Health professionals for Pregnancy in Attica

Tsoumpou Ioanna MSc, PhD, MRCOG, CCT-UK is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician and operates a private practice at Mavili Square. She specialized in Obstetrics and Gynecology for ten years entirely in the United Kingdom, where she also served as a Senior Registrar in major University Hospitals. She is specialized in Fetal Medicine, Gynecological Ultrasound, Endoscopic Surgery, and Cervical Pathology. She is among the few gynecologists in Greece who have completed their specialty training in the United Kingdom, gaining valuable experience in managing high-risk pregnancies and infertility cases, reproductive endocrinology, endometriosis, as well as laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery. Additionally, she trained in diagnostic and therapeutic colposcopy and was certified after examinations by the British Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (BSCCP). She completed a two-year specialization in Fetal Medicine at the Harris Birthright Research Centre for Fetal Medicine at King’s College Hospital University Hospital in London, under the supervision of Professor Kypros Nicolaides. She is an expert in prenatal screening and one of the few specialized physicians worldwide holding the highest distinction in fetal medicine (Diploma in Fetal Medicine). At her private practice, combining excellent scientific training with state-of-the-art medical equipment, she aims to provide holistic medical care without unfounded exaggerations. Finally, she is a Scientific Collaborator of the Fetal Medicine Department of the First University Clinic of the University of Athens at "Alexandra" Hospital, as well as at the "Iaso" and "Lito" Maternity Hospitals.

Margelis Zois is a Surgeon Gynecologist - Obstetrician and maintains a private practice in Piraeus. The doctor collaborates with the Obstetrics - Gynecology Clinic REA. At his private practice, he offers a wide range of services covering the entire spectrum of Gynecology and Obstetrics. Finally, the doctor is a member of the Piraeus Medical Association.

Ms. Aleksandridi Viktoria is an Obstetrician and Gynecological Surgeon and maintains her private practice in Kallithea. She holds a Medical Degree from the State Medical Academy of Russia, and in 2008, her degree was recognized by the Hellenic National Academic Recognition and Information Center (DOATAP). She specialized in General Surgery at the Penteli General Children's Hospital and in Obstetrics and Gynecology at "Elena Venizelou" Hospital. She has worked as a General Practitioner at the Ionio Therapeutic Center Ltd. As part of her continuous professional development, she has attended numerous training programs, conferences, and symposiums, and she is a member of the Athens Medical Association.

Papadimitriou Ap Georgios MSc is an Obstetrician - Gynecologist with private practices in Piraeus and Megara. He is a PhD candidate at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a postgraduate degree in "Pathology of Pregnancy" from the Medical School of the same university. He specialized in general surgery at the General State Hospital of Nikaia "Agios Panteleimon" and completed his training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University General Hospital "Attikon." Additionally, he is specialized in Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology and practices the full scope of his specialty. Finally, he is affiliated with the Obstetrics - Gynecology Clinic "Rea" and, since 2015 to the present, has been a Scientific Collaborator of the 2nd Obstetrics - Gynecology Clinic of the University Hospital of Athens "Aretaieio."

Diamantopoulou Sofia MD, MSc is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician and maintains a private practice at Mavili Square. She completed her studies at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has received further training in Minimally Invasive Surgery, Robotic Surgery, as well as in Female Reproductive Medicine.

Dr. Sidiroglou Ksenia MD, MSc is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician with a private practice in Neo Kosmos. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and the Department of Midwifery at the University of West Attica. She holds a Master of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Alabama, United States. In pursuit of continuous professional development, she has attended numerous postgraduate educational programs both in Greece and abroad. Within her specialty, she has worked at Alexandra General Hospital of Athens and Vostanio General Hospital of Mytilene. She has served as a lecturer in the Obstetrics-Gynecology course for the Nursing School of EPAS General Hospital of Mytilene "Vostanio" for two academic terms and has also been the Lead Physician for Football Clubs, participating in international matches. She has numerous participations in medical conferences, corresponding publications, and presentations, and is a member of the Hellenic Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Hellenic Anthropological Society. With a focus on scientific accuracy and extensive experience, she manages a wide range of cases, always prioritizing the needs of each patient.

Ο Μπούτας Ιωάννης MD, MSc, PhD, MRBS είναι Γυναικολόγος - Μαιευτήρας με εξειδίκευση στις Παθήσεις και στην Χειρουργική του Μαστού, την οποία έλαβε στην Πανεπιστημιακή Κλινική του Νοσοκομείου Mainz της Γερμανίας, και διαθέτει ιδιωτικά ιατρεία στους Αμπελόκηπους και στο Παλαιό Φάληρο. Είναι Διδάκτωρ της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών, με ειδικό αντικείμενο την θεραπεία του καρκίνου του μαστού, για την οποία έλαβε την υποτροφία αριστείας “Siemens” από το Ίδρυμα Κρατικών Υποτροφιών. Επιπλέον, κατέχει μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο σπουδών (MSc) στην "Έρευνα στην Γυναικεία Αναπαραγωγή" και έχει λάβει την ειδικότητα της Μαιευτικής - Γυναικολογίας στην Β΄ Πανεπιστημιακή Κλινική του Εθνικού & Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών, Νοσοκομείο "Αρεταίειον" Εκπαιδεύτηκε στην Υστεροσκόπηση από τον Καθηγητή Bettocchi, ο οποίος είναι πρωτοπόρος τόσο στην διαγνωστική όσο και στην επεμβατική υστεροσκόπηση. Κατέχει πιστοποίηση στην διενέργεια διαγνωστικής κολποσκόπησης από την Ελληνική Εταιρεία Κολποσκόπησης και Παθολογίας Τραχήλου. Παράλληλα, έχει συμμετάσχει σε πλήθος μετεκπαιδευτικών σεμιναρίων στην Ελλάδα, αλλά και στο εξωτερικό με στόχο τη συνεχή επιμόρφωση στον τομέα του. Έχει διατελέσει Ακαδημαϊκός Υπότροφος της Γ’ Μαιευτικής - Γυναικολογικής Κλινικής του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών στη Μονάδα Μαστού και είναι διδάσκων στα Μεταπτυχιακά Προγράμματα Σπουδών της Ιατρικής Σχολής ΕΚΠΑ "Παθολογία της Κύησης", "Παθήσεις Μαστού" και "Μητρικός Θηλασμός και Γονεϊκότητα". Έχει λάβει το βραβείο “Γ. Παπανικολάου” για επιστημονική έρευνα στο χώρο της Μαιευτικής και Γυναικολογίας για την περίοδο 2020-2022 καθώς επίσης και το βραβείο καλύτερης επιστημονικής εργασίας στο 17ο Παγκόσμιο Συνέδριο Γυναικολογικής Ενδοκρινολογίας, 2016. Τέλος, καταμετρά πολυάριθμες ανακοινώσεις σε ελληνικά και διεθνή συνέδρια, με μεγάλο αριθμό δημοσιεύσεων σε διεθνή περιοδικά με υψηλό δείκτη απήχησης. Επίσης, είναι μέλος σε Ελληνικές και διεθνείς επιστημονικές εταιρείες. Είναι ο μοναδικός Έλληνας Γυναικολόγος κάτοχος του Ευρωπαϊκού Προγράμματος Σπουδών "European Master's Degree in Surgical Oncology, reconstructive and aesthetic Breast Surgery". Ο γιατρός συνεργάζεται με τις Μαιευτικές Κλινικές Ιασώ, Ρέα και Λητώ και είναι επιστημονικός υπεύθυνος της Μονάδας μαστού στο Ιατρικό Π. Φαλήρου.

Anna Mylona is an Obstetrician-Gynecologist and maintains a private practice in Piraeus. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and completed her Obstetrics training at the Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki. She obtained her specialty following training in hospital institutions in Athens as well as in Sweden. Additionally, she worked as an Obstetrician-Gynecologist at Karlstad Centralsjukhuset Hospital and the Avonova Mariestad Health Center in Sweden. Currently, alongside her private practice, she collaborates with the maternity clinics Leto, Iaso, and Rea. Finally, she is a member of the Athens Medical Association and the Piraeus Medical Association and continuously attends seminars and annual symposiums aiming to enhance her specialization and maintain excellent professional training.

Lazaraki Antonia is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician and maintains a private practice in Kifisia. She studied at the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Subsequently, she specialized in General Surgery at the General Hospital of Melissia "Amalia Fleming", where she participated in numerous laparoscopic surgeries; in Obstetrics at the Konstantopouleio General Hospital of N. Ionia "Ag. Olga" and at the General Hospital of Nikaia Piraeus "Ag. Panteleimonas"; as well as at the Anticancer Hospital "Ag. Savvas", where she took part in oncologic gynecological surgeries, oncological councils, and simultaneously served as an assistant surgeon in the breast clinic. Concurrently, she specialized in gynecological and obstetric ultrasound at the university hospital of Larissa and holds a license for performing ultrasounds from KESY. Additionally, she trained in laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery at Acet and participated in seminars and courses by A. Wattier, while also receiving training in aesthetic gynecology. Finally, she continuously updates herself on advancements in her specialty and participates in numerous conferences and seminars both in Greece and abroad.

Dr. Spiliopoulos Dimitrios is an Obstetrician - Gynecologic Surgeon with extensive experience and specialization in Prenatal Screening, Fetal Medicine, and the management of high-risk pregnancies. He is a member of the Fetal Medicine Foundation (FMF), directed by Prof. Kypros Nicolaides, and holds certifications for performing all fetal ultrasounds and intrauterine procedures. He graduated from the Medical School of Bologna, Italy, in 2000. After obtaining his specialty in Obstetrics and Gynecology, he worked as Director of Obstetrics/Gynecology at the Royal Free Hospital, London, United Kingdom, where he specialized in Fetal Medicine and the management of high-risk pregnancies, with official certification from the British Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), of which he is also an official fellow. His specialization includes the prenatal diagnosis of congenital fetal anomalies, performing nuchal translucency pregnancy ultrasounds, level II and Doppler scans, as well as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling procedures. He is an active member of the Fetal Medicine department at MITERA and REA Maternity Hospitals, where he works as a specialist in Maternal-Fetal Medicine. At his clinic, all specialized examinations (nuchal translucency pregnancy ultrasounds, level II and Doppler scans, amniocentesis, and chorionic villus sampling procedures) concerning the health of the fetus and the expectant mother are conducted, along with comprehensive pregnancy monitoring. Additionally, he performs hysterosalpingo-contrast sonography, a state-of-the-art, painless method to assess fallopian tube patency, useful for infertile couples. Dr. Spiliopoulos has a rich research and publication record, with over 20 international scientific presentations and lectures and 11 publications in reputable international scientific journals. He has authored four international medical books focused on fetal ultrasound and gynecological ultrasound.

Boukorou Garyfallia is an Obstetrician - Gynecological Surgeon practicing privately in the Kallithea area. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in 2013 and subsequently completed her mandatory rural service at the regional clinics of Kea and Agios Georgios, Boeotia. She specialized at the General Hospital of Chalkida and the General Hospital of Athens "Elena Venizelou." During this period, she participated in hundreds of deliveries and numerous gynecological surgeries, gaining experience in the management of obstetric and gynecological emergency cases, while also contributing to the scientific work of her clinic. After obtaining her specialty, she remained at "Elena Venizelou" Hospital as a specialist Obstetrician - Gynecologist for two years, concurrently completing the Postgraduate Program of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in “Reproductive - Regenerative Medicine” with distinction. She is certified in conducting diagnostic colposcopy by the Hellenic Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology. The physician's ongoing commitment is to thoroughly address her patients' gynecological issues and to provide solutions through high-level services, as well as to monitor the entire spectrum of pregnancies up to delivery, from uncomplicated to high-risk pregnancies, with the primary goal of safeguarding the health of both mother and fetus.

Dr. Klapon - Mpenekou Karmen is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician with private practices in Kaisariani and Kifisia. She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Romania and specialized in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the General Hospital of Piraeus "Tzaneio." She has been trained in Gynecological and Obstetric Ultrasound and holds a license to perform gynecological ultrasounds. Additionally, she is specialized in Acupuncture in both Greece and China. Furthermore, she has participated in over 20 Greek and international scientific conferences, symposia, and seminars, as well as numerous acupuncture conferences and seminars. In her private practices, she offers a wide range of services, tailored to the individual needs of each woman.

Anagnostopoulos Sotiris is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician with a private practice in Keratsini. He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Patras and has extensive experience in gynecology and obstetrics. He is specialized in gynecological surgery, colposcopy, and cervical pathology. In the warmly arranged office, equipped with state-of-the-art technology and supported by experienced staff, all necessary examinations are performed, including full gynecological check-ups, colposcopy, treatment of warts, fetal cardiotocography (NST), Pap tests, cultures of vaginal fluids, and various minor procedures (IUD insertion, biopsy sampling, etc.), with availability of a 3D/4D ultrasound scanner. Their philosophy is to address the needs of each woman to the highest degree with scientific competence, ethics, and professionalism. Finally, the doctor is a member of the Piraeus Medical Association, the Union of Obstetricians - Gynecologists of Greece, and the Hellenic Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology.

Dr Traxana Sofia - Paraskeui MD, MSc, PhD is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician - Specialist in assisted reproduction, with expertise in assisted reproduction and fertility preservation, and maintains a private practice "FeminFertilis" in Nea Filadelfeia. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens with the grade "Very Good". In 2016, she was awarded a Doctorate from the Medical School of Athens with the grade "Excellent" and her research focus was ovarian cancer. Concurrently, in the same year, she completed her postgraduate studies in the program "Reproductive - Regenerative Medicine" with the grade "Excellent" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. In 2017, she completed her specialty in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the 1st University Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic of "Alexandra" Hospital. Subsequently, she moved to the United Kingdom, where she specialized in assisted reproduction, fertility preservation, and minimally invasive surgery at one of the largest and most renowned clinics in London, St. Bart’s Fertility Clinic (Queen Mary University of London). During her specialization, she developed a particular interest in fertility preservation in women with malignant diseases (Onco-Fertility). Finally, she is the author of numerous foreign-language publications and has overseen the writing of chapters in books on the subject of in vitro fertilization, and has participated with presentations in numerous seminars and conferences.

Dr Traxana is engaged in the investigation and treatment of infertility, applying personalized protocols based on the most contemporary scientific data.

Her goal is a scientifically comprehensive and humane approach to each couple, as well as to each patient individually.

Thanou Maria is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician and maintains private practices in Ampelokipoi and Glyfada. She holds a medical degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and received further training in Emergency Prehospital Medicine from the National Center for Emergency Care. She specialized in General Surgery at the General Hospital of Preveza, in Gynecology at the General Hospital of Athens “G. Gennimatas,” and in Obstetrics - Gynecology at the 2nd University Clinic of the "Aretaieio" Hospital. She has also worked at the 1st Plastic Surgery Clinic of the Athens Medical Center in Marousi. Additionally, she collaborates with Rea Maternity Hospital and Leto Maternity Hospital and participates in numerous seminars and conferences as part of her ongoing professional development.

Prifti Kalomoira is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician with private practices in Paleo Faliro and Keratea. She holds a Medical Degree from Charles University in Prague and specialized in General Surgery at the General Hospital of Preveza, as well as in Gynecology - Oncology at the General Anti-Cancer - Oncology Hospital of Athens "Agios Savvas" and at the 4th Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of the Regional General Hospital - Maternity "Elena Venizelou." To this day, she remains a scientific collaborator of Iaso Maternity Hospital and Rea Maternity Hospital and actively participates in numerous seminars and conferences as part of her continuous professional development. Finally, she has numerous academic publications throughout her career and is a member of the Medical Association of Athens.

Ο Δρ. Ιωαννίδης Γεώργιος είναι Μαιευτήρας - Χειρουργός Γυναικολόγος με 20ετή εμπειρία και ειδίκευση τη διερεύνηση της υπογονιμότητας, την Υποβοηθούμενη Αναπαραγωγή και Εξωσωματική Γονιμοποίηση καθώς και την Αναπαραγωγική Λαπαροσκοπική -Υστεροσκοπική Χειρουργική. Εκατοντάδες παιδιά έχουν γεννηθεί μέχρι σήμερα στην Ελλάδα και την Μεγάλη Βρετανία από τον ίδιο μετά από κύκλους εξωσωματικής γονιμοποίησης που πραγματοποίησε. Σπούδασε στην Ιατρική Σχολή του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών από όπου αποφοίτησε το 1994. Στη συνέχεια μετέβη στο Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο και ειδικεύθηκε εξ ολοκλήρου στη Μαιευτική - Γυναικολογία. To 2002 απέκτησε τον Ευρωπαϊκό τίτλο ειδικότητας στην Μαιευτική και Γυναικολογία. Στη συνέχεια εξειδικεύτηκε μέχρι το 2005 σε όλες τις τεχνικές υποβοήθησης αναπαραγωγής, εξωσωματικής γονιμοποίησης στο Πανεπιστημιακό Νοσοκομείο Hammersmith του Λονδίνου, υπό τον διάσημο και πρωτοπόρο στην εξωσωματική γονιμοποίηση Καθηγητή Λόρδο Robert Winston. Επίσης έλαβε περαιτέρω εξειδίκευση σε προχωρημένες τεχνικές λαπαροσκοπικής και υστεροσκοπικής χειρουργικής στο Πανεπιστημιακό Νοσοκομείο Ulleval του Όσλο. Το 2001 απέκτησε την Ευρωπαϊκή πιστοποίηση Κολποσκόπησης από το Βασιλικό Κολλέγιο Μαιευτήρων - Γυναικολόγων του Ηνωμένου Βασιλείου, ενώ το 2002 πιστοποιήθηκε από το Family Planning Association της Μεγάλης Βρετανίας. Το 2005, με την επιστροφή του από το Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο και τη Νορβηγία, εντάχθηκε στο Νοσοκομείο ΜΗΤΕΡΑ στην Αθήνα, ως Μαιευτήρας Γυναικολόγος με εξειδίκευση στην Εξωσωματική Γονιμοποίηση και τη Λαπαροσκοπική - Υστεροσκοπική Χειρουργική. Το 2005 ιδρύει το ιδιωτικό κέντρο Αναπαραγωγής “gonimotis” στην Αθήνα. Από το 2005 έως σήμερα εργάζεται συνεχώς στη μονάδα Υποβοηθούμενης Αναπαραγωγής του ΜΗΤΕΡΑ. Διετέλεσε Επιστημονικός Υπεύθυνος της Μονάδας Εξωσωματικής ΜΗΤΕΡΑ IVF από το 2012 έως το 2013 και από το 2015 έως το 2017. Το 2017 είχε την τιμή να εκλεγεί Τακτικό Ακαδημαϊκό Μέλος της Ευρωπαϊκής Ακαδημίας Επιστημών (Euromediterranean Academy of Sciences). Το 2018, η σταθερή του δέσμευση στη ζωή τον ώθησε να γίνει μέλος της Ιατρικής Γυναικολογικής Ομάδας IVF της HOPEgenesis που προσπαθεί να ανατρέπει το κλίμα της υπογονιμότητας-υπογεννητικότητας στην Ελλάδα. Είναι Επιστημονικός Υπεύθυνος Μονάδας της Υποβοηθούμενης Αναπαραγωγής του Νοσοκομείου ΜΗΤΕΡΑ και μέλος του Επιστημονικού Συμβουλίου του ίδιου Νοσοκομείου. Ο Δρ. Ιωαννίδης είναι μέλος πολλών διεθνών επιστημονικών εταιρειών όπως η Ευρωπαϊκή Εταιρεία Ανθρώπινης Αναπαραγωγής και Εμβρυολογίας (ESHRE) και η Αμερικανική Εταιρεία Αναπαραγωγικής Ιατρικής (ASRM). Έχει διαρκές επιστημονικό έργο είτε ως διοργανωτής πολλαπλών συνεδρίων που αφορούν την Εξωσωματική Γονιμοποίηση ή ως προσκεκλημένος διεθνής ομιλητής.

Spanakos Spyridon MD, MSc is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician with private practices in Peristeri, Agia Varvara, and Korydallos. He holds a postgraduate degree in "Pregnancy Pathology" from Attikon Hospital and a degree from the "CAROL DAVILLA" Medical and Pharmaceutical School in Bucharest. He is specialized in Obstetric Gynecology from the Alexandra University Hospital. The doctor is also specialized in Laparoscopic Surgery from the World Laparoscopy Hospital in New Delhi. Additionally, he collaborates with the maternity clinics Iaso as a consultant and with "Mitera," "Gaia," and "Rea." Dr. Spanakos has a particular focus on treating gynecological issues related to infertility such as endometriosis, ovarian cysts, fibroids, polycystic ovaries, etc., using modern, high-level techniques. In his modern and fully equipped clinic, he offers a range of gynecological examinations, including Pap tests, culture sampling, uterine and ovarian ultrasound, colposcopy, breast examination, and intrauterine device placement.

Salex Xalent is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician who maintains a private practice in the Piraeus area (near the Municipal Theater). He graduated with a scholarship from the Ministry of Education from the Medical School of the University of Jordan and continues his academic development with postgraduate studies in Reproductive - Regenerative Medicine at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), with active participation in the Department of Infertility, Sterility, and In Vitro Fertilization at the General Hospital of Athens "Alexandra." He completed his training in General Surgery at the 251 Air Force General Hospital and the General Children’s Hospital of Athens "P. & A. Kyriakou," and subsequently specialized in Gynecology - Obstetrics at the General Hospital of Patras "Agios Andreas." He is a member of the Piraeus Medical Association and the Athens Medical Association. Finally, he continuously attends and participates in conferences aiming to provide evidence-based, modern, and personalized care for women at every stage of their lives.