Health professionals for Diet and nutrition in the Western suburbs of Athens

Tsirkas Konstantinos is a General Practitioner - Family Doctor with a private practice in Peristeri, Attica, providing comprehensive primary healthcare services since 2023. With solid scientific training and a patient-centered approach, he offers complete medical support to patients of all ages, with particular emphasis on the management of chronic diseases such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, and diabetes mellitus. Simultaneously, he undertakes the immediate treatment of everyday emergency cases, offering reliable and prompt care. Preventive medicine constitutes a significant part of his practice, focusing on preventive screenings and guiding patients toward a healthier and more balanced lifestyle. He also provides full prescription services, issuance of referrals, and monitoring of therapeutic regimens, as well as the issuance of necessary certificates for work or driving. Additionally, he has experience in preparing KEPA files, offering comprehensive support for disability assessment procedures with responsibility, accuracy, and utmost respect for the patient.

Dr. Ioannis Zouridakis, MD, MSc, is a General Surgeon and Breast Specialist who has maintained a private practice in Korydallos since 1994 and recently within REA Hospital. He is a Scientific Collaborator and a PhD candidate at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He earned his medical degree in 1986 from the University of Rome “La Sapienza” with a doctoral thesis completed during his studies. He specialized in General Surgery at the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos" and further specialized in Laparoscopic Surgery at the University of Montpellier in France. He attended the European Advanced Level Course in Breast Disease Management for Surgeons in Athens and specialized in the treatment of breast diseases at the 6th Oncology Hospital "G. Gennimatas." Subsequently, he specialized in hernia surgery using dual mesh PHS & Prolene 3D Patch at Umberto I Hospital in Italy and also specialized in Minimally Invasive Operating Techniques in Colorectal Surgery. He has worked in numerous hospitals and clinics and has served for many years as the Director of the Surgical Clinic at Metropolitan Hospital. Currently, he works daily as a Surgeon – Laparoscopist – Breast Specialist (Consultant Surgeon) at the General and Maternity Hospital REA, one of the most modern hospitals in Greece. Finally, he has attended and participated in over 100 medical conferences in Greece and abroad.

Anastasia Skliva is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Keratsini. She holds a degree in psychology from the Metropolitan College, has been trained in counseling psychotherapy at the Universal Training lifelong learning center, and specializes in systemic psychotherapy through her studies at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has experience managing mental health issues through counseling programs as well as her involvement with the NGO IASIS. She undertakes psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and couples facing difficulties, and also conducts parent counseling sessions. Sessions are held either in person or online.

Dr. Grammatikou Sofia, MD, PhD, is an Endocrinologist with a private practice in Chaidari. She holds a PhD from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens with a dissertation titled "Health Maintenance Intervention in the Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus." She is also a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Endocrinology at the Korgialenio-Benakeio General Hospital of Athens. Dr. Grammatikou manages cases across the entire spectrum of Endocrinology, with particular expertise in the management of gestational diabetes as well as type 1 and type 2 diabetes. She is specialized in monitoring diabetic patients using insulin pumps. The clinic is equipped with modern thyroid ultrasound technology. During a diabetic patient visit, a comprehensive clinical examination, neuropathy assessment, training on the use of injectable therapeutic treatments, and dietary guidance are provided. Finally, Dr. Grammatikou is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Endocrinological Society, and the Hellenic Diabetes Association.

Miari Panagiota BSc, MSc is a Dietitian - Nutritionist with a private practice in Peristeri. She holds a degree from the School of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Technological Educational Institute of Crete and a master's degree specialized in "Nutrition and Exercise" from Harokopio University of Athens, graduating with honors. Additionally, she has expertise in eating disorders and holds a diploma in Iridology. In her private practice, she provides applied nutritional education programs and support for physiological and pathological conditions, such as weight loss or gain, pregnancy, athlete nutrition, childhood obesity, chronic diseases, and eating disorders. Furthermore, she has been involved in public education through television and WEBTV on various channels, maintaining a regular presence on zoygla.gr, Channel 9, the show "Athens Nip Tuck," and channel E. She has participated in the European Study of the Childhood Obesity Surveillance Initiative (COSI) program of the World Health Organization for childhood obesity, which was undertaken to be represented in Greece by the Hellenic Medical Society for Obesity in collaboration with the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics of the Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki. Finally, she has written and continues to write articles for magazines, newspapers, and scientific health websites, attended numerous seminars concerning the nutrition of children and adults, and has delivered educational lectures to sports clubs, schools, and on television.

Makaratzi Viky is a Dietitian-Nutritionist and operates her private practice in Korydallos. She has worked in dietetic offices as a lead Dietitian and has attended numerous postgraduate seminars and conferences. Her philosophy is summarized as follows: "Our body is our home, and only we can take care of it, providing it with energy, mood, psychology, and health. All of this is achieved through a balanced diet. The number of kilograms is not important, but the weight that makes each individual feel comfortable with themselves. I am a companion on this journey to help each of you reach the best version of yourself."

Nodaras Xristos is an Internal Medicine Specialist with private practices in Aspropyrgos and Attiki Square. He holds a Doctorate from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and is certified in the ILS Provider Course by the European Resuscitation Council. Additionally, he has received training in spinal implant procedures in France, specialized in Internal Medicine at the 2nd Internal Medicine Department of the General Hospital of Elefsina "Thriasio," and has attended annual advanced training seminars on Diabetes Mellitus by "Vasos Karamanos." In his private practice, he manages a wide range of internal medicine conditions, including infections, obesity, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, cholesterol, and triglycerides. He also collaborates with the Ministry of Transport for the issuance and renewal of driving licenses, as well as health certificates. Furthermore, Dr. Nodaras has participated in national conferences aimed at continuous professional development and is a member of the Hellenic Diabetes Association and the Hellenic Society for the Study of Sepsis.

Papadopoulos Dimitrios is an Anesthesiologist - Acupuncturist and maintains a Private Pain Clinic in Acharnes. He graduated from the Medical School of Varna and specialized in Anesthesiology at the "Konstantopouleio" General Hospital (Agia Olga). He trained at the Pain & Palliative Care Clinic at the General Oncology Hospital “Agioi Anargyroi” and holds a Certificate of Attendance from Continuing Education Seminars in Algology (SEΑ). He holds an Acupuncture Diploma from the International Postgraduate Acupuncture Center AcuScience (2009 - 2011). He has served as an Anesthesiologist at the UHB Trust in the United Kingdom and as an Assistant Consultant Anesthesiologist B’ at the General Hospital of Samos. As part of his continuous professional development, he participates in numerous conferences and seminars in Regional Anaesthesia and Pain Management in Greece and abroad, as well as in Auricular Acupuncture - Auricular Neuromodulation with Prof. Bazzoni.

Vasileiou Ksanthi is a Dietitian - Nutritionist and maintains a private practice in Elefsina. Simultaneously, she collaborates with the medical center "IAZO MED" in Chaidari as an external associate specializing in Dietetics - Nutrition. She holds a degree from the Higher Technological Educational Institute of Larissa (now the University of Thessaly). Her practical training took place at the "THRIASIO" hospital, where she monitored hospitalized patients within the unit while simultaneously managing outpatient cases. Her thesis focused on Nutrition and Exercise during pregnancy. Considering continuous education essential in this field, she regularly attends numerous conferences and workshops. Additionally, the seminars she has participated in pertain not only to further specialization in nutrition but also to psychology, which plays a crucial role in managing dietary habits. Notably, she completed the professional empowerment program of the University of the Aegean on Psychology and Counseling. Furthermore, in 2017 and 2021, she completed the programs "BEYOND THE LIMITS OF DIET" and "Communication and Counseling Skills," respectively, at the K.E.PSY.F. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Dietitians - Nutritionists Association.

Maria Thliverou is a Mental Health Counselor and Psychotherapist, maintaining a private practice in Peristeri. She completed her studies in Counseling at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. Subsequently, she pursued a postgraduate seminar in learning difficulties and special education issues at the University of Ioannina. Additionally, she attended a postgraduate seminar in the design and coordination of psychoeducational groups at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling and a postgraduate seminar titled “Promotion of Mental Health in Children and Adolescents” at the University of West Attica. She has experience and specializes in self-awareness groups, individual therapy, and parent counseling.

Gkioksaris Vasileios is an Endocrinologist and maintains an endocrinology clinic in Ampelokipi. Simultaneously, he serves as the Endocrinologist-Diabetologist scientific director at LIFECHECK Drapetsona. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the University of Ioannina. He served as a rural doctor at the Konitsa Health Center. He completed his internal medicine residency at the General Hospital of Arta and subsequently fulfilled his military service as a Physician. For two years, he was the scientific director of the Medical team of Doctors of the World (Medecins du Monde) in the Epirus region. He completed his specialty in Endocrinology - Diabetes - Metabolism at the endocrinology department of the "Metaxa" Anticancer Hospital of Piraeus, which specializes in thyroid diseases and is a center of expertise in neck ultrasonography. He has participated in numerous Greek and international endocrinology and diabetes conferences and seminars, maintaining continuous updates on scientific advancements in his field. During his specialty training, he obtained a certificate of specialized education in "Human Reproduction" from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He attended an Endocrine Disorders during Pregnancy clinic at the Regional General Hospital - Maternity "Elena Venizelou" and a Growth and Development clinic at the Children's Hospital "Panagiotis and Aglaia Kyriakou." He has successfully completed training in Diabetes at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He holds a license to perform thyroid gland ultrasonography.

Ziros Konstantinos PhD is a Dietitian - Nutritionist and maintains a private practice in Peristeri. He holds a doctorate from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has received postgraduate training in human nutrition with a specialization in Clinical Nutrition at the University of Glasgow, UK. Additionally, he specializes in eating disorders in children and sports nutrition, expertise gained during his training at the National Centre for Eating Disorders in the United Kingdom. Besides his private practice, he is a Scientific Collaborator at Evivos Med. Furthermore, he contributes articles online and in local newspapers and participates in numerous scientific conferences addressing topics related to nutrition, health, and psychology.

Zisiadis Dimitris MD, MSc, PhDc, is a General Surgeon and Director of the Surgical Clinic at the Medical Center of Athens - Psychiko, with private practices in Kifisia, Agios Dimitrios, Ilion, and Psychiko. He is a PhD candidate at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a master's degree in Bioethics from the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace. Additionally, it is worth mentioning his specialization in Laparoscopic Surgery from the University of Strasbourg in France, Minimally Invasive surgery for inguinal hernia repair at IRCAD, and training in robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery. He has participated in thousands of surgeries for critically ill patients during his surgical practice in the public sector, as well as numerous advanced surgical reconstructions abroad, with a strong commitment to implementing these techniques in Greece. He has served as a collaborating Surgeon in numerous private centers in Greece, Italy, and the UK (London), participating in a wide range of general, laparoscopic, and robotic surgical procedures. He employs the most modern equipment and state-of-the-art techniques worldwide. He has also been trained in the repair of inguinal hernia, hydrocele, and ventral hernia using double mesh and local anesthesia. Finally, he has actively participated in numerous surgical conferences in Greece and courses organized by the Hellenic Surgical Society.

Η Αλεξάνδρα Μπάμπουλη είναι Κλινικός Ψυχολόγος – Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί Κέντρο Ψυχοθεραπείας στον Πειραιά και στην Αθήνα. Είναι αριστούχος απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου και κάτοχος MSc Κλινικής Ψυχολογίας από το ΕΚΠΑ. Στο πλαίσιο της κλινικής της εκπαίδευσης έχει εξειδικευτεί στην Ψυχοδυναμική Ψυχοθεραπεία και στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία, ενώ έχει πραγματοποιήσει επιπλέον εκπαίδευση στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία στην Ελληνική Εταιρεία Γνωσιακών Ψυχοθεραπειών του Αιγινήτειου Νοσοκομείου, αναγνωρισμένη από τον European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT).Παράλληλα, διαθέτει εκπαίδευση στην ψυχομετρική αξιολόγηση ενηλίκων, παιδιών και εφήβων, με εξειδίκευση στη χορήγηση και ερμηνεία ψυχομετρικών εργαλείων, όπως τα WAIS-V, WISC-IV, MMPI-2, Rorschach και TAT-CAT. Εργάζεται ψυχοθεραπευτικά με ενήλικες, παιδιά και εφήβους, αναλαμβάνοντας ζητήματα που αφορούν το άγχος, τις κρίσεις πανικού, τις φοβίες, την κατάθλιψη, τις διατροφικές διαταραχές, τα ψυχοσωματικά συμπτώματα, τις δυσκολίες στις διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις, την αυτοεικόνα και την προσωπική ανάπτυξη. Παράλληλα, ασχολείται με την κλινική έρευνα με ιδιαίτερο ενδιαφέρον στην ψυχική υγεία των γυναικών και πραγματοποιεί ομάδες υποστήριξης εγκύων και νέων γονέων. Οι συνεδρίες πραγματοποιούνται και στην αγγλική γλώσσα.

Έχει αποκτήσει σημαντική κλινική εμπειρία μέσα από τη συνεργασία της με δημόσιες και πανεπιστημιακές δομές ψυχικής υγείας, όπως το Κέντρο Ψυχικής Υγείας Κορυδαλλού, το Παιδοψυχιατρικό Τμήμα του ΠΓΝ «Αττικόν», το Ψυχιατρικό Τμήμα του ΓΝΑ «Γεώργιος Γεννηματάς», το Ναυτικό Νοσοκομείο Αθηνών και τα Ειδικά Ιατρεία Μνήμης και Νοητικών Διαταραχών του Αιγινήτειου Νοσοκομείου.

Στο Κέντρο Ψυχοθεραπείας συνεργάζονται εξειδικευμένοι ψυχολόγοι και ψυχοθεραπευτές, παρέχοντας υπηρεσίες ψυχοθεραπείας και συμβουλευτικής σε παιδιά,εφήβους και ενήλικες.

Η Αλίκη Φλώρου είναι απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου Ιωαννίνων και κάτοχος MSc Παιδοψυχιατρικής από το ΕΚΠΑ. Εκπαιδεύεται στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία και διαθέτει κλινική εμπειρία στην υποστήριξη παιδιών, εφήβων και ενηλίκων με άγχος, κρίσεις πανικού, φοβίες, διατροφικές διαταραχές και δυσκολίες αυτοεκτίμησης.

Η Αγγελική Γκλαβά είναι απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του ΕΚΠΑ και πραγματοποιεί MSc στη Συμβουλευτική των Εξαρτήσεων. Παράλληλα, έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία και αναλαμβάνει ατομικές συνεδρίες ψυχοθεραπείας με εφήβους και ενήλικες, εστιάζοντας σε ζητήματα άγχους, κατάθλιψης, διαπροσωπικών σχέσεων και προσωπικής ενδυνάμωσης.

Η Ειρήνη Γώγου είναι απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του ΕΚΠΑ και πραγματοποιεί MSc στην Ψυχική Υγεία και Ψυχιατρική Παιδιών και Εφήβων στην Ιατρική Σχολή Αθηνών. Παράλληλα, εξειδικεύεται στη Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία και διαθέτει εμπειρία στην ψυχοθεραπευτική υποστήριξη παιδιών, εφήβων και ενηλίκων, καθώς και στη συμβουλευτική γονέων.

Η Έφη Καραγιάννη είναι απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του ΕΚΠΑ και εκπαιδεύεται στη Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία, έχοντας ολοκληρώσει εξειδίκευση στη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Ψυχοθεραπεία. Εργάζεται ψυχοθεραπευτικά με ενήλικες, με ιδιαίτερη εστίαση στις αγχώδεις διαταραχές, τις κρίσεις πανικού, την ιδεοψυχαναγκαστική διαταραχή, τις διατροφικές δυσκολίες, την αυτοεκτίμηση και τις διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις.

Η Ηρώ Κομηνού είναι Ψυχολόγος – Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, κάτοχος άδειας ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος. Είναι απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου και κάτοχος MSc «Προαγωγή και Αγωγή Υγείας» της Ιατρικής Σχολής του ΕΚΠΑ. Παράλληλα, έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη Γνωσιακή – Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία (CBT), πιστοποιημένη από την EABCT, ενώ εφαρμόζει και στοιχεία της Θεραπείας Αποδοχής και Δέσμευσης (ACT).Εργάζεται ψυχοθεραπευτικά με εφήβους και ενήλικες, αναλαμβάνοντας ζητήματα άγχους, κατάθλιψης, κρίσεων πανικού, διατροφικών διαταραχών, διαπροσωπικών σχέσεων και προσωπικής ανάπτυξης. Διαθέτει εμπειρία στην ψυχολογική υποστήριξη παιδιών, εφήβων και γονέων, έχοντας συνεργαστεί με δομές εκπαίδευσης και κέντρα ειδικών θεραπειών.

Evgenia Grypari is a Psychologist with extensive experience in the field of mental health, currently collaborating with the center “Charin Noiseos” in Moschato. She graduated from the Department of Psychology of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Philosophy, while simultaneously attending the Hellenic Military Academy of Corps Officers (2009–2013). She later completed her Master’s Degree in “Mental Health and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry” at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (2020–2022).

Since 2013, she has been serving as a psychologist in the Hellenic Navy, having worked in several mental health units such as the Psychiatric Clinic of the Naval Hospital of Athens, the Joint Center for Mental Health of the Armed Forces (414 SNEN), and the Naval Hospital of Salamina. She has also staffed the 24-hour National Helpline for Psychological Support and Crisis Intervention, and has served aboard a warship as a military psychologist, gaining valuable insight into the psychological challenges faced by personnel in operational environments. Additionally, she has held administrative and coordinating positions related to health and personnel management within the Armed Forces.

Evgenia Grypari participates annually in the selection and evaluation processes for candidates of the military academies and Armed Forces personnel. She has also completed internships at the Self-Help Promotion Program of Thessaloniki (supporting individuals in substance recovery) and at the Psychiatric Department of the “Agia Sofia” Children’s Hospital.

Her clinical experience covers a wide range of cases, including:

• Depression and anxiety disorders
• Personality disorders and psychoses
• Relationship and marital difficulties
• Parental counseling and divorce management
• Perinatal and postpartum depression
• Eating disorders
• Adolescent issues and identity development
• Sexual disorders and sexual identity concerns

She has further training and specialization in:

• Child psychology
• Relationship and divorce management
• Art Therapy (Vera Vasarhelyi method) for children and adolescents (6–18 years)
• Children’s drawing interpretation
• Music therapy
• Eating disorders
• High-functioning autism

Her therapeutic approach is person-centered and integrative, aiming to provide a safe and supportive environment that fosters self-awareness, emotional resilience, and personal growth.

Mparmpari Maria, MD, MSc, PhD is an Endocrinologist - Diabetologist with extensive qualifications and long-standing clinical and academic experience due to her comprehensive training. She maintains a private practice in Aigaleo. She is a graduate of the Medical School of the University of Turin, holding a master's degree in "Research in Female Reproduction" from the Medical School of the University of Athens. She is highly specialized in the morbidity of Obesity, having earned a Doctorate with a dissertation on . She specialized in Endocrinology at the Endocrinology Department of the General Hospital of Athens "HIPPOCRATEIO" and in Diabetes at the Diabetology Department of the 2nd University Pathology Clinic of G.N.A HIPPOCRATEIO. Additionally, she was trained at the Pediatric Clinic of the General Children's Hospital of Athens "AGIA SOFIA" in the management of Pediatric Endocrinology cases and at the General Hospital of Athens "Elena Venizelou" in endocrinopathies during pregnancy, with particular emphasis on Gestational Diabetes Mellitus. She possesses extensive clinical experience in all endocrinological diseases concerning the thyroid gland, fertility in both sexes, adrenal and pituitary disorders, menstrual cycle disturbances during adolescence and adulthood including menopause, as well as metabolic diseases such as diabetes, obesity, and lipid disorders. She has participated extensively in numerous Greek and international conferences, with various publications in Greek and foreign journals, and has received awards at Greek conference competitions. She is an active member of the Hellenic Endocrine Society and the European Society of Endocrinology - ECE ENDOCRINOLOGY.

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.

Ms. Fregkou Nikolina is a Psychologist graduated from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, holding a professional license with a specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research - EEEΣ). She conducts adult sessions in person in the center of Athens as well as remotely (online). Simultaneously, she works at the Polydynamic Clinics of the Municipality of Athens, providing counseling services through individual sessions.

She has worked as a psychotherapeutic psychologist in various settings with 15 years of experience. Throughout her professional career, she continuously evolves by participating in trainings, seminars, conferences, and workshops.

As a professional and companion on the journey of therapy, she operates with empathy and authenticity, providing the appropriate tools to address the issues that concern her clients.

Diaitologiko Grafeio Ntelikou Mpenetou Natalia is a Dietitian - Nutritionist graduated from the International Hellenic University, with a master's degree in Clinical Nutrition from Roehampton University of London. Additionally, she is a certified Adult Educator & Health Coach from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She provides personalized nutrition programs tailored to individual needs and aims to change the individual's dietary mindset.

Dr Aggelopoulos Theodoros is an Internist - Diabetologist who maintains his private practice in Perama, Attica. He holds a PhD from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a medical degree from the Medical School of the University of Patras. He specialized in Internal Medicine at the 1st Propaedeutic Internal Medicine Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko". Additionally, he specialized in Diabetes Mellitus at the Diabetology Center of the 1st Propaedeutic Internal Medicine Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko" and in Preventive Medicine and emergency care management at Queen Elizabeth Hospital KL and Maidstone Kent in England. He is the Director and Internist - Diabetologist at the 2nd Internal Medicine Clinic of the Medical Center of Palaio Faliro and head of the Metabolism - Obesity Clinic at the Medical Center of Palaio Faliro. Finally, he was awarded first place in the 1st Medical Knowledge Competition, within the framework of the 38th Panhellenic Medical Conference, winning a 4-month scholarship at the Biomedical Research Foundation of the Academy of Athens.