Health professionals for Onychocryptosis

Ziozia Vasiliki is a General Surgeon, Senior Registrar of the 1st Surgical Clinic at IASO and maintains a private practice in Nea Irakleio. She holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a Master's degree in "Surgical Anatomy" from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Dr. Ziozia has received a scholarship from the Hellenic Surgical Society to obtain her postgraduate degree, as well as a scholarship from the Hellenic Society of Coloproctology for specialization in colorectal and anal surgery at St Thomas’ Hospital in London. She initially specialized in Surgery at the General Hospital of Rethymno and subsequently at the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos." During 2022-23, she served as a Senior Clinical Fellow in the Colorectal Department at St Thomas’ Hospital in London. Dr. Ziozia has participated in numerous conferences, seminars, and courses and has authored many publications, as well as oral and poster presentations. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Society of Coloproctology.

Sofia Nikolaou is a Podiatrist - Aesthetic Specialist and operates the Therapeutic Pedicure & Aesthetic Foot Care Center in Keratsini. She is a member of the Panhellenic Association of Podiatry and Aesthetic Foot Care and offers patients consulting, diagnosis, and treatment services for conditions affecting the lower limbs, nails, and soles of the feet. Her services are available to all individuals who may suffer from any condition or problem with their feet. Additionally, she caters to groups of people who, due to mobility issues, pregnancy, or advanced age, find it difficult to care for their lower limbs. Finally, it is worth noting that home visits are also available.

Kyriakou Tonia is a Podiatrist with a private practice in Vouliagmeni. She holds a degree in Podiatry from a university in the United Kingdom and is a member of the Podiatry Association both in the United Kingdom and Greece. She has worked in various hospitals within the National Health System of England as well as in a private clinic in London (West End). She possesses extensive experience and is committed to continuous professional development to provide her patients with the highest quality podiatric care and treatment.

Paulou Prokopios is a General Surgeon and maintains a private practice in Piraeus. He is an Associate Surgeon at the Euroclinic of Athens and the Private Clinic of Athens "White Cross." The doctor performs surgeries for hernias such as inguinal hernia, umbilical hernia, pilonidal cyst, hemorrhoids, lipomas, and breast surgery. He possesses significant experience and has performed numerous procedures throughout his career. Additionally, he is a member of the Piraeus Medical Association.

Mariana Papadopoulou is a Podiatrist and maintains a private podiatric clinic in Thessaloniki. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Podiatric Medicine from QUEEN MARGARET UNIVERSITY and is a postgraduate student in biomechanics. She has collaborated with the surgical clinic of the General Hospital of Kilkis. She has participated in numerous conferences and is a member of the Hellenic Podiatrists Association, the FIP of the International Federation of Podiatry, and the Health and Care Professions Council.

Georgios Bpagias is a General Surgeon, PhD holder from the Medical School of Athens. He completed his medical studies at the Medical School of Athens with "Excellent" marks and undertook his specialty training in Greece and Germany (university clinics of general surgery and transplantation in Hannover and Essen). Concurrently, he completed his doctoral thesis on short bowel syndrome also with "Excellent" marks, while specializing in minimally invasive colorectal surgery at the University of Strasbourg, with an emphasis on modern laparoscopic techniques. Subsequently, he completed specialization in pelvic floor disorder management at the University of Venice.

In his clinical practice, he manages general surgery cases covering a broad spectrum, from minor procedures and routine laparoscopic surgeries to specialized colorectal and pelvic floor surgeries. His primary concern is responsible and evidence-based consultation on all surgical issues, aiming for appropriate guidance and making safe therapeutic decisions.

He maintains active scientific involvement, participating predominantly as a speaker and trainer in international, as well as pan-European and Greek scientific conferences. Additionally, he is the author of numerous scientific publications in international journals indexed in PubMed, reflecting his continuous engagement with scientific documentation and the advancement of surgery.

His philosophy is based on the proper and personalized evaluation of each case, evidence-based decision-making, and the avoidance of unnecessary surgeries when not required. Special emphasis is placed on clear, honest, and understandable communication with the patient, to ensure active participation in the therapeutic process and to foster a sense of safety and trust.

Mpotsis Stamatios-Rafail is a Podiatrist and operates the Healthy Step center in Rhodes. He has completed his studies at the Academy of Podiatrists of Greece. As part of his studies, he underwent a six-month internship in the diabetic foot department at the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos". At the podiatry center, sessions are conducted concerning diabetic foot, nail dystrophies, calluses, hyperkeratosis, fungal infections, warts, and pedobarography. Finally, he is a member of the Podiatrists Association of Greece.

Zafeiris Platon is a General Surgeon maintaining private clinics in Pikermi and Peristeri. He holds a medical degree from the Universita di Medicina e Chirurgia di Bologna in Italy and specialized in General Surgery at the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos" and within the Hellenic Police. He received training in Laparoscopic Surgery, Proctologic Surgery, and laser applications at the Universita di Medicina Torino. He is affiliated with the Medical Centers of Athens and Peristeri, Hygeia Hospital, and Mitera Hospital. Additionally, he served as the Director of the Surgical Department at the General Clinic "Taxiarchai" and the General Clinic "Neo Athinaio." Currently, he is the Scientific Head of the Surgical Department at the Lumedica Medical Group (Peristeri Clinic). Furthermore, he authored the book "Trauma - Traffic Accidents" and has delivered lectures at conferences as well as on television and radio stations. In his private practice, minor procedures are performed at the clinic level (removal of cysts, nevi, wound suturing, examination and removal of skin lesions), all utilizing laser technology.

Ioanna Tzanaki is a Podiatrist and operates a podiatric center in Kallithea. She also serves as an external collaborator for the Diabetic Foot Department at the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko." She holds degrees in Podiatry and Podiatric Aesthetics from the IEK Glyfada and the DATA TYPE Educational Group Lifelong Learning Center 2. She was awarded a scholarship to attend a postgraduate training program in her field through ERASMUS+ at L'Acropolis, Ascoli Piceno, Italy. At her podiatric center, she manages cases across the full spectrum of podiatry, including plantar pressure analysis, orthopedic insoles or footwear, diabetic foot care, fabrication of silicone pads, onychocryptosis, onychomycosis, fungal nails, onychogryphosis, callus removal, hyperkeratosis, orthoplastics, and psoriasis. Ms. Tzanaki has participated in the non-profit campaign titled "Guided by Diabetes" and attends seminars related to diabetes. She has authored articles in the newspaper Palmos as well as in Kallithea Press, and an interview with her has been published in the magazine Ciao. Finally, she is a member of the Society for the Study of Diabetic Foot Diseases and the Hellenic Association of Chiropodists and Podiatrists.