Health professionals for Acupuncture

Georgios Taxias is a Dermatologist - Venereologist who maintains private practices in Pefki and Kifisia. He studied at the Medical School of the University of L'Aquila in Italy and completed his specialty training as a Dermatologist - Venereologist at the University Clinic of the University General Hospital of Patras. Additionally, he has been trained in seminars by the Italian Association of Medical and Surgical Aesthetics in Bologna, Italy, focusing on dermal implants and Botox. He has worked as a Dermatology Registrar at the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas" and was Head of the Department of Pigmented Skin Lesions. Furthermore, he has worked in the outpatient clinics of the Bioclinic of Piraeus. Finally, the doctor has actively participated with oral and written publications in numerous medical conferences and workshops in Greece and abroad.

Ο Αλέξανδρος Σιδέρης είναι φυσικοθεραπευτής με κλινική εξειδίκευση στη Μυοσκελετική Φυσικοθεραπεία, το Manual Therapy, τον Βιοϊατρικό Βελονισμό και τη διαχείριση του επίμονου και χρόνιου πόνου. Δραστηριοποιείται σε δύο εξειδικευμένες κλινικές φυσικοθεραπείας, τη Physio Science Clinic και το Pain Physios, εφαρμόζοντας μια κοινή φιλοσοφία σύγχρονης, εξατομικευμένης και επιστημονικά τεκμηριωμένης φυσικοθεραπείας.

Και στους δύο κλινικούς χώρους, η θεραπεία ξεκινά από την ουσιαστική κατανόηση του προβλήματος και όχι απλώς από τη διάγνωση. Η λεπτομερής αξιολόγηση, ο κλινικός συλλογισμός και η συνεχής επανεκτίμηση αποτελούν τη βάση για τη δημιουργία ενός πραγματικά εξατομικευμένου θεραπευτικού πλάνου.

Ιδιαίτερη έμφαση δίνεται στη Μυοσκελετική Φυσικοθεραπεία, στον επίμονο και χρόνιο πόνο, στις παθήσεις της σπονδυλικής στήλης, στις κεφαλαλγίες, στις δυσλειτουργίες της κροταφογναθικής άρθρωσης, στις παθήσεις του περιφερικού νευρικού συστήματος, καθώς και σε σύνθετα περιστατικά όπου τα συμπτώματα επιμένουν ή δεν εξηγούνται εύκολα από μία μόνο διάγνωση.

Παράλληλα, προσφέρονται εξατομικευμένα προγράμματα μετεγχειρητικής και αθλητικής αποκατάστασης, με στόχο την ασφαλή επάνοδο στη λειτουργικότητα, την επιθυμητή καθημερινότητα και την επιστροφή στον αθλητισμό.

Στις υπηρεσίες των δύο κλινικών χώρων περιλαμβάνονται, ανάλογα με τις ανάγκες κάθε περιστατικού, θεραπευτική άσκηση, Manual Therapy, βελονισμός, εκπαίδευση στην κατανόηση του πόνου και σύγχρονες τεχνολογίες αποκατάστασης, πάντα μέσα σε ένα εξατομικευμένο θεραπευτικό πλάνο.

Στους τομείς εξειδικευμένης φροντίδας εντάσσονται επίσης η Φυσικοθεραπεία Πυελικού Εδάφους και η φυσικοθεραπευτική υποστήριξη ανθρώπων στους οποίους ο χρόνιος πόνος, το στρες, η χρόνια κόπωση και η ψυχική επιβάρυνση αλληλεπιδρούν και επηρεάζουν σημαντικά τη λειτουργικότητα και την ποιότητα ζωής. Η κοινή φιλοσοφία των δύο κλινικών χώρων είναι απλή: δεν αντιμετωπίζουμε μόνο τη διάγνωση, αλλά τον άνθρωπο πίσω από αυτήν.

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.

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.

Despoina Rizopoulou is a Pathologist specialized in acupuncture. She maintains private practices in the Nea Raidestos area of Thermi and in Kalamaria. She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Thessaly in July 1997. After completing her rural service, she specialized in Pathology at the Pathology Clinic of Kastoria Hospital and at the 2nd Propaedeutic Pathology Clinic of Hippokration Hospital in Thessaloniki, obtaining her specialty certification in January 2006.

ThinkPhysiotherapy - Papazoglou Apostolos is located in Ilisia. ThinkPhysiotherapy - Papazoglou Apostolos is a Physiotherapist who studied Physiotherapy at the Technological Educational Institute of Aegio. He specializes in Physiotherapeutic Evaluation and Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, as well as Neurological Rehabilitation.

Takvorian Maria is a Military Physician - Physiatrist with a private practice in Alimos. She holds a degree from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and is a graduate of the Military Officers School of Corps. She is the Director of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department at the Central Clinics of Athens of the Hellenic Police. Additionally, she is the Scientific Manager of the Physiatric Department at the Model Center for Diagnosis and Rehabilitation of Musculoskeletal Disorders "ORTHO REHAB." After completing her specialty at the PHMR clinic of the General Hospital Asklipieio Voulas, Dr. Takvorian continued her training at the Tor Vergata University Hospital in Rome, where she specialized in the treatment of sports injuries, the use of musculoskeletal ultrasound (certified by the Ministry of Health), as well as mesotherapy. She is a graduate of ACU SCIENCE (International Postgraduate Acupuncture Center Athens) and has also been trained in Traditional Chinese Acupuncture and Auricular Acupuncture. She has completed the pain management training program of the Hellenic Society of Anesthesiology and has been trained in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy of Spinal and Limb Disorders (McKENZIE), the therapeutic use of shock waves (ESWT), and prolotherapy. Dr. Takvorian holds the European specialty title in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (FEBPRM). In her clinic, she undertakes the diagnosis and rehabilitation of orthopedic, neurological, and rheumatological conditions, as well as sports injuries.

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.

Theodorakopoulos Georgios - Impact Physio is a Physiotherapist who operates a private Physiotherapy clinic in Neo Psychiko. He graduated from the Department of Physiotherapy at the University of Patras and has acquired the title of specialized musculoskeletal physiotherapist by completing his training with the Hellenic OMT Diploma educational institution, recognized by the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (IFOMT). Additionally, he has completed the Biomedical Acupuncture program at the University of West Attica and is a certified acupuncture specialist. Concurrently, he holds the title of Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist from the University of Barcelona, having completed the Barca Universitas program. He is certified in the use of Blood Flow Restriction Training equipment and holds a master's degree (MSc) in Therapeutic Exercise from the University of Patras. He has attended and continues to participate in numerous seminars and training sessions both in Greece and abroad. Finally, he has worked with professional category football and basketball teams and has collaborated with athletes in football, basketball, tennis, swimming, CrossFit, weightlifting, and water polo at both amateur and professional levels, and he is a member of the educational team of Hellenic OMTEdu.

The physiotherapy center has been operating since 2012 in the area of Agios Stefanos. The scientific director, Mr. Gkaveras Vasilis, is specialized in the rehabilitation of musculoskeletal, neurological, and respiratory disorders, as well as therapeutic exercise and acupuncture. Vasilis Gkaveras is a graduate of the Technological Educational Institute (TEI) of Athens, Department of Physiotherapy. He has attended numerous conferences, both as a participant and as a speaker. Since his graduation in 2007, he has been continuously enhancing his education by attending seminars in his field of expertise. He has completed seminars in Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF 1, 2, 3a), myofascial trigger point therapy (Trigger Point Therapy 1, 2), dry needling (Dry Needle Therapy 1), and sports taping (Medical Taping), qualifications that make him specialized in musculoskeletal and neurological cases. In 2012, he completed the two-year first cycle of postgraduate studies at the Greek Association of Manual Therapy Physiotherapists, obtaining the title of Manual Therapist, internationally recognized by IFOMT. Regarding his professional experience, he has worked in several physiotherapy clinics in Athens (ARCOS Rehabilitation Center, OSTEO-PHYSIO Therapy Lab, 401 General Military Hospital of Athens), as well as at the municipal polyclinics of Agios Stefanos, through volunteer work. At the beginning of 2013, he founded the physiotherapy center "Physiopulse." Finally, he also provides home treatment services.

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.

Mpageris Ioannis is a Neurologist who maintains private practices in Pedion tou Areos and Ilion. He holds a postgraduate specialization in Biomedical Acupuncture and a degree from the Medical School of the University of Patras. He completed his residency in psychiatry at the General Hospital of Elefsina "Thriasio" and in neurology at the General Hospital of Attica "KAT," as well as in neurology at the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos." There, he had the opportunity to train in conditions such as cerebrovascular strokes, dementia, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, myasthenia, migraine, vertigo, polyneuropathies, and sleep disorders. Finally, the doctor has participated in numerous medical seminars and conferences and has contributed to the development of medical research papers.

Kampanos Aristeidis is a Physiotherapist and operates a private clinic in Korydallos. He graduated from the Physiotherapy Department of the Technological Educational Institute of Athens and received postgraduate training in Biomedical Acupuncture at the University of West Attica. The clinic offers a wide range of services aimed at the complete rehabilitation of the patient, always prioritizing their safety.

Ο Ρουτσώνης Αλέξιος είναι Ιατρός Νευρολόγος και Πιστοποιημένος Βελονιστής και διατηρεί το ιδιωτικό του ιατρείο στο Πανόραμα Θεσσαλονίκης. Αναλαμβάνει εύρος παθήσεων που σχετίζονται με την ειδικότητα του νευρολόγου, άνοια, άτομα μετά από εγκεφαλικά επεισόδια, περιπτώσεις Alzheimer, Parkinson, κεφαλαλγίες, ιλίγγους.

Εξυπηρετεί και κατ' οίκον στις περιοχές της Ανατολικής Θεσσαλονίκης.

Papadopoulos Dimitrios is an Anesthesiologist - Acupuncturist and maintains a Private Pain Clinic in Acharnes. He graduated from the Medical School of Varna and specialized in Anesthesiology at the "Konstantopouleio" General Hospital (Agia Olga). He trained at the Pain & Palliative Care Clinic at the General Oncology Hospital “Agioi Anargyroi” and holds a Certificate of Attendance from Continuing Education Seminars in Algology (SEΑ). He holds an Acupuncture Diploma from the International Postgraduate Acupuncture Center AcuScience (2009 - 2011). He has served as an Anesthesiologist at the UHB Trust in the United Kingdom and as an Assistant Consultant Anesthesiologist B’ at the General Hospital of Samos. As part of his continuous professional development, he participates in numerous conferences and seminars in Regional Anaesthesia and Pain Management in Greece and abroad, as well as in Auricular Acupuncture - Auricular Neuromodulation with Prof. Bazzoni.