Doctors for Neighborhood Childcare Providers in Ilion

Karalis Georgios is a Specialist Psychiatrist with 9 years of experience in psychiatry and addiction treatment, and maintains a private practice in Ilion as well as within the Kostarelos Medical Center in Markopoulo. He is a graduate of the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and has completed basic training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through the Karolinska Institute within the framework of his specialty. During his career, he has been trained in psychiatry, addiction treatment, geriatrics, and neurological rehabilitation. He has worked in emergency departments, counseling groups, and outpatient psychiatric and addiction clinics, both in Sweden and Greece, managing patients with complex conditions. Furthermore, he has served in numerous on-call shifts as a primary on-call physician in Psychiatric Emergency Units and Addiction Emergency Clinics. He has also served as a physician in the Hellenic Armed Forces, where he was the responsible doctor at a military base in Leros and additionally provided medical care in a refugee camp with the NGO Praxis. At the 401 General Military Hospital in Athens, he gained experience in emergency care, hospitalization, and rehabilitation. Finally, the physician has participated in over 20 continuing education seminars within the field of psychiatry and has completed relapse prevention training for patients with addictions.

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.

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.

Sarafopoulos Andreas MD, MSc is a Dermatologist - Venereologist and maintains a private practice in Ilion. He holds a Master's Degree in "Modern Diagnostics in Dermatology and Allergology" from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He trained in Internal Medicine at the General Hospital of Preveza and at the 251 General Air Force Hospital. He completed his specialty training in Dermatology - Venereology at the Athens General Hospital "Evangelismos." Additionally, he worked as a Dermatologist - Venereologist at the Patissia Health Center with the rank of Senior Registrar B. He has experience in clinical dermatology (acne, psoriasis, alopecia, nail disorders, condylomas), as well as in interventional dermatology (cryotherapy, cauterization, surgical removal of skin lesions) and participates with presentations at national and international conferences. Finally, the doctor is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Society of Dermatology - Venereology, the Hellenic Society of Dermatologic Surgery, and the Hellenic Society of Dermoscopy.

Ο Σκουμπούρης Αναστάσιος, MD, είναι Δερματολόγος – Αφροδισιολόγος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό ιατρείο στην Πετρούπολη.

Είναι Επιμελητής Ε.Σ.Υ. στη Δερματολογική Κλινική του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Νίκαιας, όπου είναι υπεύθυνος των εξειδικευμένων τμημάτων Τριχόπτωσης, Ψωρίασης, Ατοπικής Δερματίτιδας, Δερματοογκολογίας, Παιδοδερματολογίας και Παθήσεων Όνυχων.

Αποφοίτησε από την Ιατρική Σχολή του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και στη συνέχεια ειδικεύτηκε στη Δερματολογία – Αφροδισιολογία στην Πανεπιστημιακή Κλινική Αφροδισίων και Δερματικών Νόσων του ίδιου Πανεπιστημίου, στο Πανεπιστημιακό Γενικό Νοσοκομείο «ΑΤΤΙΚΟΝ».

Κατά τη διάρκεια της εκπαίδευσής του απέκτησε εκτενή εμπειρία στην Κλινική Δερματολογία – Αφροδισιολογία, την Παιδοδερματολογία, τη Δερματοσκόπηση σπίλων και μελανώματος, τη Δερματοχειρουργική, καθώς και στη διάγνωση και θεραπεία παθήσεων των τριχών και των ονύχων.

Εργάστηκε στα εξειδικευμένα ιατρεία Ψωρίασης, Ατοπικής Δερματίτιδας και Δερματικών Λεμφωμάτων, συμμετέχοντας παράλληλα σε πολυάριθμες επιστημονικές και ερευνητικές μελέτες. Έχει ενεργή παρουσία σε ελληνικά και ευρωπαϊκά συνέδρια.

Είναι μέλος της Ελληνικής Δερματολογικής και Αφροδισιολογικής Εταιρείας, καθώς και της European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV).

Kintzoglou Stefanos is a Dermatologist - Venereologist with private clinics in Peristeri and Korydallos. He holds a medical degree and specializes in facial anti-aging treatments and mesotherapy for the face and body. The doctor has extensive experience in aesthetic services, with a particular focus on laser hair removal and injectable treatments, as well as dermatologic surgery, specifically in the field of laser hair removal. His equipment includes two leading lasers: the Candela Alexandrite and the new Soprano XL diode laser, which enables him to handle even the most challenging cases of unwanted hair. The dermatologist - venereologist treats conditions and aesthetic imperfections such as wrinkles, stretch marks, localized fat deposits, acne scars, dull and tired-looking skin, and cellulite. Finally, he is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Academy of Anti-Aging, and the Hellenic Dermatological Society.

Natalia Kouna is a Dermatologist - Venereologist and maintains a private practice in Peristeri. She specialized in scalp disorders at the "Andreas Syggros" Hospital for Venereal and Dermatological Diseases and remains a scientific collaborator, participating in research programs on psoriasis and other autoimmune diseases. Additionally, she has specialized in aesthetic dermatology, dermatologic surgery, dermatoscopy, cryosurgery, and laser treatments. For several years, she was a collaborator in the Department of Physiology and Hair Disorders at the "Andreas Syggros" Hospital for Venereal and Dermatological Diseases and possesses extensive experience in scalp conditions such as androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, and others. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Dermatological and Venereological Society, the Hellenic Dermatologic Surgery Society, the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, and the Hellenic Society of Dermatoscopy.

Giofkos Xristos is a Psychiatrist with a private practice in Acharnes. He graduated from the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace and holds a postgraduate degree in Social Psychiatry from the same university. He specialized in Psychiatry at the Attica Psychiatric Hospital "Dromokaiteio," the Korydallos Mental Health Center, and the P.G.N. "Attikon," and has received training in psychodynamic, systemic, and behavioral psychotherapy. He has extensive clinical experience and has served as a Consultant Psychiatrist for several years both in psychiatric hospitals and in community psychiatric service settings within the British National Health Service (NHS). After returning to Greece in 2023, he worked at the Polydynamo Day Center of Marousi E.P.A.PSY. and was responsible for psychiatric care at the psychosocial rehabilitation hostel "Odysseas." He is a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists of the United Kingdom (RCPsych, International Associate). He actively participates in international and Greek psychiatric conferences and has published scientific articles in reputable international journals. He aims to establish therapeutic relationships based on mutual trust and provides personalized psychiatric and psychotherapeutic treatment for the full spectrum of mental disorders, interpersonal difficulties, and personal problems.

Gerasimos Tantaros is a Pathologist and maintains a private practice in Nea Filadelfeia. He holds a degree in Medicine and specialized in Internal Medicine at the General Hospital for Thoracic Diseases of Athens "Sotiria." His primary goal is a friendly approach to the patient, thorough clinical examination, accurate diagnosis, and management of the medical issue. In a simple and explanatory manner, the patient will fully understand their condition, be informed about the latest medical data, and have any questions answered. The practice deals with a wide range of conditions such as infections, diabetes mellitus, arterial hypertension, metabolic syndrome, and hyperlipidemia (cholesterol). Preventive screening is also conducted, including clinical examination and prescription of laboratory and imaging tests. Finally, the physician provides health certificates for sports participation, employment, and driving licenses.

Parissi Elena is a Psychiatrist with a private practice in Peristeri, near the Agios Antonios metro station. She is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has completed basic training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Research University Institute of Mental Health, and is currently training in Psychosexual Disorders at the same institute. She began her specialty training at the Hellenic Center for Mental Health and Research, Aigaleo branch, where she stayed for a total of 2 years and gained experience in community patient monitoring. She completed her specialty training at the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica "Dafni," where she stayed for 4 years and trained in managing a wide range of psychopathology. During this period, she also worked and trained in a public specialized alcohol detoxification unit (18ANΩ). Subsequently, she collaborated with the nonprofit organization Anasa – Support for individuals suffering from Eating Disorders. She is a member of the Athens Medical Association and the Hellenic Psychiatric Society.

Dimitra Xatzigianni is a Specialist Internist and has maintained a private practice in Peristeri since 1993. She is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized at the First University Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens “Laiko.” Subsequently, she pursued further training at the Gastroenterology Clinic of the University Hospital “Louvain” in Brussels. She specializes in Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology, and Arterial Hypertension. Additionally, she has attended medical conferences focused on Diabetes Mellitus and Metabolism to stay abreast of advancements in her field and to develop professionally.

Georgatos Gerasimos is a Psychiatrist with a private practice in Acharnes. He completed his medical studies at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and provides comprehensive psychiatric care to adults, addressing issues such as anxiety, mood disorders, panic disorder, depression, psychoses, and a wide range of other mental health conditions. He has worked in both the private and public sectors, gaining significant clinical experience through his work in private practice, at the General Oncology Hospital of Kifisia, and at the Attica Psychiatric Hospital Dromokaiteio, where he also completed his specialization. He applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a scientifically validated approach, aiming for accurate diagnosis, personalized treatment, and the overall enhancement of his patients' mental health and quality of life. All therapeutic decisions are made collaboratively, following a thorough presentation of available options, so that the patient can actively participate in the therapeutic process.

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Devekouzou Dimitris is a General Practitioner with private clinics in Palaio Faliro and Peristeri. He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (2005) and from the Nursing School of Health and Welfare Professions (1990). He successfully completed his residency in General Medicine in 2011 and has gained experience from public and private hospitals in Athens, including Ygeia Hospital, Athens General Hospital "Elpis," Iaso General, Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center, and Nikaia General State Hospital. He has been awarded by the Association of Children with Mediterranean Anemia and by the Nursing Service of the Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center. Since the beginning of his basic studies, he has been following the latest developments across the spectrum of medicine, participating in numerous Greek and international conferences. His experience in both specialties, nursing and general medicine, allows him to manage cases with a wide range of pathology and severity, such as diabetes mellitus - hypertension, infections - chronic respiratory pulmonary disease, hyperlipidemia (LDL apheresis, Dali method), obesity, trauma - pressure ulcers, osteoporosis, and smoking cessation.

Eleni Asimaki is a Specialist in Internal Medicine with additional training in Arterial Hypertension and maintains a private practice in Ano Liosia. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and subsequently specialized in Internal Medicine in Switzerland, where she also worked for 5 years (at Spital Linth, Uznach, and Kantonsspital Sankt Gallen hospitals). She obtained her specialist certification after successfully passing exams in Bern in 2018. She then worked as a Registrar B at the National Health System (NHS) at the General Thoracic Diseases Hospital of Athens "Sotiria." She received further training in Arterial Hypertension at the Hippocrateio General Hospital of Athens. She holds a postgraduate specialization diploma from the National School of Public Health. In her private practice, she offers a wide range of services, tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

Clear Skin Kapniari Eirini - Konstantara Theodora is a dermatology clinic located in Peristeri. It was established by dermatologists – venereologists Clear Skin Kapniari Eirini - Konstantara Theodora with the aim of providing high-quality services in the fields of Dermatology, Venereology, and Aesthetic Dermatology. It is a modern, well-equipped space with a high aesthetic standard. The doctors offer high-quality services such as adult and pediatric dermatology, mole dermatoscopy, skin oncology, trichoscopy, treatment of nail disorders, dermatologic surgery, acne management, laser hair removal, dermapen needling, diamond and crystal microdermabrasion, and oxygen therapy.

Papaspyropoulou Georgia MD is an Internist with a private practice in Petroupoli. She has 25 years of experience in internal medicine clinics. She has worked as a resident at the Thia Pronía Hospital "Pamakaristos," the General Hospital of Athens "Korgialeneio-Benakeio Hellenic Red Cross," and the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos." Upon completion of her specialty training, she pursued and obtained a specialization in the Intensive Care Unit of the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko." Since 2011, she has been a Consultant in the Internal Medicine Clinic of the General Hospital of Chalkida, and from 2016 to the present, she has been the Director of the Internal Medicine Clinic at the Multipurpose Nursing Unit of Mental Health of Attica. Finally, she actively participates in National and International conferences to continuously update her knowledge on health developments.