Doctors for Driving License in the Western suburbs of Athens

Gkika Xara is a Specialist in General and Family Medicine and maintains a private practice in Ilion. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and completed her specialty training in General and Family Medicine at the G.N.A. "G. Gennimatas" Hospital. She has attended the Postgraduate Program of the University of Thessaly focused on "Primary Health Care." She has been practicing general medicine for 20 years, serving both the public healthcare system and the private sector. She has extensive experience in managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes mellitus, anemia, osteoporosis, respiratory diseases, as well as handling acute cases. Her core principles include an emphasis on prevention and, above all, a holistic approach to the patient.

Tsolakis Dimitrios is a Pathologist and maintains a private practice in the Zografou area. He holds a medical degree from the University of Milan, Italy, and completed his specialty training in Pathology at the General Hospital "Elpis". Currently, in addition to his private practice, he is also affiliated with the private clinic “Metropolitan”. Since 2007, he has consistently attended conferences, workshops, and annual seminars aimed at thorough training and continuous professional development in his field of expertise.

Kavagios Loukianos MD is an Ophthalmic Surgeon who maintains a private practice in Nikaia. He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and completed his specialty training in Ophthalmology at the General Hospital of Nikaia - Piraeus. Throughout his professional career, he has acquired valuable knowledge and experience in the field and currently offers a wide range of specialized services at his private clinic. In addition to his private practice, he is an Associate Physician at the Athens Eye Hospital in Glyfada and a member of the Piraeus Medical Association and the Hellenic Ophthalmological Society. Finally, considering education as an ongoing process, he actively attends and participates in conferences related to his specialty.

Pappa Eleni is an Ophthalmic Surgeon and has maintained a private practice in Peristeri since 2021. She is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She completed her five-year specialization in ophthalmology at one of the largest hospitals in northern Germany, Klinikum Bremen-Mitte. She also worked at the same hospital as a Consultant until March 2020, gaining significant experience in the diagnosis, monitoring, as well as the conservative and surgical management of ophthalmic conditions in both children and adults. Since September 2020, she has been a Consultant at the Euroclinic of Pediatrics and since 2021 also at the Euroclinic of Athens. She holds the European, German, and Greek National Ophthalmology Diplomas. She has numerous participations in international seminars and ophthalmology postgraduate trainings, as well as presentations/posters at German conferences. Finally, she is fluent in English and German.

Dr. Ntouna Katerina is a Pathologist with a private practice in Piraeus. She specializes in the prevention, effective diagnosis, and management of metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is undoubtedly a major scourge of the modern lifestyle. Therefore, its timely and effective diagnosis will prevent the occurrence of potential complications. More specifically, this begins with recording the patient's anthropometric data (height, weight, BMI calculation, waist circumference), blood pressure regulation, and lipid profile (HDL-LDL cholesterol, triglycerides). She also specializes in the therapeutic management of patients with diabetes mellitus. Emphasis is placed on the early diagnosis of diabetes-related complications that may arise, such as diabetic retinopathy, nephropathy, neuropathy, as well as early atheromatosis. The latter is primarily responsible for the development and manifestation of cardiovascular events. Finally, the proper management of diabetic ulcers is crucial. The goal is to achieve optimal glycemic control in diabetic patients through the provision of specialized diets, nutritional counseling, self-monitoring diaries, and education on the correct use of insulin pens. It is noteworthy that home-based education by specialized personnel is available without any financial burden.

Kouroumidis Aleksandros MD, MSc is a Ophthalmic Surgeon with extensive experience in the field of public health and primary care. He has served for many years in the National Health System (NHS) and is a consultant at the Keratsini Health Center, providing high-level ophthalmological care on a daily basis. He holds a postgraduate degree focused on "Quality of life and depression in patients with ophthalmic diseases" and places special emphasis on geriatric patient care, approaching the special needs of the elderly with sensitivity and scientific thoroughness. He has significant experience in the diagnosis and treatment of cataracts while also providing comprehensive ophthalmological care for all age groups, including children. The physician uses state-of-the-art equipment and applies the most advanced surgical techniques. Additionally, he is actively involved in social initiatives, participating in medical missions to island and remote areas of Greece, delivering ophthalmological services to populations with limited access to specialized care. He is the Ophthalmologist of the Flying Doctors Association, concretely supporting the work of social contribution through medicine. His philosophy is based on a trustful relationship with the patient, continuous scientific advancement, and the provision of personalized, humane care.

Dr Panagiotidis Ioannis is a Pathologist who maintains a private practice in Nikaia. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and subsequently specialized in Pathology at the therapeutic clinic of the University of Athens, at the General Hospital of Athens "Alexandra". Finally, the doctor collaborates with Cosmoclinic and in his private practice offers a wide range of services, tailored to the needs of each patient.

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.

Sarafadi Magdalini is an Internist and maintains a private practice in Sepolia. She holds a medical degree from the School of Health Sciences at the University of Patras and specialized in Internal Medicine at the General Hospital of Lamia and the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko." She is certified as an ALS Provider by the European Resuscitation Council and has completed a postgraduate seminar on Hypertension offered by the Hellenic Hypertension Society. Furthermore, Dr. Sarafadi is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Diabetes Association, and the Hellenic Society of Internal Medicine. She regularly attends numerous conferences in Greece and abroad and participates with oral and poster presentations at national medical congresses.

Mpourantani Steliana is an Ophthalmologist who maintains a private practice in Nikaia. She graduated from the Military Officers’ School of Corps at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and specialized in Ophthalmology at the Naval Hospital of Athens. Subsequently, she specialized as an Ophthalmic Surgeon at the Ophthalmology Clinic of the General Hospital Red Cross "Korgialeneio-Benakeio," where she managed a wide range of cases and their treatment. In 2015, she obtained her ophthalmology specialty as well as the European Diploma in Ophthalmology, and subsequently specialized in ocular ultrasonography at the Red Cross Ophthalmology Clinic. Currently, she serves as a Registrar at the Ophthalmology Clinic of the Naval Hospital of Athens and collaborates with leading private ophthalmology clinics. Notably, she consistently participates in conferences with presentations and lectures, including participation in the 1st Eastern European Ophthalmic Summer Academy. Additionally, she is a member of the Hellenic Ophthalmological Society and the Hellenic Vitreous and Retina Society. Finally, she manages cases spanning the entire spectrum of ophthalmology, with specialization in myopia laser treatment, cataract surgery, and macular disease.

Dr. Ziggiridou Aleksandra is an Ophthalmic Surgeon and maintains a private clinic in the Korydallos area.

She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Ioannina and completed her specialization in Ophthalmology at the 251 Air Force General Hospital and the General Hospital of Athens "Hippocrates," gaining experience in a wide range of eye conditions, both clinically and surgically.

She has enhanced her scientific training through the postgraduate program "Modern Approaches in Retinal Pathology and Surgery" and maintains a consistent interest in the continuous advancement of the field of Ophthalmology. She regularly participates in educational programs, seminars, and scientific conferences in Greece and abroad. In this context, she had the opportunity to gain experience as a Visiting Doctor at the Augenklinik München, further strengthening her international scientific training.

She is a scientific collaborator at the Athens Mediclinic, where she performs surgical procedures.

She approaches each patient with responsibility, precision, and scientifically evidence-based care, always striving to provide comprehensive, high-quality services.

Armenis Ioannis is an Ophthalmologist who maintains a private practice in Aegaleo. He completed his medical studies at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Medical School. He possesses extensive clinical experience, having worked for 2 years as a Consultant B Ophthalmologist at the Health Center in Aegaleo. Additionally, he has worked as an ophthalmologist in the Ophthalmology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Red Cross - Korgialeneio Benakeio," as well as at the 251 Air Force General Hospital. In his practice, he manages cases spanning the entire spectrum of ophthalmology, specializing specifically in myopia laser treatment, cataract surgery, and glaucoma.

Dr. Ragkousis Antonios is a Ophthalmic Surgeon and Doctor of Medicine from the Medical School of the University of Athens.

He concurrently serves as Consultant at the State Ophthalmology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas," where he is responsible for the Department of Ocular Inflammations and Retina. He graduated with honors from the Medical School of the University of Athens, where he also completed his doctoral dissertation with distinction. He is also a top graduate holder of the postgraduate degree "Ophthalmic Imaging." He completed his specialty training at the Red Cross Hospital.

He specialized for several years in England in diseases of the Retina-Macula and Ocular Inflammations at the internationally renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, Southampton University Hospital, and Royal Liverpool University Hospital. He holds Certification of Specialization and Excellence from the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO) and the European Society of Retina Specialists (FEBOS-R).

His clinic in Ilion is equipped with state-of-the-art technology such as the Haag-Streit slit lamp with live imaging system, Haag-Streit Octopus Visual Fields, the high-precision ARK-1a refractometer-keratometer, the high-resolution iCare fundus camera, and the high-resolution Solix OCT and OCT angiography device.

Ioannis Kokkoris is an Ophthalmologist who maintains a private practice in Piraeus. Concurrently, he collaborates with the Ophthalmology Clinic of Metropolitan General. He holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Ophthalmology at the General Hospital of Piraeus "Tzaneio". Additionally, he holds a European Diploma in Ophthalmology, which he obtained in Paris. He possesses extensive experience, having worked in major Clinics and Hospitals in Attica, and specializes in myopia laser treatment, Pediatric Ophthalmology, and Cataract Surgery.

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.