Gynecologists - Obstetricians for Contraception in Attica

Dr. Ioannis Sarris, MD, MSc, is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician with private practices in Agia Paraskevi, Attica, and Atalanti, Phthiotis. He holds a medical degree from the Universita degli Studi di Roma in Italy. Subsequently, he obtained a Master's Degree in Obstetric Pathology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He initially specialized in the Surgical Department of the General Hospital of Attica KAT, managing numerous emergency cases, and then in the Gynecological Department of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas," participating in numerous gynecological surgeries, colposcopies, and hysteroscopies. He specialized in Obstetrics at the General Hospital of Athens "Elena Venizelou," where he took part in numerous natural, painless deliveries, being a strong advocate for them, as well as cesarean sections when medically indicated. He serves as a Scientific Collaborator at the maternity hospitals "Iaso" and "Rea," and his expertise in infertility, menopause, and monitoring of low and high-risk pregnancies is noteworthy. Since 2020, he has been the Chief of the Surgical and Delivery Rooms at the "IASO" Maternity Hospital. Always guided by continuous scientific advancements, he is actively involved in conferences and seminars that promote the enrichment, empowerment, and dissemination of medical knowledge within the scientific community. He manages a wide range of cases with scientific precision, extensive experience, and always focusing on the specific needs of each patient.

Tsarlakoutakis Ilias is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician with private practices in Piraeus and Vari. He served as a Consultant at the "Metropolitan" Hospital for a decade and is a scientific collaborator of the maternity hospitals Rea and Mitera, with experience in gynecologic oncology and the surgical management of pathological cases. At the gynecologist's clinic, every woman can receive information on issues related to cervical pathology. The physician offers a range of essential gynecological services, including Pap smears, transvaginal ultrasound of the uterus and ovaries, comprehensive gynecological check-ups, colposcopy, HPV typing, and breast examination. Additionally, the doctor provides high-level services related to obstetrics and pregnancy monitoring, such as fetal cardiotocographic surveillance. Finally, through continuous education, he also manages cases concerning infertility evaluation.

Ilias Ginopoulos is an Obstetrician-Gynecologist who maintains a private practice in Peristeri. He holds a degree from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, with a Master's degree in Reproductive Medicine. He specialized in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Hellenic Army Military Nursing Foundation (NIMITS) and at the General Hospital of Nikaia - Piraeus. Additionally, Dr. Ginopoulos collaborates with the Obstetric Clinics "REA" and "LETO." With his extensive knowledge of the field and continuous updates on scientific topics, he offers specialized advice on all gynecological and obstetric matters, such as pregnancy monitoring, menstrual disorders, and urinary disorders. He provides high-level services for infertility, climacteric, menopause, osteoporosis, and contraception issues. In his modern and fully equipped office, he offers a range of gynecological examinations, such as Pap tests, specimen collection, uterine and ovarian ultrasound, colposcopy, breast examination, and intrauterine device (IUD) placement.

Dr. Spiliopoulos Dimitrios is an Obstetrician - Gynecologic Surgeon with extensive experience and specialization in Prenatal Screening, Fetal Medicine, and the management of high-risk pregnancies. He is a member of the Fetal Medicine Foundation (FMF), directed by Prof. Kypros Nicolaides, and holds certifications for performing all fetal ultrasounds and intrauterine procedures. He graduated from the Medical School of Bologna, Italy, in 2000. After obtaining his specialty in Obstetrics and Gynecology, he worked as Director of Obstetrics/Gynecology at the Royal Free Hospital, London, United Kingdom, where he specialized in Fetal Medicine and the management of high-risk pregnancies, with official certification from the British Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), of which he is also an official fellow. His specialization includes the prenatal diagnosis of congenital fetal anomalies, performing nuchal translucency pregnancy ultrasounds, level II and Doppler scans, as well as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling procedures. He is an active member of the Fetal Medicine department at MITERA and REA Maternity Hospitals, where he works as a specialist in Maternal-Fetal Medicine. At his clinic, all specialized examinations (nuchal translucency pregnancy ultrasounds, level II and Doppler scans, amniocentesis, and chorionic villus sampling procedures) concerning the health of the fetus and the expectant mother are conducted, along with comprehensive pregnancy monitoring. Additionally, he performs hysterosalpingo-contrast sonography, a state-of-the-art, painless method to assess fallopian tube patency, useful for infertile couples. Dr. Spiliopoulos has a rich research and publication record, with over 20 international scientific presentations and lectures and 11 publications in reputable international scientific journals. He has authored four international medical books focused on fetal ultrasound and gynecological ultrasound.

Pasxalidou Eleni is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician, a graduate of the Medical School of the University of Crete, and a PhD candidate at the University of Athens. She maintains a private practice in Chalandri and concurrently serves as a scientific collaborator in the 2nd Obstetric and Gynecological Clinic of the University of Athens, at "Aretaieio" Hospital in the Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology and Reconstructive Surgery. She specialized at the Surgical Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Elpis," at the Obstetric and Gynecological Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas," as well as at the 2nd Obstetric and Gynecological Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, at Aretaieio Hospital, a Certified European Training Centre in Obstetrics and Gynecology by the European College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Finally, she has participated in numerous Greek and international conferences and seminars, presenting scientific papers at many of them.

Euthymiou Ilias is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician who maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi. He studied at the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and completed postgraduate studies in Reproductive and Regenerative Medicine at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He specialized in assisted reproduction at the CRGH Fertility Clinic in London. He is certified in performing vaginal ultrasound by the British Fertility Society (BFS), particularly in 3D ultrasound techniques and Hyterosonography within the framework of investigating and treating infertility. He has significant clinical experience, with his clinical interest focusing on reproductive endocrinology and innovative alternative treatments for patients with repeated implantation failures.

Vlaxopoulos Fotios is a Gynecologist-Obstetrician who maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi, recognized as a distinguished business in the "Eagles" competition. He studied Medicine at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He holds a postgraduate degree in "Human Reproduction" from the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace. He served as a rural doctor at the Primary Health Center of Mytikas, Aetolia-Acarnania. He worked as a resident physician in the 2nd Surgical Clinic of Konstantopouleio General Hospital of Nea Ionia and subsequently in the 1st Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic of the University of Athens at Alexandra General Hospital. After passing the specialty exams, he obtained the Obstetrics - Gynecology specialty title in 2015. He continued his professional career in Sweden, specifically at the Sahlgrenska University Hospital as an Obstetrics and Gynecology Consultant, managing a high volume of both gynecological and obstetric cases daily. Concurrently, beyond clinical duties, he was involved in teaching, actively participating in the medical students' education program. He also collaborates with medical service companies, providing online consulting. He has attended numerous conferences and seminars related to his specialty. He holds certification in the ALSO seminar, which pertains to the management and treatment of obstetric emergencies. The clinic is decorated with minimalist lines, offering a comfortable environment and equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, providing high-level diagnostic services focused on women. The clinic's motto is "for the woman, together with the woman." Time is dedicated to each patient to allow a thorough understanding of the reason for the visit, aiming for the best possible counseling or therapeutic solutions based on both international and domestic guidelines on a case-by-case basis.

Dimas Aggelos is a Obstetrician - Gynecologic Surgeon and maintains private practices in Athens and Preveza. Additionally, he is a Consultant at the 1st Clinic of Gynecologic Oncology at the Private MITERA Hospital. After completing his studies at the Medical School of the University of Patras, he pursued postgraduate studies in Gynecologic Oncology & Breast Oncology at the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, as well as in Pathology of Pregnancy at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Furthermore, he completed his Doctoral Thesis focusing on Gynecologic Oncology at the Medical School of the University of Ioannina. He specialized in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University Hospital of Ioannina as well as at Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals in London. Finally, he worked as a Assistant Consultant at the General Hospital of Lefkada, Greece from 2020 to 2023.

Dr. Katsandris Leonidas is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician with a private practice in Glyfada. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a Diploma of Specialization in Minimally Invasive Laparoscopic Surgery from the World Laparoscopy Hospital in Delhi, India. In addition to his private practice, he also works at the "Iaso" Maternity Hospital and completed his specialization in Gynecology - Obstetrics at the First Clinic of the General Hospital - Maternity "Elena Venizelou". Furthermore, committed to continuous education, he regularly participates in conferences related to Gynecology and Obstetrics.

Maria Sakellariou is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician and maintains a private practice in Panormou. She grew up in Athens and graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, where she also completed her postgraduate studies in "High Risk Pregnancy." She specialized in Obstetrics - Gynecology at the 3rd Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology of the University of Athens at "Attikon" University Hospital, completing one year of specialty training in General Surgery at the 2nd Department of General Surgery of the University of Athens at Aretaieio Hospital. In France, she completed part of her Obstetrics - Gynecology specialty at CHU Bicetre in Paris, where she also obtained the University Diploma in Operative Hysteroscopy. Additionally, she received further training as a Fellow in Minimally Invasive Surgery at CHU Estaing in Clermont-Ferrand, in France. She is a Consultant at the 1st Gynecological Dypartment at Metropolitan General, in the Department of Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgery, and collaborates with the REA, IASO, and MITERA Maternity Hospitals. She sees patients at her private practice, at Metropolitan General, and at Health Spot Glyfada. Finally, she participates in the National Program "PROLAMBANO" for cervical cancer prevention.

Rapti Olga is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician with a private practice in Marousi. She holds a degree from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She trained at the surgical clinic of the 1st IKA Therapeutic Center "Papadimitriou" and specialized in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the General Hospital - Maternity "Elena Venizelou." Additionally, she holds certification in cervical colposcopy from the Society of Cervical Pathology and Colposcopy and certification from KESY for conducting ultrasounds. She has served as a collaborator in the breast oncological surgery clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas" and has participated in numerous conferences presenting scientific papers. Her private practice offers a wide range of services, including comprehensive gynecological check-ups, infertility assessment, colposcopy, Pap tests, and cardiotocography. Finally, Dr. Rapti is a member of the Medical Association of Athens, the Hellenic Society of Obstetric and Gynecological Ultrasound, and the Hellenic Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology.

Dr. Maria Ioanna Xatziioannou is an Obstetrician-Gynecologist who was born and raised in Athens. She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Patras. She specialized in Obstetrics and Gynecology initially at Thriasio General Hospital and subsequently at the 1st Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic of the University of Athens at Alexandra General Hospital. Over the past three years, she has been working in the Prenatal Diagnosis Department of Alexandra General Hospital, performing numerous obstetric ultrasounds and invasive prenatal diagnostic procedures daily. She has completed postgraduate studies in Pregnancy Pathology and since 2022 is a doctoral candidate at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Dr. Xatziioannou participates in numerous Greek and European conferences and contributes to the authorship of academic articles in both Greek and international journals. 

SERVICES 

·      Prenatal Diagnosis: Early pregnancy ultrasound, Nuchal translucency ultrasound, Second trimester detailed ultrasound, Fetal Doppler ultrasound.

·      3D/4D fetal ultrasound.

·      Amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, Non-invasive prenatal testing (cell-free fetal DNA).

·      Pregnancy monitoring.

·      Gynecological ultrasound.

·      Comprehensive gynecological examination (tests – Pap smear, HPV DNA test, vaginal fluid cultures). 

·      Breast examination.

·      Colposcopy.

·      Infertility evaluation and management.

·      Contraception.

·      Laparoscopic Surgery.

Ms. Aleksandridi Viktoria is an Obstetrician and Gynecological Surgeon and maintains her private practice in Kallithea. She holds a Medical Degree from the State Medical Academy of Russia, and in 2008, her degree was recognized by the Hellenic National Academic Recognition and Information Center (DOATAP). She specialized in General Surgery at the Penteli General Children's Hospital and in Obstetrics and Gynecology at "Elena Venizelou" Hospital. She has worked as a General Practitioner at the Ionio Therapeutic Center Ltd. As part of her continuous professional development, she has attended numerous training programs, conferences, and symposiums, and she is a member of the Athens Medical Association.

Geramani Eirini MD, MSc is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician and maintains a private practice in Piraeus. She graduated from the Medical School of Ovidius University of Constanta and holds a postgraduate degree in "Pathology of Pregnancy/High Risk Pregnancy" from the 3rd Obstetrics - Gynecology Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she has completed a postgraduate program in "Psychosexual Disorders, Diagnosis and Treatment" at the Research University Institute of Mental Health and the Special Sexual Health Clinic, in the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She initially specialized in General Surgery at the General State Hospital of Nikaia and in Gynecologic Oncology at the Specialized Anticancer Hospital of Piraeus "Metaxa." She completed her specialization in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the General Hospital of Athens "Alexandra." To this day, she serves as an affiliated physician in the Menopause - Climacteric Department and the Gynecological Endocrinology Department of the General Hospital of Athens "Alexandra," as well as an affiliated physician in the Endocrinology Department of the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos."

In her private practice, she offers a wide range of services, respecting the unique needs of each woman.

Dr. Kalantzis Xristos is an Obstetrician - Gynecologic Surgeon, holding a PhD from the Medical School of the University of Athens, from which he also graduated. He holds a Master's Degree (MSc) in "Reproductive - Regenerative Medicine" from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, specializing in in vitro fertilization with an "Excellent" grade. He has completed postgraduate training in the Department of Urogynecology and Pelvic Floor Functional Disorders at the First University Clinic of Alexandra Hospital. This clinic is an officially recognized training center in Urogynecology by the European Board and College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (EBCOG) and the European Urogynecological Association (EUGA). The physician maintains a continuous active presence at international and national conferences, with scientific presentations and publications in reputable academic journals. He runs a private practice in Glyfada (kalantzisclinic.gr) and collaborates with REA, IASO, MITERA, and LITO clinics.

Η Δρ. Γεωργακοπούλου Αλεξάνδρα είναι Μαιευτήρας Γυναικολόγος με 20ετή εμπειρία και εξειδίκευση στον Προγεννητικό Έλεγχο, την Ιατρική Εμβρύου, την προηγμένη Μαιευτική και Γυναικολογική Υπερηχογραφία και την παρακολούθηση κυήσεων υψηλού κινδύνου. Σπούδασε στην Ιατρική Σχολή του Πανεπιστημίου της Βόννης στη Γερμανία από όπου αποφοίτησε το 1993. Στη συνέχεια μετέβη στο Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο και ειδικεύθηκε εξ ολοκλήρου στη Μαιευτική - Γυναικολογία. To 2001 απέκτησε τον Ευρωπαϊκό τίτλο ειδικότητας στην Μαιευτική και Γυναικολογία. Στη συνέχεια εξειδικεύτηκε για πολλά έτη στον τομέα του Προγεννητικού Ελέγχου και της Ιατρικής εμβρύου στα μεγάλα Πανεπιστημιακά Νοσοκομεία St George’s University Hospital, και King’s College University Hospital στο Λονδίνο. Η εξειδίκευσή της αφορά την προγεννητική διάγνωση συγγενών ανωμαλιών εμβρύου, την εκτέλεση των υπερηχογραφημάτων κύησης αυχενικής διαφάνειας και Β’ επιπέδου καθώς και τις επεμβάσεις αμνιοκέντησης και λήψης τροφοβλάστης. Το 1999 απέκτησε μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο στους προηγμένους Μαιευτικούς Υπερήχους από το Βασιλικό Κολλέγιο Μαιευτήρων - Γυναικολόγων του Ηνωμένου Βασιλείου. Το 2000 πιστοποιήθηκε από το Fetal Medicine Foundation της Μεγάλης Βρετανίας και το όνομά της έκτοτε συμπεριλαμβάνεται στην παγκόσμια λίστα ιατρών που αξιολογούνται κάθε χρόνο και έχουν το δικαίωμα να χρησιμοποιούν το πρόγραμμα της Αυχενικής Διαφάνειας διεθνώς. Το 2005, με την επιστροφή της στην Ελλάδα εντάσσεται στο Νοσοκομείο ΜΗΤΕΡΑ στην Αθήνα, ως Μαιευτήρας Γυναικολόγος με εξειδίκευση στην Ιατρική Εμβρύου, όπου και συνεχίζει να εργάζεται αδιαλείπτως έως σήμερα στο τμήμα Εμβυομητρικής Ιατρικής. Το 2005 ιδρύει στο Κολωνάκι το προηγμένο Μαιευτικό Γυναικολογικό Κέντρο gonimotis όπου και συνεχίζει να εργάζεται έως σήμερα. Στο κέντρο gonimotis διενεργούνται όλες οι εξειδικευμένες εξετάσεις Εμβρυομητρικής Ιατρικής, όπως η αυχενική διαφάνεια, τα υπερηχογραφήματα Β’ επιπέδου και Doppler, οι επεμβάσεις αμνιοπαρακέντησης και λήψης τροφοβλάστης, το μη-επεμβατικό γενετικό τεστ καθώς και η πλήρης παρακολούθηση των κυήσεων. Κατέχει την υπ’ αριθμ Υ7α/ΓΠ10373 άδεια εκτέλεσης Μαιευτικών και Γυναικολογικών Υπερηχογραφημάτων από το ΚΕΣΥ, κατόπιν επιτυχίας στις σχετικές εξετάσεις που διοργανώνει το Υπουργείο Υγείας.

Messaropoulos Pantelis MD, MSc, PhD(c) is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician with private practices in Piraeus and Glyfada. He is a PhD candidate at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, holds a postgraduate degree in pregnancy pathology, and a medical degree from the Medical School of the University of Rome (Università di Tor Vergata). He serves as the Scientific Director at the 1st Obstetrics - Gynecology Clinic at the IASO General Clinic and at the Gynecology Department of "Mediterraneo First Care". He is a former Academic Fellow specializing in Recurrent Pregnancy Loss and Premature Ovarian Failure at the 3rd University Clinic of "Attikon" Hospital, and a former Scientific Collaborator at the 2nd University Clinic of "Aretaieio" Hospital in the department of Recurrent Pregnancy Loss and Premature Ovarian Failure. He is a board member of the Hellenic Society of Family Planning - Contraception and Reproductive Health as well as the Chairman of the Board of the Hellenic DRG Institute.

Perrakis Vasileios is an Obstetrician - Gynecological Surgeon and maintains a private practice in Pagkrati. He completed his studies at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and subsequently specialized in Gynecology and Obstetrics both in Greece and at international institutions. Specifically, he underwent further training at St. John’s Hospital Mid Essex in the United Kingdom and specialized in Ultrasound, Hysteroscopy, Laparoscopy, and Colposcopy departments within the UK National Health Service. In his private clinic, he provides comprehensive information on issues concerning women of all ages and offers the best possible management of disorders, addressing their needs from adolescence through menopause. In a fully equipped office with state-of-the-art equipment, he manages cases by providing optimal treatment and restoration with particular expertise in fertility issues as well as pregnancy monitoring. Finally, he offers counseling on contraception, management of menstrual cycle disorders, menopause, and the full spectrum of cervical pathology, from prevention to surgical intervention when necessary.