Ophthalmologists for Laser for Myopia

Ο Σαϊτάκης Γιώργος είναι Χειρουργός Οφθαλμίατρος με ιδιωτικό ιατρείο στη Νέα Ερυθραία. Εισήχθη στην Ιατρική Σχολή του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών κατόπιν Πανελληνίων εισαγωγικών εξετάσεων. Διετέλεσε υπότροφος του «Γερουλακείου Ιδρύματος» καθ’ όλη τη διάρκεια της εξαετούς φοίτησης στην Ιατρική Σχολή, ως αριστούχος εισακτέος και ακολούθως, ως φοιτητής (2005-2011). Ειδικεύτηκε στην Οφθαλμολογία στη Β’ Πανεπιστημιακή Οφθαλμολογική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών στο Πανεπιστημιακό Γενικό Νοσοκομείο "Αττικόν’’, με ιδιαίτερη έμφαση στους τομείς του γλαυκώματος και του αμφιβληστροειδούς. Εκπονεί τη διδακτορική διατριβή του (PhD) στο αντικείμενο της Διαβητικής Αμφιβληστροειδοπάθειας στη Β’ Πανεπιστημιακή Οφθαλμολογική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών. Κατά το ακαδημαϊκό έτος 2018-2019, συμμετείχε στην κλινική εκπαίδευση στην Οφθαλμολογία των πεμπτοετών φοιτητών Ιατρικής του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών. Μετά από πανευρωπαϊκές εξετάσεις στο Παρίσι, απέκτησε τον τίτλο του “Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology, FEBO“. Ακόμη, τον Μάρτιο του 2018, έλαβε την υποτροφία του καθηγητή Οφθαλμολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου του Harvard "E. Gragoudas“, αφού κατέλαβε την πρώτη θέση σε πανελλήνιες γραπτές εξετάσεις ανάμεσα στους Έλληνες ειδικευόμενους Οφθαλμολογίας, και παρακολούθησε στις ΗΠΑ το ‘’Lancaster Course in Ophthalmology’’,το οποίο διοργανώνεται από το Harvard Medical School και το Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. Εν συνεχεία, το ακαδημαϊκό έτος 2019-2020, εξειδικεύτηκε στον τομέα της Νευρο-Οφθαλμολογίας (διάρκεια Fellowship 1 έτος) ως προσκεκλημένος Neuro-Ophthalmology International Fellow στο Πανεπιστήμιο του Harvard, στο νοσοκομείο Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, στην Βοστώνη των ΗΠΑ, υπό την καθοδήγηση των παγκοσμίου φήμης καθηγητών Νευρο-Οφθαλμολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου Harvard, Dr Joseph Rizzo III και Dr Dean Cestari. Κατά την παραμονή του στις ΗΠΑ, o κος Σαϊτάκης συμμετείχε με εργασίες στο Συνέδριο Νευρο-Οφθαλμολογίας της Βορείου Αμερικής (NANOS) και ανέλαβε ερευνητικά projects στο πεδίο της νευρο-οφθαλμολογικής προσβολής στην ‘’IgG4-related disease’’, συνεργαζόμενος με τον φημισμένο καθηγητή Ρευματολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου του Harvard, Dr John Stone. Είναι κάτοχος του Μεταπτυχιακού Διπλώματος (MSc) «Οπτική και Όραση» του Βαρδινογιάννειου Εργαστηρίου Μεταμοσχεύσεων και Μικροχειρουργικής του Οφθαλμού (IVO) και της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Πανεπιστημίου Κρήτης, αποφοιτώντας από το διετές πρόγραμμα με τον υψηλότερο βαθμό. Είναι, ακόμα, κάτοχος του Μεταπτυχιακού Διπλώματος (MSc) «Διοίκηση Υπηρεσιών Υγείας και Διαχείριση Κρίσεων» του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου (2017). Κατά το ακαδημαϊκό έτος 2013-2014, εκπαιδεύτηκε στον τομέα της Γενικής Οφθαλμολογίας στην Οφθαλμολογική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημίου Ludwig-Maximilian’s (L.M.U.), Μόναχο της Γερμανίας. Εργάστηκε, επίσης, ως Ερευνητικός και κλινικός συνεργάτης στο Ελληνικό ΄Ίδρυμα Υγείας (Hellenic Health Foundation) υπό την εποπτεία της Καθηγήτριας των Πανεπιστημίων Αθηνών και Harvard κας Αντωνίας Τριχοπούλου στα προγράμματα ‘’Consortium on Health and Ageing: Netwotk of Cohorts in Europe and the United States” και ‘’Υδρία’’. Eίναι ιδρυτικό μέλος της Διεθνούς Εταιρείας Έρευνας της Αλληλεπίδρασης Ψυχικών και Σωματικών Νοσημάτων. Έχει συμμετάσχει σε σημαντικό αριθμό ξένων και ελληνικών συνεδρίων, καθώς και ξενόγλωσσων και ελληνικών δημοσιεύσεων. Τέλος, διατελεί Διευθυντής του τμήματος Νευρο-Οφθαλμολογίας στο Athens Eye Hospital.

Alatsaki Myrsini is an Ophthalmic Surgeon and maintains a private clinic in Marousi. She holds a Medical Degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized at the University Ophthalmology Clinic of Athens, where she served as a scientific collaborator in the Department of Refraction and Strabismus for two years. She trained in Refractive Surgery for the correction of Myopia, Astigmatism, and Hyperopia through the American Academy of Ophthalmology and holds a Fellowship from the BEMMO Institute of Optics and Vision. She completed additional training in Cataract Surgery at Erasmus Hospital in Brussels. She holds a Master’s degree in Aesthetic Medicine from the University of Camerino in Rome and Turin, with a specialization in Non-invasive Blepharoplasty, lower eyelid bags, and other eyelid disorders. She performs laser surgeries at the OMMA Ophthalmological Institute and the Athens Refractive Center. She collaborates with the Central Clinic of Athens for Cataract Surgeries. She regularly attends national, European, and Pan-American conferences. Finally, she is a member of the European and Greek Society of Intraocular Lenses and Refractive Surgery, as well as SAMNAS, the Society of Aesthetic Medicine and Non-invasive Surgery.

Dr Karamitsos Athanasios MD, MSc, PhD, FEBO is an Ophthalmic Surgeon who maintains a private practice in the center of Thessaloniki. He holds a doctorate from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and a postgraduate degree in Nanosciences and Nanotechnologies with a distinction from the same university. He has specialized for five years in the United Kingdom at the University Hospitals of Cambridge and Newcastle, focusing on diseases of the ocular fundus and specialized surgeries of the retina and macula, complex cataract surgeries, laser treatments, as well as ophthalmic inflammations and their therapies. He also has significant experience with rare ophthalmic cases and syndromes, such as Stickler syndrome. Additionally, he has specialized in OCT technology, Optical Coherence Tomography. Currently, he works as a University Fellow at the 2nd University Clinic of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, specifically in the Department of Retinal Surgery, treating patients with macular disease, diabetic retinopathy and edema, epiretinal membrane, macular hole, intravitreal hemorrhage, and complex cataract cases. Finally, Dr Karamitsos actively participates with presentations at numerous Greek and international conferences and is a member of the Medical Association of Thessaloniki, the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, the European Vitreoretinal Society, and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.

Dr Dragkiotis Eustathios is an Ophthalmologist and Pediatric Ophthalmologist who maintains a private practice in the Kalamaria sidewalk area of Thessaloniki. Simultaneously, he collaborates with diagnostic centers such as Euromedica - General Clinic, Laser & Ophthalmos, Biomedical, and Ophthalmica. He is a graduate of the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He specialized in Ophthalmology at the Hippocrates General Hospital of Thessaloniki. He holds a doctorate with a dissertation titled "The study of changes in Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) following pharmacological treatment - intravitreal injections," conducted at the 1st University Ophthalmology Clinic of the AHEPA University Hospital of Thessaloniki. He has received further training in the use of Laser in Crete under Professor I. Pallis for the correction of refractive errors such as myopia, hypermetropia, astigmatism, and presbyopia. He has extensive experience in cataract surgery and refractive surgery. He is an ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric patients, providing appropriate treatment tailored to their specific needs. Finally, Dr Dragkiotis actively participates in all domestic and international ophthalmology conferences.

Dr. Miraxtsis Theodoros MD, PhD is an Ophthalmic Surgeon - Military Physician and Director of the Ophthalmology Clinic at the 424 General Army Hospital of Thessaloniki, with a private practice in Thessaloniki. He holds a degree from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and is a graduate of the Military Officers School of Corps (SSAS). He has completed postgraduate studies in Pediatric Ophthalmology and, as part of his doctoral thesis, he is extensively involved in the management of macular diseases (wet and dry age-related macular degeneration and diabetic macular edema or post-thrombotic conditions), with the administration of new anti-angiogenic agents (anti-VEGF) and lasers. Currently, in his fully equipped ophthalmology clinic, he practices across the full spectrum of Ophthalmology with a special emphasis on Pediatric Ophthalmology - Neuro-ophthalmology, the correction of myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism with laser techniques (LASIK - PRK - FEMTO-LASIK), especially for candidates of military, police, and merchant marine academies, as well as the treatment of corneal disorders (e.g., keratoconus) using the new Cross-Linking method. He has been trained in cataract surgery using phacoemulsification and the implantation of special toric intraocular lenses for the correction of high refractive errors (very high myopia and astigmatism).

Karaoglanis Loukas is a Ophthalmic Surgeon and maintains a private practice in Agios Stefanos. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the University of Crete. He has specialized in Ophthalmology and cataract microsurgery at the Naval Hospital of Athens and the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko". He possesses extensive experience in cataract surgery, refractive surgery (laser correction of myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism using Femtosecond Laser), medical and surgical treatment of glaucoma, and management of retinal and macular diseases (age-related macular degeneration). In addition to his private practice, he collaborates with numerous Ophthalmology Clinics. The physician is certified for electronic prescribing of medications and glasses and holds a contract with the Ministry of Transport for driver examinations. Finally, he is a member of the Hellenic Ophthalmological Society, the European Cataract Society, and the Hellenic Society of Intraocular Lenses and Refractive Surgery.

Athanasiou Konstantina is an Ophthalmic Surgeon and maintains a private practice in Galatsi. She is an Ophthalmologist at the 1st Surgical Clinic of Metropolitan Hospital and has worked at the University General Hospital "Attikon" and the Ophthalmology Center "Orasis". In her private practice, she offers a wide range of services, including comprehensive ophthalmological examinations, glaucoma studies, corneal diseases - keratoconus, macular diseases, diabetic retinopathy, and also performs cataract and refractive surgery (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, presbyopia).

Stauridis Euaggelos MD, PhD is an Ophthalmologist with private clinics in Acharnes and Chalkida. He holds a Doctorate from the University of Homburg, Germany, and graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He specializes in pediatric ophthalmology, the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma, cataracts, as well as retinal and macular disorders. He is affiliated with the Athens Vision Medical Ophthalmology Center, the Attiko Ophthalmology Center, and the Provision Ophthalmology Center. The ophthalmologist has extensive experience in specialized services such as fundus examination, tonometry, and refractive assessment (myopia measurement and prescription of glasses), as well as in cataract, glaucoma, and laser surgeries for myopia, astigmatism, and hypermetropia. Finally, he is a member of the European Board of Ophthalmology, the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, the Hellenic Ophthalmological Society, the Hellenic Cornea Society, the Hellenic Society of Intraocular Lenses & Refractive Surgery, and the Hellenic Glaucoma Society.

Dr. Mpagkakis Antonis is an Ophthalmic Surgeon and operates an ophthalmology clinic in Rethymno, Crete. He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and obtained his specialty in Ophthalmology at the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Hippocratio." He received training in cataract surgery using the latest techniques, as well as in the examination and monitoring of children and infants. He has conducted research related to glaucoma patients and specialized in bloodless blepharoplasty using the PLEXR method. In his clinic, he utilizes various lasers such as YAG Laser (for secondary cataract, acute glaucoma) and Argon Laser (for retinal tears and diabetic retinopathy). He served as Treasurer of the Ophthalmological Society of Crete for five years. Finally, Dr. Mpagkakis is a member of both international and Greek Ophthalmological Societies and has participated in numerous conferences.

Paraskeuopoulos Theodoros is a Surgeon Ophthalmologist with a private practice in Agios Dimitrios. He is a graduate and Doctor of Medicine from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Medical School. He specialized in Ophthalmology at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens and the General Hospital "G. Gennimatas" and obtained, after examinations, the title Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO) from the European Board of Ophthalmology in France. He has clinical experience, having worked in both primary healthcare and secondary care as an attending physician at the 1st University Ophthalmology Clinic at the General Hospital "G. Gennimatas". He currently serves as a Surgeon Ophthalmologist at the Polyclinic of the Olympic Village and as a Scientific Collaborator in the Retina and Macula Pathology Department at the 1st University Ophthalmology Clinic at the General Hospital "G. Gennimatas".

Gerakidis Mixalis is an ophthalmic surgeon who maintains a private practice in the Syntagma area. He completed medical studies at Comenius University as well as optics-optometry at the University of West Attica. He specialized at the Athens Eye Hospital. He successfully participated in the European Ophthalmology Board examinations and obtained the title of Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO). Since February 2024, he has been pursuing postgraduate studies entitled: "Management of Refractive Errors and Refractive Surgery," which addresses the latest advances in laser myopia procedures. During his specialization, he gained clinical experience in numerous ophthalmic conditions such as refractive abnormalities, glaucoma, macular diseases, diabetic retinopathy, cataract, keratoconus, as well as surgical experience in cataract, keratoconus, and laser myopia procedures. In his career as an optician-optometrist, he encountered a wide range of keratoconus cases involving the application of specialized contact lenses aimed at improving vision and acquired experience in alleviating symptoms in patients suffering from refractive errors and diplopia. His practice is equipped with the most advanced ophthalmological equipment for the diagnosis and monitoring of all eye diseases.

Yfantis Xaris is an Ophthalmic Surgeon and maintains a private clinic in Markopoulo. He is a graduate of the Medical School of Charles University in Prague and is specialized in ophthalmic surgery and pediatric ophthalmology. He specialized at the General University Hospital of Alexandroupolis and received training in Pathology, Cardiology, and Surgery at the General Prefectural Hospital of Chalkida. Additionally, he has participated in numerous conferences aimed at continuous education in his field. At his private clinic, all ophthalmological conditions are treated with the most modern equipment, including myopia, glaucoma, cataracts, strabismus in children, amblyopia, and age-related macular degeneration.

Tzenaki Maria is an Ophthalmologist with a private practice in Paleo Faliro. She holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and is a specialized ophthalmic surgeon. During her studies, she has worked at the Athens Polyclinic and the University Ophthalmology Clinic of the General State Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas." As a private practitioner, she has collaborated with "Hygeia" Hospital, the Athens Medical Center, Paleo Faliro Clinic, the Athenian Clinic, and Eyedayclinic. She has been a private ophthalmologist since 1990 in Paleo Faliro. Her areas of practice in her private clinic include general clinical ophthalmology, refractive assessment, fundus diseases, glaucoma, neuro-ophthalmological conditions, thyroid-related eye disorders, pediatric ophthalmological examinations, anterior segment surgery, refractive surgeries (correction of myopia, hyperopia, presbyopia), and contact lens application.

Gakis Georgios is an Ophthalmic Surgeon and operates a private clinic in Nea Ionia. He specialized in Ophthalmology at the 2nd University Clinic of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki at the General Hospital "Papageorgiou." He received further training at the Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre at the University Hospital of Southampton and at King’s College Hospital, specializing in eyelid and lacrimal apparatus surgery. He has worked as an instructor of basic ophthalmology techniques and oculoplastic surgical techniques for undergraduate medical students and ophthalmology residents. Lastly, the doctor participates in presentations and attends numerous conferences as part of continuous professional development.

Dr. Nikoleta Michailidou is a Ophthalmologist (Grade A) at the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Agios Dimitrios", with extensive experience in cataract surgery and subspecialization in retinal surgery. She graduated from the School of Medicine at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in 2006 and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Forensic and Forensic Psychiatry at the same university (expected completion in 2025).She completed her residency in Ophthalmology at the General Hospital "Agios Dimitrios" (2007–2013) and subsequently underwent advanced subspecialty training in Retinal Surgery at the Athens Eye Hospital (2017–2019). Since 2016, she has been serving as a Consultant in the National Health System of Greece and has performed over 5,500 cataract surgeries, demonstrating exceptional surgical expertise and clinical experience.Dr. Michailidou is recognized for her professionalism, commitment to continuous medical education, and patient-centered approach to ophthalmic care.

Vasileios Papadopoulos is an Ophthalmologist and operates an Ophthalmology Center in Kifisia. He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and completed his Ophthalmology specialization at the General Hospital of Theia's Providence "H Pammakaristos." He has served as Scientific Director of ophthalmology centers and has participated in numerous ophthalmological and medical seminars, conferences, and workshops. He is a member of the Medical Association of Athens and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. The Biolaser Ophthalmology Center was established in 1991 by Vasileios Papadopoulos, and their primary goal and distinction from many other impersonal medical centers is the development of a trust-based relationship between doctor and patient. They provide high-level medical services in both diagnostic and therapeutic fields.

Koulios Panagiotis is an Ophthalmologist with a private practice in Peristeri since 1983. He graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and completed his specialty in Ophthalmology at the Ophthalmology Department of Piraeus General Hospital. He has specialized in the application of laser in Ophthalmology at Indiana University and has significant experience in cataract surgery. Additionally, due to his many years of professional experience, his private practice offers specialized services and treats a wide range of conditions, such as myopia, presbyopia, pterygium, hyperopia, chalazion, and macular degeneration. He has also participated in numerous European and national conferences, as well as specialized laser seminars in Switzerland. He is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Ophthalmological Society, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology.