Health professionals for Acupuncture in Attica

Kolokytha Theodora is a Specialist in Internal Medicine - Diabetology - Acupuncturist and maintains a private clinic in Paleo Faliro. As an Acupuncturist, she applies biomedical acupuncture in her practice. She studied at the Medical School of the University of Patras and holds a Master's degree in Diabetes Mellitus and Obesity, completed at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has worked as an Internist at the Diabetology Center of the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko" and the General Hospital of Athens "Hippokration." Additionally, she served as an Internist in the Artificial Kidney Unit at the "Taxiarchai" Clinic. Finally, in her clinic, the doctor manages a wide range of conditions including infections, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and obesity.

Emmanouela Papadaki BSc, MSc is a Physiotherapist who provides home visits. She holds a degree from the Department of Physiotherapy at the University of West Attica and has completed a training program in Manual Therapy. Additionally, she specialized in Acupuncture at Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, as well as Biomedical Acupuncture at the University of West Attica - K.E.DI.BI.M. She completed her internship at the General Hospital "Asklipieio" of Voula and worked for 4 years in a Private Physiotherapy Laboratory. Committed to continuous professional development in her field of specialization, she regularly attends conferences, seminars, and training programs. She has particular expertise in neurological rehabilitation, sports injuries, musculoskeletal injuries, postoperative rehabilitation, cardiopulmonary conditions, and therapeutic exercise.

Detsis Georgios is a Physiotherapist practicing professionally in Nea Ionia. He holds a BSc in Physiotherapy from the Technological Educational Institute of Athens and an MSc in Clinical Management of Pain from the University of Edinburgh, School of Medicine. Additionally, he holds a Certificate in Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy from the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He has served as Head of the Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy Department at the Rehabilitation Center "Anaplasi" and as an External Collaborator at Leukos Stavros Hospital and Doctors’ Hospital. He is a member of the Panhellenic Association of Physiotherapists, the Hellenic Scientific Society of Physiotherapy, and the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists, UK.

Ο Γιαλαμάς Παναγιώτης είναι Φυσικοθεραπευτής (BSc) και εκτελεί κατ' οίκον επισκέψεις . Είναι απόφοιτος του Πανεπιστημίου Δυτικής Αττικής (ΠΑ.Δ.Α.) και προσφέρει εξειδικευμένες κατ' οίκον φυσικοθεραπείες . Με 10 χρόνια εμπειρίας στην κατ' οίκον αποκατάσταση και παράλληλα 6 χρόνια σε 2 ιδιωτικά φυσικοθεραπευτήρια της Αθήνας, ασχολούμενος με μυοσκελετικά και νευρολογικά περιστατικά , διαθέτει την κλινική γνώση και την πρακτική εμπειρία για να σας καθοδηγήσει αποτελεσματικά . Έχει αποκτήσει σημαντική εμπειρία στη διαχείριση μετεγχειρητικών περιστατικών και αθλητικών κακώσεων, όπου η σωστή καθοδήγηση και το κατάλληλο πρωτόκολλο αποκατάστασης παίζουν καθοριστικό ρόλο στο τελικό αποτέλεσμα για την πλήρη και λειτουργική επανένταξη σε καθημερινές είτε αθλητικές δραστηριότητες. Αντιμετωπίζει κάθε περιστατικό με εξατομικευμένη προσέγγιση, προσαρμόζοντας το πρόγραμμα θεραπείας στις ανάγκες και τους στόχους του κάθε ασθενή , δίνοντας έμφαση στην σωστή φυσικοθεραπευτική αξιολόγηση και εκπαίδευση του , ώστε να κατανοεί το πρόβλημά και να συμμετέχει ενεργά στη θεραπεία  ,με συγκεκριμένες ασκήσεις και οδηγίες , με στόχο την πλήρη λειτουργική επανένταξη του, από την ασφάλεια του σπιτιού του. 

The Koukaki Physiotherapy Center has been operating for nearly 40 years, continuously renewing itself while maintaining the same principles. Naturally, there is extensive experience spanning two generations of physiotherapists, which stems both from the large number of patients and the harmonious blend of experience with contemporary knowledge. The facility employs 3 physiotherapists and specialized staff, whose primary concern is the treatment and care of patients in a pleasant environment.

Daglas Grigorios is a Pulmonologist – Tuberculosis Specialist, graduate of the University of Patras with further training in Sleep Disorders and Sleep Apnea. The physician has extensive experience in thoracentesis, bronchoscopies, and smoking cessation following many years of collaboration with the Sotiria Thoracic General Hospital. He is trained in Biomedical Acupuncture with 300 hours of theoretical and practical training from the International Acupuncture Center. In his private clinics located in Corinth and Galatsi, Attica, he provides specialized services for the diagnosis and treatment of all respiratory diseases, including acute upper and lower respiratory tract infections and chronic respiratory conditions such as bronchial asthma, allergic cough, allergic rhinitis, as well as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and smoker’s bronchitis. The physician also conducts preventive respiratory function assessments through dynamic spirometry and imaging studies when necessary, and monitors cases with specialized treatment to support smoking cessation. Additionally, he has extensive experience in the evaluation of sleep apnea, a disorder that can cause serious health issues and requires specialized management.

Manousiadou Physio Center is a modern Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Center located in the center of Korydallos, next to the metro station. Guided by our experience and scientific expertise, we evaluate each patient and determine their rehabilitation program based primarily on their personal needs and specific conditions. Our goal is the immediate relief of symptoms and the fastest possible return of the patient to their daily activities through the use of the most advanced equipment and therapeutic techniques. Our scientific staff undergoes continuous training to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field of physiotherapy, consistently achieving optimal results for each patient's conditions.

Nikolaidou Andriani is a Physiotherapist who runs a private physiotherapy clinic, the "Physio Art Center," in Nea Smyrni. She graduated in 1992 from the Technological Educational Institute of Athens and completed internships during her studies at the National Institute for the Rehabilitation of Disabled Persons, the Naval Hospital of Athens, and the Attica General Hospital KAT. She has attended seminars by the American Society Hands On, focusing on advanced physiotherapy techniques applied in Europe and the USA. Techniques include Trigger Point therapy (for upper and lower limbs and trunk), Manual techniques (chiropractic on the spine - upper and lower limbs), Dry Needling, and neural tissue mobilization. Recently, she trained in Biomedical Acupuncture for musculoskeletal disorders. She is a member of the Panhellenic Physiotherapists Association and the Hellenic Scientific Society of Physiotherapy, and since 2005, she has been a member of the International Association for Dance Medicine & Science (IADMS). At the Physio Art Center physiotherapy clinic, you are welcomed for the treatment and improvement of any condition. Their principle is respect and sensitivity to the patient's issue. Their goal is a thorough analysis of the problem to achieve an excellent therapeutic approach.

Kanellopoulos Dimitrios is a Neurologist - Acupuncturist and maintains a private practice in Petralona. He holds a degree from the Medical School of Turin in northern Italy and serves as a Consultant Neurologist - Scientific Director of the Neurology Department at Euroclinic Athens. He has a postgraduate specialization in biomedical acupuncture, as well as training in electroencephalography and electromyography. In his private practice, he provides high-level services for the prevention and monitoring of cerebrovascular strokes, for the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of dementia (Alzheimer's disease) and other memory disorders, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, as well as for the investigation and management of vertigo, myasthenia, and myopathy. The physician applies biomedical acupuncture as a complementary or alternative therapy for conditions and diseases where classical pharmacological treatment proves to be of limited effectiveness and has numerous side effects, such as migraine, trigeminal neuralgia, vertigo, and insomnia.

Physiomotive - Kousidou Sofia is a Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Center located in Nea Smyrni. Physiomotive is staffed by a team of physiotherapists specialized in the rehabilitation of musculoskeletal, sports, and neurological patients. The physiotherapist and Scientific Director is Vasilogeorgis Giannis (MSc, OMPT, Cert Acup), who studied Physiotherapy at the University of Thessaly. He holds a Master's degree in Neurological Rehabilitation through the PNF method, completed in 2009 at the Advanced 4N (neuro) level, and a Master's degree (MSc) in Molecular and Applied Physiology from the Medical School of Athens at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (E.K.P.A.). He has also completed postgraduate seminars in Therapeutic Taping and Neurodynamics. Additionally, he has studied Pain Physiology and Biomedical Acupuncture through EFEA (Hellenic Physiotherapy Pain Management Society). The physiotherapist - Clinical Pilates Instructor and Director of Physiomotive is Physiomotive - Kousidou Sofia, who studied Physiotherapy at the University of Thessaly. She is certified in the neurological rehabilitation method P.N.F. - Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation, reaching the Advanced IIIa level. Furthermore, she applies therapeutic exercise as a rehabilitation tool, having completed the "Muscle Energy Techniques - Pilates" seminar, and is specialized in therapeutic Pilates as well as Pregnancy Pilates. The staff at Physiomotive includes physiotherapists Dachri Christina (University of Thessaly - OMT Specialized Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist - Clinical Pilates Instructor), Mantellou Efthymia (University of West Attica - Clinical Pilates Instructor - Scoliosis Rehabilitation - Specialist in Lymphatic Physiotherapy), and Panou Alexianna (University of West Attica - Clinical Pilates Instructor).

Ο Φραγκάκης Σπύρος MD, MSc είναι Ρευματολόγος - Φυσικοθεραπευτής και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό ιατρείο στην Αργυρούπολη. Διαθέτει μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο στα Μεταβολικά Νοσήματα των Οστών με βαθμό "Άριστα" από το Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών, ενώ διαθέτει δίπλωμα Ιατρικού Βελονισμού μετά από επιτυχή παρακολούθηση με εξετάσεις υπό την αιγίδα του Διεθνούς Συμβουλίου Ιατρικού Βελονισμού. Επιπλέον, έχει παρακολουθήσει μετεκπαιδευτικά μαθήματα με πρακτική άσκηση από την Ιατρική Σχολή του Πανεπιστημίου της Βιέννης, του Πανεπιστημίου Χάσσελτ και του Πανεπιστημίου της Ζυρίχης. Παράλληλα, διαθέτει πολύτιμη εργασιακή εμπειρία έχοντας απασχοληθεί σε πολυάριθμες Ρευματολογικές Κλινικές και έχει εξοπλιστεί με τις κατάλληλες γνώσεις για τη φυσική αποκατάσταση ρευματολογικών, ορθοπεδικών και νευρολογικών νοσημάτων. Σήμερα στο ιδιωτικό του ιατρείο χρησιμοποιούνται μέσα τελευταίας τεχνολογίας, όπως shockwave, Hiro-laser, Biofeedback, Tens, Διαθερμία, Μαγνητικά πεδία και υπέρηχοι. Τέλος, ο γιατρός είναι μέλος πολλών ελληνικών συλλόγων και επιστημονικών εταιρειών, ενώ φροντίζει να παρακολουθεί σεμινάρια και συνέδρια με στόχο τη διαρκή ενημέρωση και κατάρτιση στον κλάδο του.

Ktistakis Konstantinos is a Physiotherapist and operates "Physio 180°", a modern Physiotherapy Center in Ano Liosia. They specialize in pain management, the rehabilitation of sports injuries, and the improvement of motor function. They provide high-quality physiotherapy, acupuncture, and specialized mobilization techniques tailored to the needs of each patient. Their ultimate goal is your full return to daily and professional activities without pain and with improved functionality.

Fotaki Paraskeui is an Acupuncturist with a private practice in Kallithea. She holds a PhD from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and is certified by the Hellenic Society of Cervical Pathology and Colposcopy. Additionally, she has participated in post-graduate training programs and seminars on Acupuncture and Phytotherapy in China, the Netherlands, Bulgaria, Italy, and the United Kingdom, and has also been trained in traditional Usui Reiki. She has specialized in Hysteroscopy and Laparoscopy at the University Clinic Gareggi in Florence and in Gynecological Endocrinology in Amsterdam. Furthermore, she has specialized in Acupuncture following two years of training at the International Postgraduate Acupuncture Center of Athens, with direct application during her residency at Aretaieio Hospital in collaboration with the Anesthesiology Department. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Surgical Society, the Hellenic Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Hellenic Society of Gynecological Endocrinology, the Hellenic Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Hellenic Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology, as well as the Hellenic Medical Acupuncture Society.

Kanellopoulos Dimitrios is a Neurologist who maintains a private practice in Petralona. He is a graduate of the Medical School of Turin in northern Italy and serves as a Consultant Neurologist and Scientific Head of the Neurology Department at Euroclinic Athens. He holds a postgraduate specialization in biomedical acupuncture, as well as training in electroencephalography and electromyography. In his private practice, he provides high-level services for the prevention and monitoring of vascular cerebrovascular accidents, for the diagnosis, prevention, and management of dementia (Alzheimer's disease) and other memory disorders, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, as well as for the investigation and treatment of vertigo, myasthenia, and myopathy. The physician applies biomedical acupuncture as a complementary or alternative therapy for conditions and diseases where conventional pharmacological treatment has proven to have limited efficacy and numerous side effects, such as migraine, trigeminal neuralgia, vertigo, and insomnia.

Dr. Antonios Aggoules, MD, PhD, is an Orthopedic Surgeon who maintains a private practice in Neo Psychiko. He holds a doctoral degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as a medical degree from the same institution. He completed his specialty training in Orthopedics at the "Asklepieio" Voula Hospital, "P. & A. Kyriakou" Children's Hospital, and "Agios Savvas" Hospital, followed by a fellowship in the Academic Unit of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery at Leeds General Infirmary, funded by a scholarship from the Hellenic Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology. The doctor has extensive experience in sports injuries, trauma, knee surgery, low back pain, neck pain, as well as medical acupuncture, holding certification in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Medical Acupuncture from the AcuScience International Postgraduate Center on Acupuncture. He collaborates with renowned private healthcare institutions and simultaneously teaches in higher education. His scientific work includes publications in international and recognized Greek medical journals, as well as numerous presentations at medical conferences on topics related to orthopedics, traumatology, and physical rehabilitation. Finally, he is a member of the Athens Medical Association and former President of its Alternative Medicine Committee, as well as a member of the Hellenic Medical Acupuncture Society.

Konstantelias Athanasios is a Neurosurgeon Acupuncturist, maintains an Acupuncture practice in Athens and Peristeri. He specializes in the application of Medical Acupuncture according to therapeutic protocols, which are specific to each patient. He holds a degree in Medicine from the University of Crete and a diploma from the National & Kapodistrian University of Athens. He has been post-trained in the Department of Neurotraumatology and Spine at the SRH Zentralklinikum Suhl in Germany. He has served as a Consultant Neurosurgeon (Facharzt Neurochirurgie) at the Cereneo Clinic in Lucerne, Switzerland. He holds a Diploma in Medical Acupuncture, which he obtained after 2 years of training and examinations from the Acupuncture Training Institute of Greece. He holds a Diploma in Medical Acupuncture from the ICMART World Council of Medical Acupuncture. She has further postgraduate specialization in Yamamoto's Scalp Acupuncture at the International School of Scalp Acupuncture. Yamamoto's method is also referred to as neuroacupuncture. In this method, acute and chronic pain and neurological conditions are treated by inserting a small number of needles into specific areas of the head. The method is used for a variety of conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, headaches, musculoskeletal pain and neuralgia. The practitioner carries out acupuncture treatments across the therapeutic spectrum.