Health professionals for Headache

Fiolaki Aidonio is a Neurologist and maintains a private practice in Voula. She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Ioannina, where she subsequently specialized in Neurology. She has worked as a resident physician at the Pathology Clinic of the General Hospital of Lefkada, the Psychiatric Clinic of the Psychiatric Hospital of Tripoli, as well as the Neurology Clinic of the University Hospital of Ioannina. Additionally, she worked as a Neurologist in the Outpatient Clinics of Queen Medical Hospital in Qatar. Currently, she practices as a Neurologist in the Stroke Unit of the Neurology Clinic at Metropolitan Hospital and the Neurology Clinic at Hygeia Hospital.

Stefanakis Ioannis is an Otolaryngologist Surgeon specializing in adults and children, maintaining a private practice in Cholargos. He graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He has been trained in pediatric Otolaryngology at the ENT clinic of the "Agia Sofia" Children's Hospital and in adult Otolaryngology at the ENT clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Georgios Gennimatas," where he remained after completing his specialty as a scientific collaborator to complete the research component of his doctoral thesis focused on endoscopic surgery of the middle nasal meatus. Previously, he served as a Second Registrar in the National Health System (ESY) and currently collaborates with the Metropolitan General Hospital, where he is the Scientific Director of the ENT department. He has over 30 years of clinical experience as a specialist ENT physician and has successfully performed numerous surgical procedures across the full spectrum of otolaryngology. Additionally, he has contributed papers to National and International ENT conferences and has attended most of the advanced training seminars related to his specialty.

Parisis Dimitrios is a Neurologist with a private practice in Thessaloniki. He graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and holds a PhD from the 2nd University Neurology Clinic of the same university. Additionally, he obtained a specialty title in Neurology and completed further training in Clinical Neurophysiology at the National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery in London. Specifically, he has extensively worked with electroencephalography, evoked potentials (visual, somatosensory, brainstem), transcranial magnetic stimulation, and Electromyography. Currently, in his practice, he performs and interprets Electroneurophysiological studies covering the diagnosis of all peripheral nervous system disorders, such as root disorders in cervical and lumbosacral spine diseases, neuropathies, myopathies, and neuromuscular junction disorders. Furthermore, the single-fiber Electromyography technique is available, contributing to the reliable diagnosis of myasthenic syndromes. Finally, the physician has a scientific body of work comprising approximately 120 publications, many of which have been published in reputable international medical scientific journals.

Lykomanos Dimitrios is a Neurologist with a private practice in Kamatero. He holds a degree from the Medical School of the Military Officers' Academy (SSAS) and is specialized in Neurophysiology at the University Neurology Clinic of Aeginiteio Hospital. Additionally, he serves as a registrar at the Neurology Clinic of the 251 General Air Force Hospital. As part of his continuous professional development, he keeps abreast of advancements in his field and participates in national and international medical conferences, where he presents scientific papers. In his practice, he provides high-quality services for a range of neurological disorders, including epilepsy, headaches, vertigo, dementia (Alzheimer's disease), Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, myopathies, neuralgias, as well as dystonia, idiopathic tremor, and restless legs syndrome. Finally, the physician performs specialized examinations such as electroencephalography and electromyography.

Papageorgiou Ermioni is a Neurologist who maintains a private practice in Ilisia. She holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a postgraduate degree in "Cerebrovascular Accidents" from the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace. She serves as a consultant in the Stroke Unit of Metropolitan Hospital. Additionally, she completed her specialty training at the Neurological Clinic of the General Hospital of Nikaia - Piraeus "Agios Panteleimon". She has a rich professional background, having collaborated with numerous hospitals and medical centers, such as the General State Hospital "Agios Panteleimon" and the Athens Medical Center. Currently, alongside her private practice, she collaborates with Metropolitan Hospital. Her practice offers comprehensive diagnosis and management of neurological symptoms and diseases such as headache, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, neuropathic pain, peripheral neuropathies, and myopathies, while also providing home visits for patients with mobility difficulties. Finally, she has participated extensively in continuing education seminars and conferences in the field of Neurology and is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Neurological Society, the European Stroke Organisation, the Hellenic Society of Cerebrovascular Diseases, and the Hellenic Society of Palliative and Symptomatic Care for Cancer and non-Cancer Patients.

Deligiorgis Nikolaos is a Neurologist who maintains private practices in Piraeus (Choromobitou 194-196) and Glyfada. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a PhD from the same institution. He has extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with dementia, stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, myasthenia, vertigo, and migraines. Dr. Deligiorgis is specialized in Medical Acupuncture, which he has applied for over 10 years in the management of migraines and chronic pain. Additionally, he is a Scientific Collaborator of the Neurology Clinic at the "Errikos Dynan" Hospital Center and the Head of the Headache Clinic at the same hospital. Comprehensive neurophysiological assessments are conducted at the clinics, including Electromyography and Electroencephalography, as well as therapeutic botulinum toxin injections in cases of spasticity and chronic migraine. Home visits and the performance of Electromyography or Electroencephalography at home using portable computers are also available.

Η Καρατζίκου Μαρία είναι Νευρολόγος, διατηρεί ιδιωτικό ιατρείο στη Λ. Βασιλίσης Σοφίας 86 και είναι συνεργάτιδα της νευρολογικής κλινικής του Mediterraneo Hospital στη Γλυφάδα. Είναι απόφοιτη της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλίας και ειδικεύτηκε στη Νευρολογία στο Βενιζέλειο Νοσοκομείο Ηρακλείου και στη Β' Πανεπιστημιακή Κλινική του Νοσοκομείου ΑΧΕΠΑ. Μετά την απόκτηση του τίτλου ειδικότητας, πραγματοποίησε μετεκπαίδευση στις νοητικές διαταραχές στο Dementia Research Center, University College London και στο Kings College Hospital London, στο Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο, όπου συμμετείχε σε ερευνητικά πρωτόκολλα και εργάστηκε σε ειδικά ιατρεία νοητικών διαταραχών. Παράλληλα, εργάστηκε για 2 χρόνια στη Μονάδα Εγκεφαλικών - Hyperacute Stroke Unit του Kings College Hospital London.

Andravizou Athina, MD, MSc, PhD is a Neurologist with a private practice in Pylea, Thessaloniki, specializing in cognitive disorders, memory, and neuropsychological assessment.

She holds a dual scientific qualification (Neurologist & Neuropsychologist) and extensive experience in the evaluation and follow-up of patients with:

• memory and attention disorders
• mild cognitive impairment & dementia
• vascular strokes & TIA
• multiple sclerosis
• headaches, dizziness, and neurological symptoms of unclear etiology.

She has completed postgraduate studies in Cognitive Neuropsychology (University College London) and a doctoral dissertation focusing on cognitive decline and brain atrophy in Multiple Sclerosis.

Her approach is personalized, emphasizing:

• detailed clinical examination
• functional assessment of cognitive abilities
• clear communication with the patient and family.

Her goal is the substantive understanding of the problem and practical guidance, not merely prescription.

Konstantelias Athanasios is a Neurosurgeon Acupuncturist, maintains an Acupuncture practice in Athens and Peristeri. He specializes in the application of Medical Acupuncture according to therapeutic protocols, which are specific to each patient. He holds a degree in Medicine from the University of Crete and a diploma from the National & Kapodistrian University of Athens. He has been post-trained in the Department of Neurotraumatology and Spine at the SRH Zentralklinikum Suhl in Germany. He has served as a Consultant Neurosurgeon (Facharzt Neurochirurgie) at the Cereneo Clinic in Lucerne, Switzerland. He holds a Diploma in Medical Acupuncture, which he obtained after 2 years of training and examinations from the Acupuncture Training Institute of Greece. He holds a Diploma in Medical Acupuncture from the ICMART World Council of Medical Acupuncture. She has further postgraduate specialization in Yamamoto's Scalp Acupuncture at the International School of Scalp Acupuncture. Yamamoto's method is also referred to as neuroacupuncture. In this method, acute and chronic pain and neurological conditions are treated by inserting a small number of needles into specific areas of the head. The method is used for a variety of conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, headaches, musculoskeletal pain and neuralgia. The practitioner carries out acupuncture treatments across the therapeutic spectrum.

Diamantas Dimitrios MD is a Specialist Neurologist who maintains private clinics in Peristeri and Pallini. He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Düsseldorf, Germany, with honors. He has specialized and worked in hospitals in England (Stoke on Trent General Infirmary, Newcastle General, Leeds University Hospital, Southend University Hospital) and Greece ("Sotiria", "Red Cross"). He is the Director of the 3rd Neurology Clinic at Metropolitan General Hospital. Since 2008, he has been the chief clinical neurologist at the Athens Medical Center - Peristeri Clinic. Additionally, he serves as a visiting Director at hospitals in England such as Leeds University Hospital and Southend University Hospital (neurology clinic and stroke unit). He has been awarded by the American Neurological Association for his contribution to a stroke prevention program. He is specialized in the administration of botulinum toxin in the treatment of migraine. He is a member of the American Neurological Association, the European Federation of Neurological Societies, the Hellenic Neurological Society, the British Medical Association, and the Hellenic Headache Society. He has served as a consultant for pharmaceutical companies for several years on matters of neurology and clinical drug research, as well as a speaker at neurological conferences and medical events. Finally, he is the author of clinical studies and papers presented at international and Greek scientific conferences.

Dr. Mamali Margarita is a Neurologist and Attending Physician at the 1st Neurology Clinic of Metropolitan General Hospital (Cholargos) and maintains a private practice in the Zografou area. She holds a medical degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a postgraduate degree from the same institution. She completed her specialization at the Neurology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos" and, as a scholarship recipient of the Hellenic Neurological Society, pursued further training in electroneurophysiology at the 1st University Neurology Clinic of Athens at "Aeginiteio" Hospital. She was a founding member of the Stroke Unit at the private medical center "IASO General" and collaborated with the "Henry Dunant" Hospital. Furthermore, she worked for two years as an Attending Physician at the Neurology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Korgialeneio-Benakio E.E.S." She has participated as a co-investigator in clinical studies on multiple sclerosis, dementia, and cerebrovascular accidents. Dr. Mamali possesses a significant body of published work and regularly participates in Greek and international neurology conferences. Finally, her clinical experience gained from the largest public hospitals in Athens enables her to manage cases involving various neurological fields and to recognize neurological manifestations arising from diseases of other systems, such as cardiovascular diseases, connective tissue disorders, hematological conditions, inflammatory bowel diseases, endocrine disorders, and malignancies.