Doctors for Dementia

Nikolakopoulou Anastasia is a Neurologist, PhD holder from the Medical School of the University of Patras, with private practices in Pangrati and Aigio. She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Patras. She specialized at the Neurology Clinic of the University General Hospital of Patras "Panagia i Voitheia." She has worked in various institutions in Patras, as well as serving as an instructor in the Nursing - Traumatology department of the IEK Aigio. Additionally, she has worked as a Neurologist at the IATRO Medical Center and acts as a technical consultant in forensic expertise related to road traffic accidents with traumatic brain injuries, will disputes due to dementia, etc.

Georgatos Gerasimos is a Psychiatrist with a private practice in Acharnes. He completed his medical studies at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and provides comprehensive psychiatric care to adults, addressing issues such as anxiety, mood disorders, panic disorder, depression, psychoses, and a wide range of other mental health conditions. He has worked in both the private and public sectors, gaining significant clinical experience through his work in private practice, at the General Oncology Hospital of Kifisia, and at the Attica Psychiatric Hospital Dromokaiteio, where he also completed his specialization. He applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a scientifically validated approach, aiming for accurate diagnosis, personalized treatment, and the overall enhancement of his patients' mental health and quality of life. All therapeutic decisions are made collaboratively, following a thorough presentation of available options, so that the patient can actively participate in the therapeutic process.

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Thrapsanioti Eleutheria MD is a Psychiatrist - Psychotherapist and a collaborator of the "P. Sakkelaropoulos" Institute of Mental Health for Children and Adults. She studied and is preparing her doctoral thesis at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Since her graduation, she has worked as a scientific associate at the Laboratory of Cognitive Neuroscience and Sensorimotor Control at the Research University Mental Health Institute "KOSTAS STEFANIS," investigating the neurophysiology of psychoses. She specialized at the Hellenic Center for Mental Health and Research (E.KE.PSY.E) and the First Psychiatric Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens at Aeginiteio Hospital, where she collaborated in the Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Department and received further training in psychoanalytic theory and technique. She served for two years at the General Hospital of Chania as a Senior Registrar B', responsible for a closed ward and outpatient clinic, gaining significant clinical experience across the full spectrum of mental disorders (psychosis, depression, anxiety, dementia, etc.). Concurrently, as a regular board member of the Chania Medical Association, she participated in various initiatives for mental health rights (combating stigma, community reintegration, promoting awareness and enlightenment). She has published scientific papers in international journals, presented at the 2015 conference of the American Society for Neuroscience, and continues to actively pursue her research activities.

Karantzouvali Panagiota is a specialist Psychiatrist with clinical experience in various fields of psychiatry and psychotherapy. She graduated from the Medical School of the English-speaking Comenius University in Bratislava. Subsequently, she served as a rural doctor at the Regional Clinic of Prosotsani and the Health Center of Prosotsani, in Drama. The first part of her specialty training was completed at the 424 General Military Hospital of Thessaloniki, where she was trained in the full spectrum of general psychiatry, with an emphasis on emergency case management. As part of her training, she participated for one year in the Psychiatric Outpatient Department of the 424 Hospital (ΨΤΕΠ), gaining experience in Individual Supportive Psychotherapy. She participated in Group Psychotherapies (Psychoses, Personality Disorders, Alcohol Use Disorder). The remainder of her specialty training was completed at the AHEPA University Hospital (management of acute psychiatric cases, regular outpatient clinics, liaison-consultation service). She actively participated in the Trauma Clinic, gaining experience in managing psychotraumatic conditions, in the Psychogeriatric Clinic, with active involvement in the diagnosis and monitoring of geriatric patients, patients with memory disorders and dementia, and in the Telepsychiatry Clinic. She has completed a one-year supervised training in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. She is also a certified Psychotherapist of Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT).

Avramidis Pantelis-Aris MD, MSc is a Specialist Neurologist who maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. He graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. After completing his studies, he specialized in academic hospitals in Germany, where he worked with the full spectrum of neurological disorders. In 2019, he obtained the specialty title in Neurology. Subsequently, he worked as a Senior Registrar (Oberarzt) in the Vascular Diseases Unit (überregionales Stroke Unit) and the Neurosonography Laboratory. In 2022, he received certification for performing ultrasounds of extracranial and intracranial vessels from the German Society of Ultrasound in Medicine (DEGUM) and for performing ultrasounds of peripheral nerves and muscles from the German Society of Clinical Neurophysiology (DGKN). Since 2024, he has maintained a private practice in Thessaloniki, where Neurosonography examinations (Triplex of carotid and cerebral vessels, ultrasound of peripheral nerves and muscles) and Neurophysiological assessments (Electromyography, Nerve Conduction Studies) are conducted. Since 2024, he has maintained a private practice in Thessaloniki, where Neurosonography (Triplex of carotids and cerebral vessels, ultrasound of peripheral nerves and muscles) and Neurophysiological assessments (Electromyography, Nerve Conduction Studies) are performed.

Psaltaki Mariaggeliki is a Neurologist and maintains a private practice in Alimos and Megara.

She specialized in Neurology at the 1st Neurology Clinic of the University of Athens at Aiginiteio Hospital. In her private practice in Alimos, she manages all cases related to the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of neurological disorders. She provides specialized services for movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease, cognitive and behavioral disorders including Alzheimer’s disease, Lewy body dementia, vascular dementia, central nervous system diseases such as multiple sclerosis, other autoimmune disorders, as well as neuropathies, myopathies, and motor neuron disease. Additionally, she monitors and treats cases of cerebrovascular accidents and epileptic syndromes. She also manages neurological symptoms within the context of systemic diseases.

Finally, as part of her ongoing professional development, she has participated in numerous conferences, seminars, and postgraduate training courses.

Antonis Mougias is a Psychiatrist, PhD holder from the University of Ioannina, and maintains a private practice in Kolonaki. He has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Therapy of Psychosis. For years, he has been monitoring and treating individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, depression, and other psychological issues. Additionally, he is the Scientific Director of the Memory Center of the Psychogeriatric Society "Nestor" and has served as the Scientific Director of the Alzheimer Center of the same society for 7 years. As the Scientific Director of the Psychogeriatric Society "Nestor," he has developed and is responsible for numerous interventions aimed at patients with dementia and their caregivers. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Hellenic Society of Gerontology and Geriatrics. He also prescribes medications and issues psychiatric condition certificates. Finally, the doctor has extensive clinical experience, as well as numerous scientific publications.

Zolota Katerina is a Psychiatrist - Psychotherapist and runs a private practice in Neos Kosmos. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, receiving a scholarship. She holds a Master’s degree (MA) in Health Unit Management. She initially specialized in Psychiatry at the State Therapeutic Center - General Hospital - Health Center of Leros and subsequently completed her specialty at the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica (PSNA Dafni). As part of her psychiatric specialization, she trained in the acute cases clinic in the 5th Psychiatric Admissions Department of PSNA, liaison-consultation psychiatry and forensic psychiatry at the 2nd Psychiatric Clinic of the University General Hospital "Attikon," community psychiatry at the Mental Health Center of Peristeri of PSNA, child psychiatry at the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Department of the General Hospital Asklipieio Voulas, and neurology at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens. She completed the four-year program of the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies (EGSS) and was certified as a Psychotherapist in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In 2019, she was selected by the European College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ECNP) and attended the School of Neuropsychopharmacology in Oxford. She has worked as a Junior Psychiatrist at the State Therapeutic Center of Leros and in mental health services. She has received further training through seminars in psychopharmacology, psychopathology, psychogeriatrics, psychotherapeutic content, among others, within the framework of Continuing Education and Lifelong Learning. Concurrently, she maintains a consistent presence at psychiatric conferences. She has experience across the full spectrum of psychiatric disorders. She provides psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and combined treatment services. There is the option for home visits and online sessions. The clinic is located directly opposite the Agios Ioannis metro station.

Makris Vasileios is a Military Physician-Psychiatrist and maintains a private practice in Ilisia. He graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and specialized in the Psychiatric Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens 'Evangelismos.' He serves as a consultant in the Psychiatric Clinic of the Naval Hospital of Athens. He has attended postgraduate seminars covering a broad range of topics, including the two-year program 'Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety Disorders' at EPIPSY. Appointments are available by prior arrangement, with the option for home visits.

Kotsiou Eui is a Neurologist who maintains a private practice in Ilisia. She works as a specialized neurologist at the Day Center of the Alzheimer Society of Athens in Mets. She is also a collaborator of the Neurology Clinic at the Medical Center of Palaio Faliro. She is a graduate of the Medical School of the University of Crete and graduated with honors from the postgraduate program in Clinical Neuropsychology - Cognitive Neurosciences at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, in collaboration with the Montreal Neurological Institute of McGill University in Canada. She specialized in Neurology at the Clinique Romande de Réadaptation-SUVA in Switzerland and subsequently at the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos," acquiring significant clinical experience in a broad spectrum of acute and chronic neurological diseases. More specifically, as part of her specialization, she was trained in the Memory Specialty Clinic, as well as the Multiple Sclerosis Specialty Clinic. She has participated in numerous Greek and international conferences. Her particular scientific interests include dementia and other cognitive disorders.

Dr. Mamali Margarita is a Neurologist and Attending Physician at the 1st Neurology Clinic of Metropolitan General Hospital (Cholargos) and maintains a private practice in the Zografou area. She holds a medical degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a postgraduate degree from the same institution. She completed her specialization at the Neurology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos" and, as a scholarship recipient of the Hellenic Neurological Society, pursued further training in electroneurophysiology at the 1st University Neurology Clinic of Athens at "Aeginiteio" Hospital. She was a founding member of the Stroke Unit at the private medical center "IASO General" and collaborated with the "Henry Dunant" Hospital. Furthermore, she worked for two years as an Attending Physician at the Neurology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Korgialeneio-Benakio E.E.S." She has participated as a co-investigator in clinical studies on multiple sclerosis, dementia, and cerebrovascular accidents. Dr. Mamali possesses a significant body of published work and regularly participates in Greek and international neurology conferences. Finally, her clinical experience gained from the largest public hospitals in Athens enables her to manage cases involving various neurological fields and to recognize neurological manifestations arising from diseases of other systems, such as cardiovascular diseases, connective tissue disorders, hematological conditions, inflammatory bowel diseases, endocrine disorders, and malignancies.

Daskalaki Argyro is a Neurologist who maintains a private practice in Marousi. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and is an honors graduate of the Postgraduate Program in "Clinical Neuropsychology" at NKUA. She worked as a trainee doctor in the United Kingdom at Guy’s & St Thomas, King’s College, and St George’s hospitals in London, and completed her specialization at the Neurology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos." She was a founding member of the Memory Clinic at the Athens Polyclinic. Since 2014, she has been involved in the Special Clinic for Cognitive Disorders at the 1st University Neurology Clinic of Aeginiteio Hospital, and since 2020 she serves as an external collaborator at the Clinic. Her scientific and research interests primarily concern dementia and neurodegenerative diseases. Currently, she holds an active role as a Researcher (Sub-Investigator) in Clinical Studies on Mild Cognitive Impairment and early Dementia. In her private practice, she aims to provide high-level neurological medical services, encouraging patients to engage actively in their care.

Dimitris Vasiadis is a Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist with extensive experience in providing psychiatric care and psychotherapy across both public institutions and private practice. His professional journey began in 2003 as an independent psychotherapist, and over the years, he has held key clinical roles in well-established hospitals and mental health units.

He graduated from the Medical School of Athens in 2002 and completed his rural medical service at the Health Center of Pyli in Trikala (2016–2017). He then began his psychiatric specialization at the Psychiatric Clinic of the 251 Hellenic Air Force General Hospital and continued his training at Evangelismos General Hospital in Athens, where he worked as a Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist from 2018 to 2023.

Since 2023, he has been collaborating with "VIMA KOINO", offering comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and psychotherapeutic treatment. His academic training includes clinical psychopharmacology (Hellenic Psychiatric Association), psychoanalytic approaches to trauma (Hellenic Society for Psychoanalysis and Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy), and specialized training in the management of Borderline Personality Disorder at the Gunderson Institute, McLean Hospital – Harvard Medical School (2024–2025).

He has completed a four-year training program in Cognitive and Analytic Psychotherapy through the **Panhellenic Union of Cognitive and Analytic Psychotherapy, where he has been an active member since 2022. His scientific activity includes participation in national and international conferences, such as the 8th Congress on Neurobiology, Psychopharmacology & Treatment Guidance (2023), where he presented "The art of psychopharmacology: tailoring the antipsychotic treatment."

Dimitris Vasiadis combines scientific rigor with long-standing clinical experience, offering patient-centered and personalized care in both psychiatry and psychotherapy.

Dr. Sakellaridi Vasiliki, MD, MSc, is a Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist with a private practice in Palaio Faliro. Concurrently, she is a scientific collaborator at the Psychodermatology Clinic of the 1st University Psychiatric Clinic of Aiginiteio Hospital and Syggrou Hospital. She is a graduate of the Medical School of the University of Crete and holds a postgraduate degree in Neurosciences from the interdepartmental program "Brain and Mind" at the Medical School of the University of Crete. She specialized in Psychiatry at the 8th Department of the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica, where she gained extensive clinical experience in severe mental disorders and psychopharmacology. Additionally, she specialized in Community Psychiatry at the Hellenic Center for Mental Health and Research. During her specialty, she received further training in Clinical Psychopathology, Clinical Psychopharmacology, and Psychoanalytic Theory and Technique. For two years, she worked as a B’ Registrar - Specialist Psychiatrist at the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica. She maintained a weekly outpatient clinic and was the responsible psychiatrist for two psychosocial rehabilitation hostels housing individuals with chronic mental disorders. At the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica, she consistently worked with a focus on a holistic approach to the patient, combating stigma, and social reintegration. She is currently receiving training in psychoanalysis and psychodynamic psychotherapy at the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalysis and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. She has attended numerous seminars related to the psychodynamic approach to issues in clinical practice. At present, she is conducting her doctoral dissertation at the University of West Attica. She has scientific publications in Greek and international journals. Additionally, she maintains a consistent presence and participation in psychiatric conferences through lectures and oral presentations.

Georgios V. Mitropoulos is a Psychiatrist - Psychoanalyst with a private practice in Kifisia. He holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Psychiatry at the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica. He has been trained in Lacanian-oriented Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy. He has extensive clinical experience and has served as Coordinating Director of the Psychiatric Clinic at the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica (Dafni). He is a member of the Hellenic Psychiatric Association and of the Borromean Knot Society of the New Lacanian School of Psychoanalysis. He actively participates in scientific psychiatric conferences in Greece and internationally, and has published scientific articles in reputable international journals of psychiatry, psychology, and psychoanalysis. He follows the method of Lacanian psychoanalysis and psychoanalytic psychotherapy, which aims at the individualized and in-depth understanding and treatment of the difficulties faced by each patient. Where deemed necessary, pharmacological treatment of psychiatric symptoms is also incorporated into his clinical practice in accordance with the principles of evidence-based medicine.

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.

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