Health professionals for Cholesterol

Mylonakis Aleksandros is a Pathologist and maintains a private medical practice in Ilioupoli. He holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He specialized in Internal Medicine at the Attica General Hospital KAT, the Anti-Cancer Hospital of Piraeus "Metaxa," and the General Hospital of Athens "Elpis." Additionally, the doctor has participated in a large number of seminars and conferences to stay updated with advancements in his field and is a member of the Hellenic Society for the Study of Bone Metabolism and the Hellenic Society of Internal Medicine. In his private practice, within a pleasant environment, he provides specialized solutions tailored to the needs of his patients.

Giourga Filanthi BSc is a Dietitian - Nutritionist and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. She graduated from the Department of Nutrition Science and Dietetics at the International Hellenic University. She has attended numerous seminars related to nutrition and has completed specializations in Clinical Nutrition and Eating Disorders at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Her goal is to provide personalized nutritional solutions, tailored to the needs, lifestyle, and objectives of each individual. She focuses on weight management, improving health in chronic conditions, supporting cases of eating disorders, as well as nutritional education across all age groups. She believes that nutrition is not merely a diet but a lifestyle that can bring balance, well-being, and long-term health. Her purpose is to support every individual with guidance, encouragement, and positive energy, enabling them to develop healthy habits that will accompany them throughout their lives.

Dr. Papamixail Nikolaos is a Cardiologist with a private practice in Ampelokipi. He holds a medical degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Cardiology at the Cardiology Clinic of the Military Fund Nursing Institution (NIMTS). He is an Associate at the "Athinaion" Clinic and Consultant Cardiologist at the 2nd Cardiology Clinic of the Euroclinic Athens. Additionally, he serves as the Scientific Director of the Cardiology Department at Euromedica Palaio Faliro, Consultant Cardiologist at the Bioclinic Athens, and Scientific Collaborator at the Hypertension Unit of the University Cardiology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Hippocratio". Furthermore, the doctor has contracts with the Journalists’ Fund EDOEAP and the employees’ fund of the Bank of Greece ATPSYTE. Hospitalization and treatment for all cardiovascular diseases are available in a private clinic with all insurance funds and private insurance coverage. Finally, he actively participates in numerous conferences and seminars in Greece and abroad, presenting at Greek and international conferences and publishing in medical journals.

Dr. Kourkouti Polina MD, PhD, MSc is a Cardiologist who maintains a private practice in Holargos, while also serving as the Deputy Director of the First Cardiology Department of Electrophysiology and Cardiac Pacing at the Errikos Dynan Hospital Center. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds an honors doctorate in medicine from the same institution. Additionally, she is an honors graduate with a master's degree in Intensive Care Units and cardiac nursing, awarded with a scholarship from the Hellenic Cardiological Society. She holds a series of accreditations in resuscitation techniques and has notably received the Advanced Life Support accreditation with top marks. Her specialties include the latest techniques in dynamic stress echocardiography and transesophageal echocardiography (TOE) at Elpis Hospital. Finally, her clinic offers parking for disabled persons at the clinic entrance and free municipal parking directly opposite on Perikleous Avenue. 

Ektor Kappatos-Koutroumpas is a Dietitian – Nutritionist, and his office “Healthier with Ektor” is located in the Mavili Square area. He holds a master's degree in Clinical Nutrition from the University of Aberdeen (Medical School), is a holder of the European Diploma in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism (ESPEN), the leading European clinical nutrition qualification, has been trained in the Low-FODMAP diet for managing irritable bowel syndrome symptoms by Life Academy, and in Eating Disorders through the training program of KEADD (Hellenic Center for Education and Management of Eating Disorders), under the auspices of the British Psychological Society. He also holds a certification in the program of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) titled "Stress Management and Health." He collaborates with psychologist - child psychologist Alexandra Kappatou as the head of the Dietetics Department. He has taught the course of Sports Nutrition for 2 years in the postgraduate program at the Scientific College of Greece (SCG) and has experience working in a private dietetic office. He is a co-creator and co-administrator of the dietitians’ group “Food for ... Nutrition.” Together, you will create a personalized intervention based on your unique needs and characteristics, aiming to achieve your goals without deprivation, hunger, or restrictions. He is here to listen to you, support you, and help you without judgment.

Papaspyropoulou Georgia MD is an Internist with a private practice in Petroupoli. She has 25 years of experience in internal medicine clinics. She has worked as a resident at the Thia Pronía Hospital "Pamakaristos," the General Hospital of Athens "Korgialeneio-Benakeio Hellenic Red Cross," and the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos." Upon completion of her specialty training, she pursued and obtained a specialization in the Intensive Care Unit of the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko." Since 2011, she has been a Consultant in the Internal Medicine Clinic of the General Hospital of Chalkida, and from 2016 to the present, she has been the Director of the Internal Medicine Clinic at the Multipurpose Nursing Unit of Mental Health of Attica. Finally, she actively participates in National and International conferences to continuously update her knowledge on health developments.

Ο Κάλφας Ιωάννης και οι συνεργάτες του (Kalfas Nutrition) εδρεύουν στη Γλυφάδα από το 2007. Η επαγγελματική ομάδα του γραφείου αποτελείται από τους διαιτολόγους Κάλφα Ιωάννη και Θάλεια Τριανταφύλλου.

Ο Κάλφας Ιωάννης διαθέτει πτυχίο διατροφής - διαιτολογίας από το Ανώτατο Τεχνολογικό Εκπαιδευτικό Ίδρυμα Κρήτης και το 2007 απέκτησε μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο σπουδών στον τομέα της διατροφής με εξειδίκευση στην κλινική διατροφή από το Πανεπιστήμιο της Γλασκώβης. Παράλληλα, έχει ολοκληρώσει την μετεκπαίδευση του πάνω στην αντιμετώπιση των διατροφικών διαταραχών (νευρική ανορεξία και βουλιμία) και της παχυσαρκίας στο Κέντρο Εκπαίδευσης και Αντιμετώπισης Διατροφικών Διαταραχών. Το 2015 ολοκλήρωσε στο Κέντρο Ψυχολογικών Εφαρμογών (ΚΕ.Ψ.ΕΦ.) σεμινάρια επιμόρφωσης με θέμα «δεξιότητες συμβουλευτικής και επικοινωνίας για διαιτολόγους» και το 2016 σεμινάρια με τίτλο “Πέρα από τα όρια της δίαιτας”, (μια διατροφική - ψυχοεκπαιδευτικη προσέγγιση στη χρόνια παχυσαρκία). Επι σειρά ετών είναι εισηγήτής σεμιναρίων με θέμα την αθλητική διατροφή και παράλληλα έχει στο ενεργητικό του ομιλίες που αφορούν στην διατροφική ενημέρωση του κοινού . Επιπλέον συμμετάσχει σε πλήθος σεμιναρίων και συνεδρίων για την συνεχή ενημέρωση στις εξελίξεις του κλάδου του. Πραγματοποίησε την πρακτική του άσκηση στο Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Αττικής ΚΑΤ, ενώ στα πλαίσια της στρατιωτικής του θητείας τοποθετήθηκε στο διαιτολογικό τμήμα του 251 Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Αεροπορίας, όπου απέκτησε πολύτιμη εμπειρία στην κλινική διατροφή και διαιτολογία.

Η Θάλεια Τριανταφύλλου είναι αθλητική διαιτολόγος-διατροφολόγος απόφοιτη του τμήματος Επιστήμης Διατροφής και Διαιτολογίας της Θεσσαλονίκης. Έχει πραγματοποιήσει τις μεταπτυχιακές της σπουδές στον τομέα της αθλητικής διατροφής στο Leeds Beckett University της Αγγλίας ενώ έχει παρακολουθήσει και σεμινάρια επιμόρφωσης στην Κλινική Διατροφή και στο Health Coaching για Επαγγελματίες Υγείας. Από το 2020 έως σήμερα, η εμπειρία της στη διατροφή τη βοηθά να προσφέρει πρακτικές και εξατομικευμένες λύσεις, είτε πρόκειται για αθλητές είτε για άτομα που απλώς θέλουν να βελτιώσουν την υγεία και τη φυσική τους κατάσταση.

Antonucci Aleksios is a Pathologist and maintains a private practice in Nea Iraklio. He graduated from the Medical School of Chieti, Italy. He specialized in Pathology at the General Hospital of Western Attica "Agia Varvara" and at the General Hospital of Nikaia "Agios Panteleimon." He has served as a Scientific Associate in private medical centers and home care companies, and has held the position of Second Consultant in the Pathology Department of the General Hospital of Livadeia. He provides a wide range of services, including home visits.

Dr. Theodorakopoulou Afroditi, MD, is a General/Family Physician, graduate of the Medical School of the University of Patras (2006 – 2012) and holder of a Master’s degree (MSc) in Aesthetic Medicine and Therapeutics from Università di Camerino (2020 – 2022). She possesses extensive professional experience in Primary Health Care, having served as a General Medicine Resident at Kalamata Hospital (2016 – 2020), as a Physician at the National Public Health Organization (EODY) (2020 – 2021), and as an Auxiliary Physician – Consultant B’ in General Medicine at the Patision Health Center (2021 – 2025). At her clinic, comprehensive services are provided for the diagnosis, prevention, and monitoring of chronic conditions such as Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Coronary Artery Disease, Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Osteoporosis, and Hyperuricemia. Additionally, wound suturing, suture removal, issuance of health certificates, prescription of medications and laboratory tests (hematological and imaging), as well as driving license renewals are performed. Home visits are also available for patients in need. Alongside Clinical Medicine, Dr. Theodorakopoulou Afroditi has specialized in the field of Aesthetic/Cosmetic Medicine, offering modern, non-invasive treatments such as Botox, Mesotherapy, Dermapen, PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma), Chemical Peels, and Hyaluronic Acid Fillers, aiming at natural rejuvenation and improvement of skin appearance. With scientific proficiency, responsibility, and a patient-centered approach, she provides comprehensive medical care tailored to each patient’s needs, combining prevention, treatment, and aesthetic care with a focus on health and quality of life.

Mixailidis Xristos is a General Practitioner with a private practice in Piraeus. He holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in General Medicine at the Thriasio General Hospital of Elefsina. He has extensive professional experience, having worked at the General Hospital of Amfissa, the Neuropsychiatric Clinic "Agios Gerasimos," the Clinic "Kyaneus Stavros," and within the SOS doctors network. Additionally, he has served as an instructor at the Public IEK of Elefsina and Mandra. To date, alongside his private practice, he serves as a Physician at the Dialysis Unit of the Athens Medical Center. Furthermore, he has participated in numerous conferences, postgraduate seminars, and workshops aimed at continuous professional development in his field and has contributed to several studies and research projects. Finally, the doctor is a member of the Hellenic Society of General/Family Medicine.

Triantafyllis Dimitrios is a Cardiologist who maintains private practices in Kypseli and Nea Psychiko. He holds a medical degree from the University of Ioannina with further training in Echocardiography (stress echo, transesophageal studies, three-dimensional imaging) from the Hippocrates Hospital of Athens and the Educational Program of the International Academy of Medical Ultrasound in Berlin. In addition to his private practice, he is a Scientific Associate - Cardiologist at DTHKA "Hygeia" and head of the Stress Echo Department at the Central Athens Clinic. He has also collaborated with the Euroclinic of Athens, where he gained significant experience in performing stress echo and transesophageal echocardiographic studies. At his cardiology clinic and laboratory, he offers comprehensive and specialized cardiological examinations covering the entire spectrum of cardiovascular diseases.

Velissariou Georgios is a Cardiologist and maintains a private practice in Acharnes. He specialized in cardiology at the 1st Cardiology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos" and has attended numerous seminars aimed at continuous professional development in his field. To date, he is a Scientific Collaborator of the HYGEIA group and a member of the Athens Medical Association. In 2024, after six months of training at the Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center, he obtained a license to perform stress echocardiography (stress echo).

Marinakos Athanasios is a Specialist Cardiologist with a private practice in the Ampelokipi area. He possesses significant experience in Clinical Cardiology as well as specialized knowledge in Interventional Cardiology and Advanced Echocardiography. The clinic offers Electrocardiograms, Cardiac and Thoracic Aorta Triplex Ultrasound, 24-hour Blood Pressure Holter, 24-48 hour/7-day Rhythm Holter monitoring, utilizing state-of-the-art equipment, and issues health certificates and attestations. For the diagnosis and treatment of complex cardiological cases, he collaborates with the H.H.G group, reputable diagnostic centers, and public healthcare facilities. He holds a medical degree from the Semmelweis University Faculty of Medicine in Budapest. He specialized in Cardiology at the General Regional Hospital of Tripoli and the Konstadopouleio New Ionia "Agia Olga" Hospital. At the Hemodynamic Laboratory of the latter, he received further training in Interventional Cardiology, and at the Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center, he trained in Latest Ultrasound Techniques. He has worked as a Consultant Cardiologist B at the Cardiology Clinic and Hemodynamic Laboratory of the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko," where he gained experience managing cardiology patients with significant comorbidities (pathological, rheumatological, surgical, nephrological, and oncological cases). He has also worked as a Consultant Cardiologist in the interventional cardiology team at the private Metropolitan Hospital, acquiring extensive experience managing cardiology patients undergoing complex angioplasties and transcatheter valve replacement procedures. He is a certified Basic and Advanced Life Support Resuscitator, an area in which he has substantial authorship and educational work. He actively participates in numerous conferences in Greece and abroad.

Xaita Stauroula is a General Family Physician and maintains a private practice in Ilisia. She holds a degree from the Medical School of the University of Bologna. She has specialized in General Family Medicine at the Naval Hospital of Athens and holds a Master's Degree in Aging and Chronic Disease Management from the Hellenic Open University in collaboration with the Medical Department of the University of Thessaly.

Koumelli Areti is a Military Physician and Specialist Cardiologist who maintains a private practice in Ambelokipi. She completed her specialization at the First University Cardiology Clinic of the "Hippocrateion" General Hospital of Athens. She holds the position of Consultant Cardiologist at the Cardiology Clinic of the 251st General Air Force Hospital. She is a PhD graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she holds the European Diploma of Cardiology (ESC European Diploma of Cardiology). As part of her ongoing professional development, Dr. Koumelli regularly attends and participates as an invited speaker and commentator at numerous conferences both in Greece and abroad. Moreover, she has an extensive research portfolio and is the author of numerous papers and publications in international journals. Finally, she is a member of both the Hellenic and European Cardiology Societies.

Xoutopoulos Dimitrios is a Dietitian - Nutritionist and maintains his dietetic practice in Kaisariani. He is a graduate of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Technological Educational Institute of Larissa and holds a master's degree from the Department of Medicine at the University of Thessaly, with a thesis on "Nutrition in Health and Disease." His practical training was completed in the dietetic department of the "Paediatric Agia Sofia" hospital, where he provided nutritional counseling to parents of children suffering from various metabolic diseases and autoimmune disorders, the most prominent of which are diabetes, celiac disease, and cystic fibrosis. His passion for education in the field of nutrition led him to attend numerous conferences/seminars, the most significant being "Specialist in Sports Nutrition" from the Ergometric Center for Nutrition and Exercise "Peak Performance." He also obtained additional certifications in Sports Nutrition, basic principles of Nutrition and Dietetics, seminars on the accurate diagnosis of hematological tests, as well as training in managing various autoimmune symptoms. Finally, the primary goal of the center is to offer prevention and treatment services, as well as to contribute decisively to improving the quality of life for individuals of all ages through specialized programs and the reliable advice of the dietitian - nutritionist.

Iatrokosmos is a comprehensive primary healthcare unit located in the Ampelokipoi area. It consists of the Iatrokosmos Cardiology Department, which is staffed by highly trained scientific personnel and equipped with modern technological medical devices. The center's objective is to provide the solution that each patient desires, namely diagnosis through to treatment, in an affordable, reliable manner, using only the necessary examinations. The goal is to cover the healthcare needs of every family, insured or uninsured, of any age with comprehensive solutions. Their philosophy includes three fundamental principles: friendly service, high-quality examinations, and affordable prices. Finally, always prioritizing patient safety, they assume responsibility for the patient's health from start to finish, that is, from diagnosis through to treatment.