Ophthalmologists for Macula lutea

Dr. Thomas Siempis is a highly trained Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, subspecialized in Glaucoma, Cataract, and Anterior Segment Surgery. He completed his training in Glasgow (Tennent Institute of Ophthalmology) and pursued further fellowship training at the University of Toronto through the world-renowned GAASS Fellowship under Dr. Ike Ahmed. He is the only ophthalmologist in Greece with this specific subspecialty training and one of the very few across Europe. He has served as Consultant Ophthalmologist at King’s College Hospital NHS Trust in London and currently runs a state-of-the-art private clinic in the center of Thessaloniki (110 Mitropoleos Street). He is Head of the Glaucoma and Anterior Segment Service at Saint Luke’s Clinic, a medical associate of the Ophthalmica Institute, and holds a Consultant position at Newmedica Eye Clinic in the United Kingdom.

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.

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.

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 Georgiadou Eirini MD, PhD is an Ophthalmic Surgeon with a private practice in Thessaloniki. She holds a doctorate from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, where she also obtained her medical degree. She completed a postgraduate program in Medical Aesthetics and currently serves as a Scientific Collaborator at the Ophthalmology Clinic of the 424 General Military Teaching Hospital of Thessaloniki. Dr Georgiadou has a significant scientific portfolio, regularly participating in conferences and seminars with presentations and lectures, and has published extensively in both Greek and international journals. The clinic is equipped with the latest technological tools and all necessary examinations are conducted on-site. At the modern ophthalmological center, Dr Georgiadou Eirini collaborates with her father, Professor Nikolaos Georgiadis, former Director of the University General Hospital of Thessaloniki AHEPA, and together they can provide solutions for many difficult and complex ophthalmological conditions.

Xristodoulidis Mixail X. MD is an Ophthalmologist who has maintained a private practice in Cholargos since 1997. He is a graduate of the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and completed his specialization in Ophthalmology. He possesses extensive experience and expertise, having collaborated with public and private clinics for approximately 20 years. Currently, he serves as the scientific director of the Ophthalmology Department at "Hygeia" Hospital and is a collaborator at the Athens Ophthalmology Institute (OMMA) and the Athenian MediClinic. He was the Director of the Ophthalmology Department at Euroclinic Athens for 12 years. He operates at Hygeia Hospital, Athens Mediclinic, the "Mitera" clinic, and is a selected collaborating ophthalmic surgeon with Medisystem. Simultaneously, he specializes in anterior segment eye surgery, cataract removal through a microscopic incision without sutures and with topical anesthesia (phacoemulsification), and correction of myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism using femtosecond laser (LASIK) and PRK. Additionally, he has specialized expertise in the removal of eyelid formations (chalazion, pterygium, nodules, xanthelasma) and foreign bodies from the anterior segment, contact lens fitting for myopia, astigmatism, hyperopia, as well as multifocal contact lenses, and anti-VEGF factor injections. Finally, he is a member of the Hellenic Ophthalmological Society, the Hellenic Society of Intraocular Lens and Refractive Surgery, the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He also participates in national and international ophthalmological conferences and advanced training seminars abroad, aiming to stay fully informed on the latest surgical and technological advancements in ophthalmology.

Sourlas Vasileios is an ophthalmic surgeon and maintains a private clinic in Larisa. He specializes in posterior segment diseases - macula, cataract surgery, vitreoretinal surgery, and the study and treatment of diabetic retinopathy.

Dr. Nter-Gkarapetian Vatse is an Ophthalmologist with a private practice in Kallithea. He studied at the Medical School of Yerevan State Medical University in Armenia and subsequently trained at the Medical School of Harvard University and the University of Southern California in the United States of America. Additionally, he specialized at the University Ophthalmology Clinic of the University General Hospital of Heraklion, Crete. The doctor has extensive experience and training in ophthalmology. Furthermore, he is specialized in myopia laser treatment, cataract surgery, as well as pediatric ophthalmology.

Lakidis Ophthalmology, whose Scientific Director is Lakidis Vasilis - Ophthalmologist, in collaboration with his son Lakidis Antonis and associates, is an ophthalmology center located in Thessaloniki. He holds a PhD from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, with a degree from the same university, and has undergone advanced training at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London and at the University Clinic of Cologne in the management of complex retinal and choroidal diseases. He possesses extensive professional experience in prominent hospitals and university clinics, such as Hippokration General Hospital of Thessaloniki, where he worked as a scientific collaborator for 8 years, and the Ophthalmology Clinic of Democritus University of Thrace, where he served as a scientific advisor for 5 years. At his ophthalmology center, together with his associates, they provide services across the full spectrum of ophthalmology, including refractive surgery, pediatric ophthalmology, corneal diseases, posterior segment diseases, eyelid disorders, neuro-ophthalmology, preventive ophthalmology, general ophthalmology, minimally invasive blepharoplasty, cataract treatment, ophthalmic inflammations, and glaucoma.

Paulopoulos Georgios MD, PhD, FEBO is a Ophthalmic Surgeon who has maintained a private practice in Neos Kosmos since 2016. He holds a PhD from the Medical School of the University of Athens and was awarded the title Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology - FEBO in 2010. He graduated from the Military Officers School of Corps and the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and completed his specialty training in Ophthalmology at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens. He served as Director of the Ophthalmology Clinics at the 401 Military Hospital and the Veterans Hospital 417 NIMTS, both located in Athens, for 10 years. He accumulates 25 years of hospital experience, including a two-year postgraduate training in the USA at the University of California San Diego focusing on corneal diseases, and extensive experience in microsurgical cataract surgery, having performed over 3,000 cataract operations. He is a distinguished Ophthalmologist who has served as an examiner for the European Diploma of Ophthalmology, with numerous publications in both international and domestic journals, and a significant educational contribution at conferences and workshops. He possesses specialized and extensive experience in microsurgical cataract surgery using advanced technology intraocular lenses, sutureless pterygium removal with biological adhesive and autotransplantation, glaucoma surgeries with specialized valves, and the diagnosis and treatment of keratoconus (crosslinking). Finally, through his continuous participation in conferences, the doctor ensures he remains updated on the latest developments and surgical procedures in ophthalmology.

Dr. Mpouritis Dimitrios is an Ophthalmologist with a private practice in Peristeri. He holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and is a PhD candidate at the same university. He served for three years as an Associate Physician at the "Orasis" Ophthalmology Center. He specializes in ophthalmic surgery, particularly in myopia laser treatment. He manages cases involving macular diseases, retinal disorders, and cataract, with considerable expertise in these areas. He regularly participates in conferences and seminars, ensuring he stays updated on the latest advancements in ophthalmology. Furthermore, he is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Ophthalmological Society, and the Hellenic Vitreous-Retina Society.

Ο Δρ. Μάριος Παπαλάμπρου είναι Οφθαλμίατρος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό ιατρείο στη Σαλαμίνα.

Πτυχιούχος και Διδάκτωρ της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Πανεπιστημίου Πατρών και κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού Διπλώματος στη Διοίκηση Μονάδων Υγείας.

Την ειδικότητά του στην Οφθαλμολογία την ολοκλήρωσε σε μεγάλα νοσοκομεία της χώρας, αποκτώντας πλούσια χειρουργική εμπειρία.

Εκπαιδεύτηκε στο Ναυτικό Νοσοκομείο Αθηνών, στο Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Παίδων Αθηνών «Παναγιώτη & Αγλαΐας Κυριακού» και στο Πανεπιστημιακό Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Πατρών, όπου πραγματοποίησε επεμβάσεις καταρράκτη, χειρουργεία στραβισμού σε παιδιά, καθώς και εξειδικευμένες παιδοοφθαλμολογικές επεμβάσεις.

Σήμερα εργάζεται ως Επιμελητής Οφθαλμίατρος στο Κέντρο Υγείας Σαλαμίνας και στο Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Παίδων Αθηνών «Παναγιώτη & Αγλαΐας Κυριακού», ενώ έχει αποκτήσει και διεθνή εμπειρία στο Doncaster & Bassetlaw Hospitals του NHS στη Μεγάλη Βρετανία.

Παράλληλα συνεργάζεται με ιδιωτικές κλινικές της Αθήνας, πραγματοποιώντας επεμβάσεις καταρράκτη και διαθλαστικής χειρουργικής.

Η ιδιαίτερη εξειδίκευσή του στην παιδοοφθαλμολογία περιλαμβάνει την αντιμετώπιση στραβισμού, αμβλυωπίας και άλλων διαταραχών της παιδικής όρασης.

Στο πλαίσιο της διδακτορικής του διατριβής ασχολήθηκε για αρκετά χρόνια με τις παθήσεις της ωχράς κηλίδας σε ενήλικες, μελετώντας την κλινική πορεία των ασθενών, εφαρμόζοντας ενδοϋαλοειδικές ενέσεις και παρακολουθώντας τα θεραπευτικά αποτελέσματα.

Η κλινική και χειρουργική του δραστηριότητα επικεντρώνεται σήμερα στη χειρουργική καταρράκτη, στην παιδοοφθαλμολογία, καθώς και στις σύγχρονες θεραπείες παθήσεων της ωχράς κηλίδας.

Tsilivakos Xristos is an Ophthalmologist who has maintained a private practice in Piraeus since 1998. He holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Ophthalmology at the University Ophthalmology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas". He specializes in cataract surgery, myopia laser treatment, and glaucoma, while offering a wide range of services in his private practice, respecting the individual needs of each patient.

Samiotaki Afroditi is an Ophthalmologist - Pediatric Ophthalmologist with a private practice in Evosmos since 1993. She holds a degree from the Medical Academy of Sofia with honors and has received her specialty training in Ophthalmology in both Greece and Bulgaria. She has expertise in surgical ophthalmology, strabismus, pediatric ophthalmology, as well as in bloodless surgery and bloodless blepharoplasty. Additionally, at her practice, she offers a wide range of ophthalmology services including comprehensive ophthalmological examinations for adults, full pediatric ophthalmological assessments, complete orthoptic evaluations, amblyopia treatment, minor eyelid surgeries, aesthetic ophthalmology, as well as bloodless eyelid and facial surgery. Furthermore, Dr. Samiotaki is certified for prescribing glasses and medications under the National Organization for Healthcare Services Provision (EOPYY). Finally, as a private practitioner, she attends numerous conferences and seminars annually related to her professional development and is a member of the Northern Greece Ophthalmological Society and the Society of Aesthetic Medicine and Bloodless Surgery, with her most recent workshops in aesthetic medicine and bloodless surgery held in October 2016 in Thessaloniki with Venus Medicine, and in January and April 2017 in Larissa and Thessaloniki respectively, with Hermes Medicine.

Retired Military Doctor - Ophthalmic Surgeon Kavalarakis Emmanouil has maintained a private practice in Chalandri since 2002. He served as the Director of the Ophthalmology Clinic at the Naval Hospital of Athens, concurrently with the operation of his private practice. He received advanced training in retinal diseases at Mount Sinai New York Hospital for two years. He has performed over 5,000 surgical procedures addressing a wide range of ocular conditions. Additionally, he has trained dozens of ophthalmology residents and has participated in numerous conferences both within Greece and internationally. With over 30 years of experience, the doctor provides his patients with high-quality ophthalmological services characterized by reliability and professionalism, utilizing the most modern diagnostic and treatment methods.

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.

Krassas Georgios is an Ophthalmologist with a private practice in Petroupoli. He holds a PhD from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and is specialized in retinal diseases. He is an Associate of the First University Clinic of Athens, the Hypapanti Ophthalmology Clinic, and Athens Vision. His clinic is a modern facility covering the entire spectrum of ophthalmological conditions. Dr. Krassas manages refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, presbyopia), cataract, glaucoma, fundus diseases (vasculopathies, maculopathies, inflammations), dry eye syndrome and lacrimal apparatus disorders, and performs eyelid surgeries (chalazion, cysts, ectropion, entropion, nevi, etc.), surface eye diseases (pterygium, cysts, epiphora, traumas, etc.), as well as laser treatments for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.