetes, diabetes mellitus, obesity), as well as in the prevention of their complications. Additionally, she monitors chronic diseases across the full spectrum of pathology, treats infections and other febrile illnesses, schedules preventive check-ups according to the individual’s and family history, and administers vaccinations to adults. She also undertakes the issuance of certificates and approvals for sports and driving. She holds a Master’s Degree in Palliative Care for Chronically Ill Patients and is a Certified BLS/AED Instructor. Alongside her professional career, the physician is engaged in teaching, writing, and research activities. She regularly participates in domestic and international conferences to stay continuously informed about developments in her medical field and delivers educational lectures aimed at informing and raising awareness among the public on health issues.

Georgia Gkioni is a Pathologist with a private practice in Chalandri and a Consultant in the 7th Pathology Clinic of HYGEIA Hospital.

She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Patras and holds a Master’s Degree (MSc) in Arterial Hypertension and Associated Cardiovascular-Renal Diseases from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA).

She has been trained in the High Dependency Unit (HDU) of the Therapeutic Clinic of NKUA - GNA “Alexandra,” gaining substantial experience in managing severe and complex cases.

In her practice, she provides comprehensive, responsible, and individualized medical care, with an emphasis on the prevention and management of chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and hyperlipidemia.

Finally, the physician is distinguished by her consistency, scientific expertise, and patient-centered approach, always striving to establish a relationship of trust and meaningful collaboration with every patient.

Katsimardou Aleksandra MD, PhD is an Internist - Military Physician and maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi. She graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She specialized in Internal Medicine at the 2nd Internal Medicine Clinic of the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Hippocrates" and holds a PhD from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She has attended postgraduate courses on diabetes mellitus, arterial hypertension, and liver diseases. Furthermore, Dr. Katsimardou has participated as a speaker in national conferences and contributed to authoring published articles in international journals focusing on arterial hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and dyslipidemia.

Emmanouil Piskopakis is a Pathologist who maintains a private practice in Heraklion, Crete. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the University of Patras. After completing his rural service and military duty, he finalized his specialty in Pathology at the Pathology Clinics of the Hospitals of Heraklion, Crete. He attends conferences in Greece and abroad as part of his continuing education. Additionally, the physician collaborates with the Asklipieion Clinic of Crete and Creta InterClinic, and in his private practice, he offers a wide range of services tailored to the needs of each patient.

Pasxalidis Konstantinos is a pathologist with a private practice in Thessaloniki. He graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and completed his 5-year specialty in Internal Medicine at the 2nd Propaedeutic Clinic of the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Hippokrateio". Since 2003, he has been working as a pathologist at the Medical Diavalkaniko Center, in the Artificial Kidney Unit, monitoring chronic patients undergoing hemodialysis, as well as examining and hospitalizing patients in the clinic. Finally, the physician is a member of the Hellenic Atherosclerosis Society and actively and consistently participates in Greek and international conferences aiming at his continuous education and excellent training.

Rapti Eirini is a Pathologist who maintains a private practice in Kypseli. She is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has extensive experience in internal medicine diseases as well as liver and biliary tract diseases. She has worked as a scientific collaborator in the Department of Pathology and Hepatology at the Errikos Dunant Hospital Center and as an Attending Physician in the 3rd Pathological Clinic and Hepatology Unit of the same hospital. She has participated in numerous seminars and conferences to stay informed on the continuous advancements in the field and has many academic publications. Lastly, the doctor is a member of the Hellenic Association for the Study of the Liver and the European Association for the Study of the Liver.

Dr. Kavaratzis Kyriakos is a Specialist in Internal Medicine and has maintained a Private Practice in Alexandroupolis since 2008. He graduated from the Medical School of Plovdiv University and obtained the title of Specialist in Internal Medicine after completing his specialization at the State and A University Internal Medicine Clinic of the University General Hospital of Alexandroupolis, the outpatient clinic for diabetes and obesity, and a concurrent 3-month training in Oncology, Intensive Care Unit, Cardiology, and the Emergency Department. Simultaneously, he has worked as a Specialist in Internal Medicine at I.K.A. Alexandroupolis for 2 years, for 4 years at K.A.P.I. Alexandroupolis, and for 1 year at the Migrant Center in Komotini.

Gogalis Theodoros is a Specialist Pathologist and maintains a private practice in Nikaia. He specialized at the General Hospital of Nikaia "Agios Panteleimon" and has served as the responsible physician at the Outpatient Diabetes Clinic of the 2nd Pathology Department of the same hospital. Concurrently, he is a Consultant at the Oncology Department of the General Health Clinic Melathron - TYPET, Consultant at the Kypseli Therapeutic Center, and Scientific Collaborator at Iaso General. In his private practice, he offers a wide range of services, tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

Nodaras Xristos is an Internal Medicine Specialist with private practices in Aspropyrgos and Attiki Square. He holds a Doctorate from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and is certified in the ILS Provider Course by the European Resuscitation Council. Additionally, he has received training in spinal implant procedures in France, specialized in Internal Medicine at the 2nd Internal Medicine Department of the General Hospital of Elefsina "Thriasio," and has attended annual advanced training seminars on Diabetes Mellitus by "Vasos Karamanos." In his private practice, he manages a wide range of internal medicine conditions, including infections, obesity, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, cholesterol, and triglycerides. He also collaborates with the Ministry of Transport for the issuance and renewal of driving licenses, as well as health certificates. Furthermore, Dr. Nodaras has participated in national conferences aimed at continuous professional development and is a member of the Hellenic Diabetes Association and the Hellenic Society for the Study of Sepsis.

Dr Aggelopoulos Theodoros is an Internist - Diabetologist who maintains his private practice in Perama, Attica. He holds a PhD from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a medical degree from the Medical School of the University of Patras. He specialized in Internal Medicine at the 1st Propaedeutic Internal Medicine Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko". Additionally, he specialized in Diabetes Mellitus at the Diabetology Center of the 1st Propaedeutic Internal Medicine Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko" and in Preventive Medicine and emergency care management at Queen Elizabeth Hospital KL and Maidstone Kent in England. He is the Director and Internist - Diabetologist at the 2nd Internal Medicine Clinic of the Medical Center of Palaio Faliro and head of the Metabolism - Obesity Clinic at the Medical Center of Palaio Faliro. Finally, he was awarded first place in the 1st Medical Knowledge Competition, within the framework of the 38th Panhellenic Medical Conference, winning a 4-month scholarship at the Biomedical Research Foundation of the Academy of Athens.