Health professionals for Acupuncture

Η Dr. Μαρκάκη Χαρά ND είναι Γεροντολόγος, Φυσιοπαθητικός - Βελονίστρια Ομοιοπαθητικός – Ιριδολόγος και δραστηριοποείται ιδιωτικά στο Μοσχάτο. Έχει σπουδάσει Γεροντολογία (B.sc - The University of America) με ειδίκευση στην Αντιγήρανση και την εξισορρόπηση ορμονικών διαταραχών, Φυσιοπαθητική – Κυτταρική Ιατρική (Adv. Professional Diploma – Neohippocrates School) και Ιριδολογία (Centro Dorimo in Microseeiotica Oftalmica – Padova, Italy). Στο πλαίσιο της Ολιστικής Ιατρικής, εφαρμόζει Βελονισμό, Παραδοσιακή Κινέζικη Ιατρική, Κινέζικη Βοτανοθεραπεία, Δυτική Βοτανοθεραπεία, Ομοιοπαθητική, Ορθομοριακή, Ιπποκρατική Ιατρική – Διατροφοπαθητική, Αγιουβέρδικη Ιατρική καθώς και Πόσιμη Αρωματοθεραπεία. Την περίοδο 2004 - 2005, προσέφερε τις επιστημονικές της υπηρεσίες, στο πρότυπο νοσοκομείο GLOBAL HOSPITAL AND RESEARCH CENTER- MOUNT ABU, Ινδία, όπου απέκτησε σημαντική κλινική εμπειρία και ολοκλήρωσε την διδακτορική της διατριβή, στην φιλοσοφία και ιστορία της Ιπποκρατικής και Αγιουβέρδικης ιατρικής και την αντιμετώπιση των διαφορετικών τύπων του διαβήτη, με εφαρμογές μεθόδων φυσιοπαθητικής προσέγγισης ενώ αξίζει να αναφερθεί πως βραβεύτηκε ως η αποδοτικότερη ιατρός φυσιοπαθητικής σε θεραπευτικά αποτελέσματα. Με την επιστροφή της από την Ινδία, ολοκλήρωσε τον κύκλο των σπουδών της, στο GLOBAL RETREAT CENTER OF OXFORD U.K (SPIRITUAL UNIVERSITY). To 2006 συμμετείχε ενεργά στις προσπάθειες του συλλόγου γυναικών με καρκίνο του μαστού στις Κυκλάδες, δίνοντας διαλέξεις στο Βαρδάκειο νοσοκομείο Σύρου και εφαρμόζοντας ολιστικές θεραπευτικές προσεγγίσεις. Έχει συνεργαστεί με το Ωνάσειο Καρδιοχειρουργικό Κέντρο καθώς επίσης και με ερευνητικά κέντρα του Ισραήλ σε θέματα κυτταρικής και κβαντικής ιατρικής. Μέχρι σήμερα δίνει δημόσιες διαλέξεις, σε θέματα προληπτικής ιατρικής, ιατρικής νανοτεχνολογίας (νανοβελονισμός) στην Ελλάδα και το εξωτερικό. Αρθρογραφεί σε επιστημονικά περιοδικά και ιστοσελίδες, ενώ το βιογραφικό της συμπεριλαμβάνεται στην διεθνή εγκυκλοπαίδεια βιογραφιών, WHO IS WHO. Τέλος, έχει δώσει συνεντεύξεις σε τηλεοπτικές και ραδιοφωνικές εκπομπές με θέμα την ολιστική υγεία.

Malakou - Rontouli Dimitra maintains a private clinic and is a scientific collaborator at the Animus rehabilitation and recovery center in Larissa. She specializes in the management of chronic musculoskeletal pain with perineural injections – Lyftogt PI.T and regenerative medicine including prolotherapy, mesotherapy, and medical acupuncture. She is also specialized in pedobarography - gait analysis and electromyography. She is a physiatrist, Senior Fellow of the European Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, a graduate of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Medical School, with 13 years of experience in rehabilitation and recovery centers. Her training and specialization were completed in similar centers in Greece and Europe. Her clinic provides a personalized rehabilitation program for each patient to ensure the best possible treatment and healing.

Prokopi Nikoletta is a Physiotherapist and the Scientific Director of the private Physiotherapy Center "ProkopiPhysio" located in Ampelokipoi. She holds a degree from the Technological Educational Institute of Physiotherapy, a PhD from the Medical School of the University of Patras, and is a laboratory collaborator at the Department of Physiotherapy of the University of Western Greece. She has received postgraduate training in Gynecological Physiotherapy and is a certified Pelvic Floor Trainer (PFT) for pelvic floor rehabilitation. Additionally, she has specialized in the most modern methods for the rehabilitation of spinal disorders, Respiratory Physiotherapy, treatment of the lower jaw, Dry Needling acupuncture, and Visceral Mobilization (Barral technique, Grenoble, France). She is a member of the European Parkinson Disease Association (EPDA) as well as the Hellenic Society for Parkinson's Disease "EPIKOUROS-kinisi," with extensive experience in the rehabilitation of patients with this condition. Furthermore, she holds certifications in manual therapy techniques and Maitland and Ackermann chiropractic techniques for the assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal problems throughout the body. Finally, her clinical experience is notable, having worked in numerous clinics and hospitals such as the University Hospital of Patras, General State Hospital of Nikaia, Iaso General Hospital, and White Cross Athens.

Physioaskisis -Afoi Tsiampa is a physiotherapy center located in Chalandri, led by Thanos Tsiampas, who completed his postgraduate studies at the University of Brighton in the United Kingdom. At the physiotherapy center, each patient can receive information on the appropriate rehabilitation and treatment methods for their condition. The center provides specialized services in sports injuries, neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation, as well as services for meniscus rehabilitation, mobility restoration due to lymphatic dysfunction, and exercises and techniques to assist patients with chronic respiratory conditions using standard physiotherapy equipment, shockwave therapy, and TEKAR devices. Additionally, it has extensive experience in traumatic brain injuries, as well as orthopedic and rheumatologic disorders.

Ioannidou Iliana MD, MSc is a Pulmonologist - Phthisiologist - Acupuncturist and maintains a private practice in Ilioupoli. She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Crete and holds a postgraduate degree in "Lung Cancer: Modern Clinical and Laboratory Approach & Research" from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She began her specialty in Pulmonology - Phthisiology at the Lung Cancer Center of the Academic Hospital Clemenshospital in Münster, Germany, and completed it at the General Hospital for Chest Diseases of Athens "Sotiria." She specialized in Intensive Care at the University Intensive Care Unit of the General Hospital for Chest Diseases of Athens "Sotiria," where she served as an Attending Physician for 2 years. Concurrently, the doctor has been trained in Medical Acupuncture at the International Postgraduate Acupuncture Center AcuScience, under the auspices of the Hellenic Medical Acupuncture Society, as well as in Advanced and Immediate Life Support (ALS & ILS provider). She served as an Attending Physician in the Intensive Care Unit of the Athens Medical Center, while to date she remains an Attending Physician of the Pulmonology Team at the same hospital. In her private practice, she offers a wide range of services, personalized to the specific needs of each patient. 

Piskopaki Sofia is a Physiotherapy graduate from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, since 2014, and a registered member of the HCPC (Health Care Professional Council) as well as the Panhellenic Association of Physiotherapists. She operates a physiotherapy center in Heraklion, Crete. In 2017, she completed her Master's program titled "Orthopedic Science and Rehabilitation" with a focus on Manual Therapy at the University of Nicosia. In her pursuit of new physiotherapy techniques, she completed studies in sports rehabilitation through Clinical Pilates and subsequently attended a series of seminars on sports rehabilitation (Sports Physio) at HOMTD in Attica. Her master's in orthopedic rehabilitation motivated her to deepen her knowledge in acupuncture, leading her to complete studies in 2019 entitled "Acupuncture for Health Professionals" at the University of West Attica (PADE). Later, she earned the title of specialized clinical acupuncture instructor. From 2021 to 2024, she served as Director of the Physiotherapy Department at the Metropolitan College of Heraklion. Since December 2022, she holds the OMT (Orthopaedic Manipulative/Musculoskeletal Therapy) qualification from the internationally certified educational organization Hellenic OMTDiploma (IFOMPT approved). Her clinical experience began in 2015, working alongside renowned physiotherapists in Athens who supported her active engagement in the physiotherapy field as well as in seminar education. Consequently, in 2022, she decided to start as a freelancer in Heraklion, Crete, in a 330 sqm facility in Agios Ioannis with 4 treatment rooms and 2 gyms (therapeutic exercise and clinical Pilates). Certified seminars are also held at the same location in collaboration with Hellenic OMTDiploma (IFOMPT approved).

Varvagiannis Konstantinos is a Physiotherapist who conducts home visits. He is a certified physiotherapist specializing in the rehabilitation of musculoskeletal disorders with many years of experience in providing personalized therapeutic programs tailored to the needs and goals of each patient. He focuses on the overall improvement of functionality, mobility, and quality of life, utilizing evidence-based practices, modern rehabilitation methods, and continuous professional development. He is distinguished by effective communication, empathy, and his ability to empower patients of all ages through prevention, education, and support in self-managing their symptoms.

Rebalance - Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation in Koukaki is a fully equipped facility offering a friendly and comfortable environment where physiotherapeutic treatment and a supportive approach are provided for all types of musculoskeletal, neurological, and respiratory conditions. Through a holistic approach and individualized programs tailored to each patient’s needs, the Center's supervisors, in excellent collaboration with their specialized partners, ensure the fastest and most complete rehabilitation. Their continuous updating on innovative therapies in conjunction with contemporary scientific research is a key component of their success and a prerequisite for guaranteeing the provision of excellent services. The Center offers, in addition to Assessment and Physiotherapeutic Rehabilitation, Therapeutic Massage, Cross Functional Training, Yoga and Pilates classes in small groups of 3-6 people, as well as Nutritional and Dietary counseling.

Papagiannaki Kanela & Associates is a physiotherapist and operates scientific physiotherapy centers in Pangrati and Neo Heraklio. She holds a degree in Physiotherapy from the University of West Attica. She has specialized in many areas of her field, as well as in various therapeutic methods aimed at improving and treating different conditions of her patients. During her studies, she completed her practical training in public hospitals, where she gained experience in cases from various medical specialties, such as orthopedics, neurology, pathology, and sports medicine. In the past, she also volunteered at various physiotherapy and rehabilitation centers. Additionally, she has served as a scientific collaborator at Aegean College and the Metropolitan College of Athens, as well as a scientific advisor to major gyms and sports clubs. Beyond this, she has been a member of various associations related to her specialty.

Parousi Amalia is a Specialist General Practitioner and maintains her private practice in Acharnes. She obtained her Specialty in General Medicine from the Medical School of the University of Athens and is a member of the Athens Medical Association (Reg. No. 28,447), a member of the Hellenic Society of General Medicine (ELEGEIA), a member of the board of directors of the Panhellenic Medical Acupuncture Society based in Athens since 1982, and an active member of the International Council for Medical Acupuncture (ICMART) based in Brussels, organizing and participating in educational seminars and conferences both in Greece and abroad. She works as a Family General Practitioner, contracted with TEVE, OGA, and other insurance funds, at her clinic. She is appointed at IKA, in the area of Acharnes, Attica. She is involved in primary medical care as a General Practitioner, utilizing acupuncture alongside conventional pharmacological medicine as part of her treatment arsenal, always tailored to the case with the aim of the best patient care. As part of her scientific development, the doctor attended a postgraduate training program in August 2010 on medical acupuncture at the China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Beijing and obtained the Certificate of Advanced Acupuncture and Moxibustion.

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.

Periferakis Konstantinos is a Pathologist - Acupuncture Specialist and maintains a private practice in Kolonos. He holds a degree from the Faculty of Medicine at Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie "Victor Babes" Timisoara and has specialized at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens and the Metaxa Hospital. Additionally, he has been trained in Acupuncture, Phytotherapy, Reiki Energy Healing, and Iridology, and has completed further training in Acupuncture at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Chinese Phytotherapy at the International Postgraduate Acupuncture Science Center, and in the Abdominal Acupuncture System. To date, he remains a member of the Teaching Team at the Academy of Ancient Greek and Traditional Chinese Medicine, as well as a member of the Medical Association of Athens, the Hellenic Microbiological Society, the Hellenic Medical Society of Acupuncture, and the Hellenic Medical Society of Iridology. Finally, he has participated in the 8th and 15th Panhellenic Acupuncture Congresses and speaks English, Romanian, and Italian.

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.

Physio Quality Darra Xrysanthi - Georganas Konstantinos is a physiotherapy center located in Pallini. The Scientific Directors are the Physiotherapist Darra Xrysanthi and the Physiotherapist Georganas Konstantinos. Darra Xrysanthi is a graduate of the Physiotherapy Department of TEI Athens. She has experience working for several years in physiotherapy centers, and in recent years has been providing home treatments for the rehabilitation of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, while also working as a Pilates Instructor in a gym. Georganas Konstantinos is a graduate of Physiotherapy from TEI Lamia and has been trained in manual therapy and dry needling. He has extensive experience having worked in physiotherapy and rehabilitation centers and offers home treatment services. In the modern facility of Physio Quality, they professionally manage cases of musculoskeletal, neurological, and other conditions, thanks to their specialized expertise.

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.

Karapapas Georgios is a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist and operates his private physiotherapy center Physiopractic in Aigaleo. He holds a degree in Physiotherapy from the School of Health and Welfare Professions at ATEI Athens and has specialized in Biomedical Acupuncture at the University of West Attica. The Physiopractic physiotherapy center consists of a team of specialized and experienced physiotherapists with clinical expertise. At Physiopractic, modern rehabilitation methods are applied using specialized techniques and state-of-the-art equipment that are completely safe and effective, aiming to meet the ever-increasing demands. The goal is immediate patient contact, the development of trust relationships, and individualized patient care, while the philosophy governing the center's operation is the provision of high-quality healthcare services aimed at the prompt rehabilitation of any type of injury, improvement of functionality, and ensuring a better quality of life for each patient.

Our center caters to individuals who, following accidents or illnesses, require physiotherapy services. We undertake all types of postoperative rehabilitation as well as rehabilitation for neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, cerebrovascular strokes, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, Parkinson's disease, rheumatologic conditions, lymphedema, sports injuries, post-traumatic pain such as lower back pain – sciatica, cervical syndrome, ankylosing spondylitis, and hand injuries.

With over 30 years of experience and active presence in the rehabilitation field, the physiotherapy unit of Physiopolis Kentro Fysikotherapeias Xalandri - Maria Saxa is confident in fully meeting the needs and demands of every case.

The services we offer at our facility are provided by highly trained staff who, combined with the capabilities of the space, comply with the highest standards.

Musculoskeletal rehabilitation (Spine & Pelvis, Shoulder, Elbow - Wrist - Hand, Hip, Knee, Ankle & Foot) - Headache - Sports injuries - Orthotic support / Footprint analysis, Neurological rehabilitation Physiotherapy for children & adults Hydrotherapy / Heated pool Therapeutic exercise - Clinical Pilates (mat/reformer) - Clinical Aqua Pilates Chiropractic - Osteopathy Therapeutic massage Acupuncture / Electroacupuncture Equipment: Diapulse pump, Shockwave (radial ultrasound), RF radiofrequencies (Tecar, Indiba), Magnetic fields / Electromagnetic stimulator (papimi), Lymphatic drainage boots, Supportive technology (Compex, Activ5, Biometrics, HandTutor)