Internists

Kostalas Leonidas is an Internist who maintains a private practice in Cholargos. He holds a PhD from the Democritus University of Thrace and a medical degree from the Semmelweis University Medical School in Budapest. He specialized in Internal Medicine at the General Hospital of Western Attica. He has worked at the General Hospital of Syros, the regional clinic of Arkesini Amorgos, and the General Hospital of Western Attica "Agia Varvara." Additionally, the physician regularly attends numerous seminars and conferences as part of continuous professional development and is a member of the Athens Medical Association.

Giannis Papatheodorou is a Pathologist who maintains private clinics in Neo Irakleio and Acharnes. He holds a degree from the Medical School of the University of Craiova and specialized in Pathology at the General Oncology Hospital "Agioi Anargyroi" and the 1st Pathology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos," with clinical expertise in infections. He is a consulting physician for Eurodiet and participates in numerous medical conferences in Greece and abroad. He has co-authored, together with his microbiologist physician wife, the book "The Interpretation of Microbiological Tests." Finally, the doctor is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Gerontological & Geriatric Society, and the Hellenic Society for the Study & Research of Aging.

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.

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.

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.

Dr. Eleni Tsaroucha is a specialist in internal medicine and diabetes and has a private practice in Volos. She was admitted to the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens through the Panhellenic Examinations, from which she graduated after the required six years of study with a grade of 8.1. She received her specialization in Internal Medicine and her subspecialization in Diabetology at some of the largest hospitals in Germany, under the supervision and guidance of internationally renowned professors. She is a graduate of the internationally renowned Herz und Diabeteszentrum NRW at the University of Bochum, which in 2018 won the award for the best hospital in Germany for patients with diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular diseases. In this context, she specializes in diabetes mellitus, its possible complications, and their treatment and prevention. At the academic level, Dr. Eleni Tsaroucha holds a PhD from the Medical School of Freiburg, Germany, with a summa cum laude degree in diabetes mellitus. She holds a master's degree in health economics from FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg University, with a focus on diabetes mellitus. She has contributed to studies published in prestigious international scientific journals and has given numerous speeches at conferences and presentations. At her clinic, patients receive comprehensive and systematic care, including a complete medical history, physical examination, diagnostic tests, and a comprehensive assessment of their symptoms, which is the cornerstone of proper diagnosis and effective treatment. Finally, emphasis is placed on the prevention of various diseases, nutritional guidance, and, more generally, the improvement and maintenance of good health, well-being, and, consequently, quality of life.

Eirini Avgoustou is a Specialist in Internal Medicine. She serves as an Attending Physician at the 2nd Department of Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases at HYGEIA Hospital, while also running a private practice in Agia Paraskevi.

She is a graduate of the Medical School of the University of Athens, from which she graduated with Honors (“Excellent”). She completed her specialty training in Internal Medicine at “Georgios Gennimatas” General Hospital of Athens. She has also worked in hospitals abroad (Hôpital Erasme – Brussels, Hôpital Arnaud de Villeneuve – Montpellier) and has received further training in Arterial Hypertension.

The physician’s primary focus is the prompt management of patients’ conditions, guided by a compassionate and understanding approach, thorough clinical examination, and the formulation of individualized treatment plans. Finally, she consistently dedicates time to prevention and screening.

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.

Mpaniotis Ioannis is a Pathologist who maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. He holds a degree from the Medical School of Bucharest and completed his specialization in Internal Medicine at the General Hospital of Giannitsa and the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Agios Dimitrios." Additionally, after two years of training, he obtained certification in Medical Acupuncture and has undergone further training at the Hospital of Acupuncture and Moxibustion in Beijing and the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences. From 2007 to 2013, he provided services as a Specialist Pathologist at the IKA Pylis Axiou in Thessaloniki, as a medical examiner at the Naval Retirement Fund, the Hotel Workers' Fund (TAXY), as well as in private clinics in Thessaloniki. Currently, he volunteers at the KAPI centers of the Municipality of Thessaloniki, examining and providing services to the vulnerable elderly population. Finally, he has participated in numerous national and international conferences and is a member of the Medical Society of Pathology and other medical associations.

Protopapa Maria - Nikoletta MD is a Specialist in Internal Medicine and maintains a private practice in Patras. She studied Medicine & Surgery for 2 years at the University of Florence and, after excelling in the entrance examinations, was awarded a scholarship to transfer to the Medical School of the University of Patras, from which she graduated in 2005. She holds a Specialist Medical Doctor title in Internal Medicine and possesses diplomas in Hypertension, Lipidology, and First Aid. Additionally, she has trained in the Department of Endocrinology & Metabolic Diseases and in outpatient clinics in general internal medicine, surgery, cardiology, as well as Emergency Departments at the University Hospital of Patras and the General Hospital of Amfissa, respectively. Alongside her private practice, she has served as an Associate Physician in the Internal Medicine Clinic at Olympion Therapeutirion since 2017 and has been a Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine for the CBL Industry since 2015. In the context of lifelong education, she has participated in numerous medical conferences throughout Greece to stay informed about the advancements in her field, and her research has been published in conferences and medical journals.

Maria Mpalogianni is a Specialist Pathologist who has maintained a private practice in Nea Smyrni since 2011. She holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. After completing her rural service, she undertook a clinical attachment at Whittington Hospital in London, specializing in Pulmonology, Gastroenterology, and Emergency Medicine. She served as a postgraduate scholarship physician at Hygeia Hospital in the Pulmonology, Cardiology Clinics, and the Intensive Care Unit. She specialized in Pathology at the 1st Propaedeutic Pathology Clinic of the University of Athens at the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko." Additionally, she received further training in Diabetes Mellitus at the Diabetes Center of the 1st Propaedeutic Pathology Clinic and Special Pathology of the University of Athens. Finally, Dr. Mpalogianni is a member of the Hellenic Diabetes Association, the Hellenic Atherosclerosis Society, and the Society for the Study of Diabetic Foot Diseases.

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.

Dr. Margouta Anastasia is a Pathologist and maintains a private practice in Evosmos, Thessaloniki. She holds a Doctorate and a Master's Degree from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Dr. Margouta specializes in hypertension and diabetes mellitus, the holistic management of obesity, as well as stress. She has worked for many years in university hospitals in Greece and abroad. The services she provides include: regulation and monitoring of blood pressure with 24-hour recording using a high-precision Holter monitor, diabetes management and control, early and timely detection of complications of diabetes mellitus affecting the small and large vessels of the body (retinopathy, neuropathy, nephropathy, coronary heart disease, peripheral vascular disease, and cerebrovascular disease) and aggressive management of these in collaboration with leading colleagues of the corresponding specialties. She undertakes the nutritional and pharmacological management of serious chronic diseases. The goal is to teach the correct dietary habits tailored individually to each patient's health condition. Additionally, she provides early diagnosis and treatment of specific infections. Furthermore, she has undergone further training in issues related to obesity, stress, and health. She has participated in clinical studies approved by the National Organization for Medicines (EOF) and in research projects, with publications in Greek and international medical journals, as well as articles in magazines and books in both Greek and foreign languages. She has also specialized in major hospitals in London and Zurich, Switzerland.

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.

Mpiliou Smaragda is an Internist and a Doctoral Candidate at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens with a dissertation on "Microcirculatory Disorders in Patients with Chronic Liver Disease" and maintains a private practice in Dafni. She holds a degree from the Medical School and a postgraduate diploma in Thrombosis and Hemorrhage – Transfusion Medicine from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she completed a one-year fellowship in Hepatology, specifically in Chronic Liver Diseases, at the "Migliavacca" Liver Center of the University of Milan in Italy. Previously, she taught Neurology and Psychiatry to students of the Nursing and Emergency Care Department at the public IEK Piraeus as well as First Aid courses for first-year medical students as part of the First Aid curriculum. Beyond teaching, she worked for a year as a physician in a dermatology clinic, participating in interventional and clinical procedures, served as a rural doctor at the peripheral clinic in Antikyra, and underwent a three-month training program at the General Prefectural Hospital of Livadeia. Furthermore, she periodically supervised patients at the external hepatology clinic of Hippocratio General Hospital and at the diabetes clinic of Laiko Hospital. She also served as an assistant junior consultant (B’) for one year at the Dafni Health Center. Moreover, she has participated in various conferences to further her education in her field, with notable publications in both Greek and international journals. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Association for the Study of the Liver and the Hellenic Society of Ergospirometry, Exercise, and Rehabilitation. In her practice, she manages cases covering the full spectrum of pathology, with special expertise in diabetes mellitus, general pathology, and cardiovascular risk prevention.

Foteinos Xaralampos is a Pathologist and maintains a private practice in Pangrati. He is a graduate of the Medical School of Charles University in Prague and holds an ALS (Advanced Life Support) certification. He specialized in Pathology at the Academic Teaching Hospital of Duisburg, Germany, as well as at the 3rd Pathology Clinic of Korgialeneio - Benakeio N.E.E.S in Athens. Additionally, he serves as an External Collaborator at the Pathology - Infectious Diseases Clinic of Metropolitan General. Throughout his professional career, he has acquired valuable work experience by working in numerous hospitals in Germany and the United Kingdom. Finally, as part of his continuous education, the doctor regularly attends conferences to stay informed on topics related to pathology.

Oikonomou Panagiotis is an Internal Medicine Specialist with a private practice in Kallithea. He graduated with honors from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, specializing in Lipidology from the Hellenic Atherosclerosis Society. He trained in Internal Medicine at the Infectious Diseases Clinic of the General Chest Diseases Hospital "Sotiria" and has completed a training program in diabetes mellitus at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, he has received training at the Diabetes Center of the General Hospital of Athens "Red Cross." He has participated in diabetes and infectious disease conferences and has attended seminars related to hypertension and diabetes mellitus. In recent years, he has served as a Consultant Physician A at the 1st Internal Medicine Clinic at Metropolitan General.

Dr. Xouzouris Ilias is an Internist who maintains a private practice in Nea Smyrni. He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds EKAE - OAKA certification for pre-competition athlete screening. He completed his specialty in Internal Medicine at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens and the General State Hospital of Athens. He has served as a family physician for IKA for a decade. Finally, Dr. Xouzouris is a member of the Athens Medical Association.