Pulmonologist - Tuberculosis specialist with experience in Bronchitis

Stefanakos Georgios is a Pulmonologist - Tuberculosis Specialist and maintains a private practice in Neos Kosmos. He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens with a specialization in Pulmonology, which he obtained at Sismanogleio Hospital. Additionally, he works as a Coordinator at the Operations Center of the Region of Attica and the Medical Association of Athens for COVID-19. Finally, in his clinic, he manages cases covering the entire spectrum of pulmonology and tuberculosis, with a notable specialization in asthma, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), and respiratory infections.

Kyriakos K. Trigkidis, MD, MSc is an Internal Medicine and Intensive Care Medicine specialist practising at his private Office in the city of Chalkida, Evia and in the city of Agios Stefanos, Attica (within the premises of "Medica' Medical Centre).

He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and completed, in the same Faculty, the post-graduate programme on the field of Resuscitation receiving a Master in Science (MSc) Degree. He is currently preparing his Doctoral Thesis on the subject of ultrasound assessment of hemodynamic status of Intensive Care Unit patients. He has contributed to the scientific literature by publishing articles in peer-reviewed, high-profile journals and by presenting his work in international conferences (ISICEM, ESICM).

Dr. Trigkidis completed his specialty training in Internal Medicine and further specialised in Intensive Care Medicine in "Evangelismos" General Hospital of Athens, one of the most prestigious hospitals of the greek Capital. He is registered with the UK General Medical Council as a specialist in General Internal Medicine, having worked as a Senior Clinical Fellow in the Intensive Care Unit of the Royal London Hospital and in the Accident and Emergency Department of Queen's Hospital in London, UK.

Currently, apart from private practice, he is employed as an Intensive Care Medicine specialist in the Intensive Care Unit of Athens Medical Centre.

Dr Kapitsimadis Fragkiskos is a General Practitioner and operates two private clinics located at Kifisias Avenue 119 and Solomou Dionysiou Street 22 in Marousi. He holds a PhD from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with a dissertation titled "The effects of atmospheric pollution on the respiratory system of postal workers: A study in the Attica basin." He specialized in General Medicine at the General State Hospital of Athens and holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as a degree in Physiotherapy from the Technological Educational Institute of Athens. Additionally, Dr Kapitsimadis was awarded the Environmental Sensitivity Award in the category of "scientific study" during the Oikopolis 2010 event.

Dr. Xatzinaki Kalliopi, MD, MSc, is a Specialist in General - Family Medicine and maintains her private practice within the "Mesogeios-Diagnostic Centers," located at Chryssostomou 74 and Knosou Avenue 69 in Heraklion, Crete. She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Patras and completed her specialization in General - Family Medicine at Venizeleio - Pananio Regional Hospital of Heraklion. She holds a postgraduate diploma specializing in "Vaccinations and Infection Prevention" and has extensive clinical experience in managing emergency and chronic cases. In her private practice, she provides high-level medical services, focusing on prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment of primary healthcare conditions affecting the entire family: management of infections, injuries, surgical and pathological cases, prevention and management of Diabetes Mellitus, Arterial Hypertension, Dyslipidemia, Osteoporosis, Obesity, Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Depression, Anxiety Disorder, and other chronic diseases, smoking cessation, issuance of medical certificates and attestations, and a holistic approach to the geriatric patient. Additionally, she conducts home visits when deemed necessary. Finally, she actively participates in scientific conferences and educational programs, aiming at her continuous professional development and provision of optimal care to her patients.

Ο Μεραμβελιωτάκης Εμμανουήλ είναι Γενικός Γιατρός και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό ιατρείο στο Ηράκλειο Κρήτης. Είναι απόφοιτος της 1ης Ιατρικής Σχολής του Πανεπιστημίου του Καρόλου στην Πράγα, από όπου αποφοίτησε με βαθμό Λείαν Καλώς. Κατά τη διάρκεια της αναμονής του για την ειδικότητα της Γενικής Ιατρικής, μετακόμισε στο Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο, όπου δούλεψε ως locum ιατρός σε διάφορα νοσοκομεία της χώρας και σε διάφορες ειδικότητες, με τελευταία θέση στο Northern Ireland Cancer Centre, με τον βαθμό του Staff Grade. Την ειδικότητα της Γενικής/Οικογενειακής Ιατρικής την τελείωσε το 2010 στο Βενιζέλειο Νοσοκομείο Ηρακλείου. Από το 2011 μέχρι σήμερα δουλεύει ως Επιμελητής ΕΣΥ στο ΚΥ Μοιρών. Βασικά ενδιαφέροντα πέραν των καθημερινών υποχρεώσεων είναι οι συμπεριφορικές παρεμβάσεις στην Πρωτοβάθμια Φροντίδα Υγείας (ΠΦΥ) και ειδικότερα στην παχυσαρκία, τον ΣΔ και το κάπνισμα. Έχει ολοκληρώσει την θεωρητική μετεκπαίδευση στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Ψυχοθεραπεία στην Ιατρική Σχολή του Πανεπιστημίου Κρήτης. Έχει κάνει αρκετές ομιλίες σε θέματα παχυσαρκίας σε πανελλήνια και τοπικά συνέδρια. Ενεργό μέλος της Ελληνική Ιατρική Εταιρεία Παχυσαρκία (ΕΙΕΠ) από 12ετίας.

Spyropoulos Konstantinos is a Professor of Pulmonology (Emeritus Professor at the Medical School of the University of Patras), Affiliated Physician at Hygeia Hospital and the General Clinic OLYMPION Treatmen Center in Patras. He is a Certified Physician by the Ministry of Health in the field of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome Study. He maintains a private practice in the center of Patras. He graduated from the Medical School and holds a PhD from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens with distinction "Excellent". He has served as Visiting Assistant Professor at the Indiana University School of Medicine in the USA and Fellow at the Brompton and London Chest Hospital in London. From 1990 to 2019, he was an Associate Professor of Pathology - Pulmonology at the Medical School of the University of Patras. He served as Professor at the Medical School of the University of Cyprus and is an Honorary Doctor of the University of Nicosia. He is the author of 14 medical books, which have been used as textbooks in various Medical Schools. He has published 120 full articles in reputable international journals and 33 in Greek medical journals. Additionally, he has been honored with awards and commendations for his scientific work. He has 80 presentations at international medical conferences and has been an invited speaker at 40. Finally, he serves as a reviewer for numerous international medical journals.

Dr. Valvis Georgios is a General – Family Medicine physician with an active private practice in Piraeus. He possesses extensive clinical experience, having served in hospitals such as Tzaneio General Hospital of Piraeus and the General Anti-Cancer Hospital of Piraeus "Metaxa." Since 2024, he has also been working as an occupational physician at doValue Greece through GEP SA, providing health and safety services. Throughout his career, he has managed a wide range of primary healthcare cases, prevention and management of chronic diseases, as well as comprehensive care for families and patients of all ages. He completed his medical studies at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) in 2017 and obtained his specialty certification in General – Family Medicine in 2022. Additionally, he is continuing his scientific training with a Master's program (MSc) in "Modern Diagnostics in Dermatology and Allergology" at the Andreas Syngros Hospital for Venereal and Skin Diseases. Concurrently, he has attended numerous conferences and seminars, both in Greece and internationally, demonstrating his ongoing commitment to scientific education. Finally, the physician adopts a holistic approach to each patient, taking into account the entirety of their physical and mental health parameters.

Pesiridou Eutyxia is a Pulmonologist - Tuberculosis Specialist and maintains a private practice in Nea Smyrni. She holds a degree from the Medical School of the University of Padua, Italy, with a specialization in Pulmonology - Tuberculosis. She has gained extensive professional experience as a resident in the 6th Pulmonology Clinic at the General Hospital for Thoracic Diseases of Athens "Sotiria", as well as in the Outpatient Clinics of the Internal Medicine, Surgical, and Cardiology Departments, and the respective Emergency Clinics at the General Prefectural Hospital of Kalamata. Additionally, she has received professional training in "Mass Health Loss Management" at the General Hospital of Attica KAT, as well as in "Emergency Prehospital Care and Emergency Department" at the General Hospital of Nikaia. Finally, to date, she continuously attends postgraduate seminars and participates in conferences to further enrich her knowledge in her field of specialization.

Rekatsina Panagiota - Danai MD, MSc, PhD is a Specialist in Internal Medicine with a private practice in Galatsi, certified by EOPYY. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Internal Medicine at the General Hospital "Korgaleneio - Benakeio - Red Cross." Additionally, she obtained specialization in Infectious Diseases after two years of training and successful examinations. Concurrently, she holds a Master's degree from the National School of Public Health and a PhD from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has extensive research and publication experience and continuously updates herself on the latest scientific developments.

Ο Καλιοντζάκης Γιάννης είναι Παθολόγος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό ιατρείο στα Χανιά. Είναι απόφοιτος της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Πανεπιστημίου Κρήτης ενώ ειδικευτηκε στην εσωτερική παθολογία στο Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Χανίων "Ο Άγιος Γεώργιος" και στο Πανεπιστημιακό Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Ηρακλείου. Μετεκπαιδεύτηκε στη Νευρολογική κλινική του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Θεσσαλονίκης "Παπαγεωργίου" πάνω στην θεραπευτική αντιμετώπιση των Εγκεφαλικών Επεισοδίων και τη θρομβόλυση, καθώς και στο Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Αθηνών "Αλεξάνδρα" στη Μονάδα Εγκεφαλικών. Επιπλέον, έχει εργαστεί ως Επιμελητής και στη συνέχεια ως Διευθυντής ΕΣΥ στη Νευρολογική κλινική του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Χανίων "Ο Άγιος Γεώργιος" για σχεδόν 20 έτη.

Εκεί, εφάρμοσε για πρώτη φορά με τους συνεργάτες του την ενδοφλέβια θρομβόλυση με εξαιρετικά αποτελέσματα, ενώ λειτουργούσε δύο φορές την εβδομάδα το ιατρείο των Εγκεφαλικών με περισσότερους από 2000 ασθενείς. Παράλληλα, συμμετείχε σε όλες τις υποχρεώσεις της Νευρολογικής κλινικής (εφημερίες, κλινικό έργο, διασυνδετική με τις άλλες κλινικές). Η συμμετοχή του στη Νευρολογική κλινική επέφερε μια γεφύρωση αλλά και την διεύρυνση των γνώσεών του πάνω στο αντικείμενο της παθολογίας και της νευρολογίας.

Έχει συμμετάσχει σε μελέτες σε Ελληνικά και διεθνή περιοδικά, σε Ελληνικά, Ευρωπαϊκά και παγκόσμια συνέδρια αγγειακών εγκεφαλικών επεισοδίων καθώς έχει προσκληθεί και σε πολλά διεθνή συνέδρια του εξωτερικού ενώ παρακολουθεί ανελλιπώς τις εξελίξεις πάνω στο αντικείμενο των αγγειακών εγκεφαλικών και καρδιαγγειακών νόσων.

Katoglou Athina is a Pathologist and maintains a private practice in Drosia. She holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, where she is currently a PhD candidate with a dissertation topic: "Significance of hyaluronic acid levels in monitoring changes in hepatic fibrosis during the treatment of patients with chronic hepatitis C." She obtained her specialty in pathology at the 2nd University Pathology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Hippokration," during which she performed a large number of liver elastographies in the Hepatogastroenterology Unit of the same hospital. Additionally, she has worked as an assistant in the dialysis unit and in the duty shifts of the General Clinic "Galenos," as well as serving as a clinical sign language instructor for dental students. Finally, she has participated in numerous scientific conferences, attended professional seminars for her continuous education, and is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Association for the Study of the Liver, and the European Association for the Study of the Liver.

Kanellopoulos Petros is a Pathologist and has maintained a private practice in Ampelokipoi since 2003. He holds a PhD from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a postgraduate degree in "Clinical and Laboratory Medicine," specializing in Clinical Immunology from the same institution. He graduated in Medicine from the Universite Catholique de Louvain in Belgium and completed his specialty training at the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko." The doctor has worked for many years at the "Errikos Dunant" Hospital Center, as well as previously at the Euroclinic Athens. To this day, he serves as a Physician-Consultant for patients onboard Med Solutions International. Additionally, he is a member of the medical staff and head of the Pathology department at Metropolitan Hospital, responsible for the monitoring team on the consumption and proper use of antibiotics, and a member of the Hospital Infection Committee of the same hospital.

Meropi Panagiotarakou MD, MSc is a Pulmonologist - Intensivist and holds the position of Consultant at the "Errikos Dynan" Hospital Center, while also maintaining a private practice in Petralona. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a master's degree in "Thoracic Oncology" from the Medical School of the same institution. Additionally, she is a PhD candidate at the Medical School of the University of Crete, with a dissertation topic: "Frequency of expiratory muscle contraction in the Intensive Care Unit, its causes, and impact on the management of critically ill intubated patients." She provides specialized services for the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory diseases. She performs respiratory function testing with spirometry and collaborates with the Physiology Laboratory of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens for comprehensive respiratory assessment. She also monitors cases for smoking cessation. She has specialized in Intensive Care and has held a Consultant position at the University General Hospital of Heraklion. Finally, she has worked as a scientific collaborator in the Oncology Unit of the 3rd University Internal Medicine Clinic at the General Hospital for Thoracic Diseases of Athens "Sotiria".

Spyropoulos Georgios is a Specialist Pulmonologist - Phthisiologist, Military Physician, and maintains private clinics in Thessaloniki and Koufalia. He holds a degree from the Medical Department of the Military Officers School and the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He serves as a Consultant at the Pulmonology Clinic of the 424 General Military Training Hospital and is a PhD candidate at the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, as well as a member of the Thessaloniki Medical Association. In his private practice, he manages a wide range of cases, combining his scientific expertise with extensive experience, always focusing on the safest advisor: Love for the patient.

Fotiadis Gerasimos is a General Family Physician who maintains a private practice in the center of Thessaloniki. He graduated from the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace and completed his residency in General Family Medicine at the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Papageorgiou" and the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Papanikolaou." He has completed more than 400 on-call shifts in Emergency Departments and has worked as a Rural Doctor in Health Centers, gaining valuable experience in managing both urgent and chronic cases. Additionally, he is active in telemedicine, providing medical services through international platforms across Europe and the USA. He has received further training in Ultrasonography, having conducted his education at the University Hospital of Ioannina. He has also trained in and practices Homeopathic Medicine, offering alternative and complementary therapies always based on scientific evidence and an individualized approach. Furthermore, he is a certified Advanced Life Support (ALS) Instructor by the European Resuscitation Council and is a member of various Greek and international medical organizations and associations. In his private practice, he provides high-level medical services, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of primary care conditions, the implementation of telemedicine solutions, the use of modern diagnostic techniques, and a holistic approach through Homeopathy. Finally, he actively participates in scientific conferences and educational programs with the aim of continuous professional development and providing optimal care to his patients.

Iatrokosmos is a comprehensive primary healthcare unit located in the Ambelokipi area. The Iatrokosmos Pneumonology Department has excellent scientific staff, advanced machinery, and state-of-the-art equipment in order to provide high-level services to the patients who trust us. The goal of the specialized physicians is the most accurate approach, diagnosis, and treatment of individuals with respiratory infections or respiratory diseases, with asthma being the most prominent. In the pneumonology clinic, there is the capability for thorough examination of asthmatic patients with specialized tests such as preoperative pneumonological assessment and pulmonary function testing (spirometry). Finally, it provides the possibility of conducting specialized tests for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and the pulmonologists are always available to patients to recommend the best possible way to quit smoking and improve the quality of life for you and your loved ones.

Ioannis Kouslis is a Specialist in General Family Medicine and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. He holds a master's degree titled "Health and Exercise" with a specialization in Sports Medicine, as well as further training in Emergency Medicine and Prehospital Care. His practice offers comprehensive care services for chronic diseases (Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Dyslipidemia, Obesity, Osteoporosis, COPD, Asthma), Preventive Medicine, Emergency Cases, Home Visits, Vaccinations, Prescription of Medications & Blood Tests, Medical Leave Certificates, Spirometry, Single Channel Holter Monitoring, Electrocardiogram, Microsurgery, Trauma | Dressing changes. Appointments are required during office hours, while Sundays are reserved for emergency cases only, following prior communication with the doctor.

Ioannidou Iliana MD, MSc is a Pulmonologist - Phthisiologist 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: Contemporary Clinical and Laboratory Approach & Research" from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She began her specialization in Pulmonology - Phthisiology at the Lung Cancer Center of the Academic Hospital Clemenshospital in Münster, Germany, and completed it at the General Chest Diseases Hospital of Athens "Sotiria." She specialized in Intensive Care Medicine at the University Intensive Care Unit of the General Chest Diseases Hospital of Athens "Sotiria," where she served as Registrar for 2 years. Concurrently, the doctor has been trained in Medical Acupuncture at the International Advanced Training Center of Acupuncture AcuScience, under the auspices of the Hellenic Medical Acupuncture Society, as well as in Advanced Life Support and Immediate Life Support (ALS & ILS provider). She served as Registrar at the Intensive Care Unit of the Athens Medical Center and continues to serve as Registrar of the Pulmonology Team at the same hospital. In her private practice, she offers a wide range of services, tailored to the specific needs of each patient. Finally, the doctor is a member of both the Hellenic and European Respiratory Societies.

Kourampie Eirini is an Internal Medicine Specialist and maintains a private practice in Peristeri. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in the First Internal Medicine Clinic of Konstantopouleio Hospital "Agia Olga." She successfully completed her specialty in Internal Medicine in 2017 and worked for 2 years as an Attending Physician at the Health Center in Aigaleo. Since 2020, she has been working as an Attending Physician in the Internal Medicine Clinic of the Multipurpose Mental Health Nursing Unit of Attica. She has extensive experience in managing chronic diseases such as arterial hypertension, hyperlipidemia, type II diabetes mellitus, anemia, respiratory infections, and urinary tract infections.

Andreadis Vasileios is a Pathologist - Diabetologist who maintains a private practice in Evosmos and a second one in the Depo area of Thessaloniki. He holds a degree from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and specialized as a Specialist Pathologist at the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Papageorgiou," where he also served as a member of the Hospital's Scientific Council for three years. Subsequently, he specialized in Diabetology and completed postgraduate studies in "Health Unit Management." He has served as a Scientific Associate of the 1st Pathology Clinic of the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Papageorgiou," and worked as a Pathologist at the Health Unit "I.K.A. Koufalia" for seven years. Finally, the doctor is an active member of the Diabetes Society of Northern Greece and the Pan-European Diabetes Association.