Health professionals for Diabetes in Attica

Platis Ioannis is a Internist and maintains a private practice in Kolonaki. He holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and completed his specialty training in Internal Medicine at the State Pathology Clinic of the General Chest Diseases Hospital of Athens "Sotiria". He is specialized in Emergency Medicine, possessing certifications in ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support), as well as the online certification NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale). Currently, he serves as Registrar in the First Internal Medicine Clinic of the "Mitera" Hospital. Previously, he worked as an assistant Registrar B at the State Pathology Clinic of the General Chest Diseases Hospital of Athens "Sotiria", and as a Scientific Collaborator in the Oncology Department of the University Pathology Clinic of the same hospital. Finally, he manages cases across the full spectrum of Internal Medicine, with particular focus on hypertension and diabetes.

Velliou Triantafyllia is a Specialist Internist and maintains a private practice in Vyronas, Attica. She holds a degree from the Medical School of the University of Patras and has worked as a Consultant at the Metropolitan Private Hospital. She has extensive experience in the management of patients with type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Anemia, Infections, etc. Additionally, she is an affiliated physician of EURODIET, where she treats patients seeking weight loss. Furthermore, she offers home visits, serving the areas of Vyronas, Ymittos, Pangrati, Kaisariani, central Athens, Dafni, Ilioupoli, and others.

Tzaves Ioannis is a Specialist Endocrinologist with a private practice in Nea Ionia. He trained in Endocrinology at the Piraeus Oncology Hospital "Metaxa," where he served in the Hospital’s Endocrinology Clinic, which is the largest endocrinology clinic in Greece and remains the most important center for thyroid ultrasound training. The doctor played a leading role in this center, having specialized in fine-needle aspiration (FNA) techniques for thyroid and lymph node nodules. He also participated in clinical studies conducted by the Clinic, which were subsequently published in both domestic and international journals. As part of his Endocrinology specialization, he trained in Endocrinology and Gestational Diabetes at "Elena Venizelou" Hospital, as well as in Andrology within the same department. Additionally, he received training in Pediatric Endocrinology at the "P. & A. Kyriakou" Children's Hospital and finally at "Sotiria" Hospital for the management of patients with pathological endocrine diseases. He possesses extensive experience in diagnosing and managing thyroid disorders, as well as in the care of patients with endocrine diseases. Lastly, he has participated in numerous conferences in Greece and abroad and is a member of the Hellenic Endocrinological Society and The Endocrine Society of the USA.

Kanellopoulou Sofia is an Endocrinologist and maintains a private clinic in Agioi Anargyroi. She studied at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and Molecular Biology and Genetics at the Democritus University of Thrace. Additionally, she completed postgraduate studies in Reproductive Endocrinology at Imperial College London. She initially specialized at the 2nd Oncology Clinic of the General Oncology Hospital of Kifisia and subsequently at the Endocrinology Clinic - Diabetes Center of Evangelismos Hospital. She has clinical experience and is an Endocrinology Consultant at Metropolitan Hospital.

Koulis Fragkiskos - Theodoros is a specialist in Internal Medicine and maintains a private practice in Glyfada. He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Ioannina and completed his specialty in Internal Medicine at the Infectious Diseases Clinic of the General Chest Diseases Hospital of Athens "Sotiria." Additionally, he was trained at the Diabetes Center of the General Hospital of Athens "Red Cross" and at the Hypertension – Lipid Center of the General Hospital "Asklipieio Voula," gaining extensive experience in managing patients with Diabetes Mellitus, Arterial Hypertension, and Dyslipidemia. He has completed Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) seminars certified by the European Resuscitation Council (ERC). He has multiple participations and presentations at Diabetes and Infectious Diseases conferences and has attended numerous seminars related to Arterial Hypertension. Finally, he holds a Master's degree in "Health Units Administration – MSc HealthCare Systems Administration."

Garzonis Spyros is an Internist - Diabetologist and maintains a private practice in Cholargos. He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Internal Medicine at the General Hospital for Chest Diseases of Athens "Sotiria". Additionally, he received further training in Diabetes Mellitus and Diabetic Foot at the Diabetology Center of the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko," where he remained as a collaborator for over 10 years. He holds official specialization in Diabetes Mellitus. He has a particular interest and involvement in diabetes technology and insulin pumps. He has participated as a volunteer physician in a Doctors Without Borders - Greece mission in Zambia and in programs within Greece. Finally, he is a member of the Hellenic Diabetological Association, the European Association for the Study of Diabetes, the Hellenic Society for the Study of Diabetic Foot Disorders, the Hellenic Society of Internal Medicine, and Doctors Without Borders - Greece.

Skoulidi Virna BSc, MSc is a Dietitian - Nutritionist with a private practice in Nea Ionia. She holds a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from the Technological Educational Institute of Crete and has attended a clinical nutrition and dietetics seminar at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she possesses a master's degree in Nutrition, Public Health & Policies from the Agricultural University of Athens and in Nutritional Psychology from the CNP (Center for Nutritional Psychology). The specialist has worked as a Dietitian - Nutritionist at SALAS Catering Company and Fitpal Healthy Meals Company, as well as at the Elegance Aesthetic Center. Furthermore, she has worked in a Pulmonologist and Dietitian office, providing nutritional education to patients, body composition assessment, and designing individualized nutrition programs. Since 2016, she has been a contributor to magazines and websites related to wellness & fitness (Shape, Savoir Ville).

Dara Argyro is an Endocrinologist - Diabetologist with private practices in Glyfada and Anavyssos. She graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and trained as a resident physician at the General Oncology Hospital of Kifisia and in Endocrinology - Diabetology - Metabolism at the General Hospital of Athens "Korgialeneio - Benakio E.E.S." She worked as an associate at the General Clinic of Athens and at the private medical center "Hygeia" from 1997 to 2000 and served as a rural doctor at the Karlovasi Health Center in Samos from 1995 to 1996. She specializes with extensive experience in conditions such as gestational diabetes, body weight management, type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus, osteoporosis, menopausal disorders, menstrual disorders, hypothyroidism, and parathyroid gland diseases. As part of her continuous professional development, the doctor participates in numerous training courses and conferences both in Greece and abroad.

Tsoukala Xrysoula MD is an Endocrinologist - Diabetologist who maintains private practices in Aigaleo and Glyfada. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Subsequently, she specialized in Pathology and then in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism at the General University Hospital "Attikon" as well as at the Athens Children's General Hospital "Panagiota & Aglaia Kyriakou." Additionally, she has completed postgraduate courses in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism. The physician has extensive clinical experience and is specialized in diabetes mellitus, thyroid and parathyroid glands, as well as in the management of obesity and metabolic disorders. Finally, she has attended numerous scientific conferences both in Greece and abroad.

Gkolfinou Zoi is an Endocrinologist - Diabetologist and maintains a private practice in Nea Ionia. She is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). She has gained valuable experience in the field of Endocrinology - Diabetology at the General Hospital of Athens "Alexandra" and at the General Cancer Hospital of Athens "Agios Savvas." Furthermore, the specialist has participated in numerous endocrinology and diabetology conferences aiming at continuous education and updating on endocrinology topics. She has been trained and possesses extensive clinical experience in a wide range of endocrine disorders, including type 1 & 2 diabetes mellitus, gestational diabetes, thyroid and parathyroid diseases, osteoporosis and calcium metabolism disorders, endocrine disorders during pregnancy, menstrual irregularities, adrenal and pituitary diseases, endocrine hypertension, as well as obesity. Lastly, the physician is a member of the Athens Medical Association and the Hellenic Endocrine Society.

Foteini Nika graduated from the Department of Science of Dietetics - Nutrition at Harokopio University in 2016. She continued her academic path by completing the postgraduate program in Applied Dietetics-Nutrition at Harokopio University, specializing in Clinical Nutrition, where she graduated with distinction. Her master's thesis focused on the development and validation of a predictive index for assessing the likelihood of vitamin D deficiency in a pediatric school-aged population. Interested in continuous education and training, she has completed additional postgraduate courses in the following areas: "Stress Management & Health," National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), "Eating Disorders," NKUA, “Advanced Dietary Management and the low FODMAP Diet in IBS,” King's College London, and “Online Introduction to Paediatric Nutrition for Health Professionals,” Monash University. She has attended numerous conferences related to her field over time and has also served as a speaker at conferences, seminars, and workshops. She maintains her dietetic practice in Nea Erythraia. Within the framework of her professional experience, she has managed numerous clinical and sports nutrition cases in both adults and children. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Dietitians-Nutritionists Association. 

Dr. Papadopoulou Efi, MD, MSc, PhD, is a Internist - Diabetologist and maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi. She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Patras, holds a Master's Degree specializing in Diabetes Mellitus and Obesity, as well as a Doctorate from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with a medical specialization in Diabetes Mellitus. She completed her specialty training in Internal Medicine at the Therapeutic Clinic of the University of Athens at Alexandra General Hospital, where she also received clinical training in Diabetes Mellitus at the Diabetes Clinic of the same department. Currently, she maintains a private practice in Athens and concurrently works as an Attending Internist at the 7th Internal Medicine Clinic of Hygeia Hospital. Her clinical and research interests span the entire spectrum of Internal Medicine, with a particular emphasis on Diabetes Mellitus and Obesity.

Dr. Kontou Paraskeui is a specialist Endocrinologist - Diabetologist who maintains her private practice at Mavili Square and also has a private clinic in Sparta, Laconia. Additionally, she works as an Endocrinologist at the private medical center MEDICA in Agios Stefanos and serves as the Scientific Director of the private polyclinics LIFECHECK in Psychiko and Kallithea. She is also a Scientific Collaborator of the Unit "HYGEIA IVF Embryogenesis". She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Patras. She specialized in Endocrinology at the Endocrinology Unit - Metabolism and Diabetes Center at the General Hospital of Athens “Alexandra - Elena Venizelou”. She has obtained a postgraduate specialization degree in “Research in Female Reproduction” from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She is a member of the Athens Medical Association and the Hellenic Endocrinological Society. She has participated in numerous Greek and international endocrinology and diabetes conferences and seminars, continually updating her knowledge on the latest advances in her field, and has publications in reputable medical journals. She has been trained and possesses extensive clinical experience in a wide range of endocrine disorders, including type 1 & 2 diabetes mellitus, gestational diabetes, thyroid and parathyroid diseases, osteoporosis and calcium metabolism disorders, endocrine disorders during pregnancy, menstrual disorders, adrenal and pituitary diseases, endocrine hypertension, and obesity. Finally, she holds degrees in English and German. In her clinic, she approaches each patient individually and empathetically, aiming to provide high-quality medical services.

Diamanti Elpida is General - Family Physician and runs a private practice near the "Katehaki" metro station. She specialized at the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas" and is a PhD candidate at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). She has also worked as a physician at the coordination center of EKAV-KEPY. Finally, she is a member of the Athens Medical Association.  

At her private practice, she handles a wide range of General Medicine cases, including medical examinations and consultations, preventive check-ups based on age group, management of emergency cases, acute infections, and chronic conditions such as:  

• Arterial Hypertension  

• Dyslipidemia  

• Diabetes Mellitus  

• Osteoporosis  

• Asthma - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)  

• Depression and Anxiety Disorder  

• Cardiovascular issues (Genetic screening)

Tsiavos Vaios is an Endocrinologist - Diabetologist with a private practice in Argyroupoli. He is a graduate of the Medical School of Athens, specialized in adrenal gland disorders, and possesses extensive professional experience. During his studies at the Medical School of Athens, he collaborated with Professor I. S. Papadopoulos, Professor of Pharmacology. He has been involved in initiatives aimed at raising awareness and educating the public on issues affecting individuals with special needs, including the creation of presentations, exhibitions, lectures, and talks. The doctor contributed to the documentation and classification of adverse drug reactions in the compilation of the EOF (National Organization for Medicines) drug guide and worked with the Lions organization on the design of a promotional leaflet focused on driving safety. He completed his rural service in Grevena, where he trained and was on call in the surgical department. In 2003, he collaborated with Glaxo Wellcome on the design of advertising materials for a pharmaceutical product. He was a pathology resident at the 2nd Pathology Clinic of the General Hospital "Agia Olga." He completed the main part of his specialty training at the Endocrinology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas," participating actively in the clinic’s educational program with regular attendance at conferences. Gennimatas Hospital offers the most comprehensive endocrinology training covering the entire adult spectrum and also serves as the reference hospital in Greece for adrenal gland disorders. In his private practice, he manages conditions across the full range of endocrinology and provides specialized services tailored to the individual needs of his patients.

Georgakopoulou Stauroula is an Endocrinologist who maintains private practices in Agioi Anargyroi and Nea Filadelfeia. She specialized in the Department of Pathology at the General Hospital of Kyparissia and in the Department of Endocrinology - Metabolism and Diabetes at the General Hospital of Nikaia. Throughout her career, she has worked as an Endocrinologist at the Menopause and Osteoporosis Clinic of Aretaieio Hospital, in the Pathology and Endocrinology departments of the private hospital "Mediteranneo," as well as in the Pathology department of the private Kypseli Clinic. She has extensive experience in thyroid diseases, diabetes and metabolic management, menopause, osteoporosis, menstrual disorders, and hypogonadism. Finally, in her private practice, she can address a wide range of conditions, including diabetes, pituitary disorders, osteoporosis, and obesity.

Dr. Dermitzakis Stylianos is a Pathologist, founder and owner of the Premedicare Medical Center. He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Rome "La Sapienza" and holds a postgraduate degree in "Health Unit Management" from the School of Social Sciences of the Hellenic Open University of Patras. Within his specialty training, he served at the 1st IKA Hospital "Papadimitriou," the Regional General Hospital of Attica "Sismanoglio," as well as at the Military Fund Nursing Institution NIMTS. Additionally, he served as Head of Pathology at the Athens Bioclinic and concurrently was Director of Medical Services at Cross Border, providing medical coverage to medical tourism patients.

Niagasa Xristina is an Endocrinologist-Diabetologist and maintains her private practice in Paleo Faliro. She is a summa cum laude graduate of the Medical School of the University of Aquila in Italy. She specialized at Hippocratio General Hospital of Athens (G.N.A.). During her specialty training, she also received education in managing endocrine disorders during pregnancy at "Elena Venizelou" General Hospital, and in the Endocrinology Department of Growth and Development at "Panagiotis and Aglaia Kyriakou" General Pediatric Hospital of Athens (G.N.P.A.). The physician has clinical experience in a wide range of endocrine disorders, including diabetes mellitus, diseases of the thyroid and parathyroid glands, osteoporosis and calcium metabolism disorders, menstrual and menopausal disorders, hypogonadism, adrenal and pituitary diseases, endocrine hypertension, obesity, lipid disorders, and endocrine disorders during pregnancy. She manages all cases with a patient-centered approach, taking into account the individualized needs of each patient she treats. Finally, the doctor participates in numerous conferences as part of her continuous education and is a member of the Hellenic Endocrine Society and the Hellenic Diabetological Society.

Katsimardou Aleksandra MD, PhD is an Internist - Military Physician and maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi. She graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She specialized in Internal Medicine at the 2nd Internal Medicine Clinic of the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Hippocrates" and holds a PhD from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She has attended postgraduate courses on diabetes mellitus, arterial hypertension, and liver diseases. Furthermore, Dr. Katsimardou has participated as a speaker in national conferences and contributed to authoring published articles in international journals focusing on arterial hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and dyslipidemia.