Health professionals for Pregnancy in Attica

Η Δρ. Γεωργακοπούλου Αλεξάνδρα είναι Μαιευτήρας Γυναικολόγος με 20ετή εμπειρία και εξειδίκευση στον Προγεννητικό Έλεγχο, την Ιατρική Εμβρύου, την προηγμένη Μαιευτική και Γυναικολογική Υπερηχογραφία και την παρακολούθηση κυήσεων υψηλού κινδύνου. Σπούδασε στην Ιατρική Σχολή του Πανεπιστημίου της Βόννης στη Γερμανία από όπου αποφοίτησε το 1993. Στη συνέχεια μετέβη στο Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο και ειδικεύθηκε εξ ολοκλήρου στη Μαιευτική - Γυναικολογία. To 2001 απέκτησε τον Ευρωπαϊκό τίτλο ειδικότητας στην Μαιευτική και Γυναικολογία. Στη συνέχεια εξειδικεύτηκε για πολλά έτη στον τομέα του Προγεννητικού Ελέγχου και της Ιατρικής εμβρύου στα μεγάλα Πανεπιστημιακά Νοσοκομεία St George’s University Hospital, και King’s College University Hospital στο Λονδίνο. Η εξειδίκευσή της αφορά την προγεννητική διάγνωση συγγενών ανωμαλιών εμβρύου, την εκτέλεση των υπερηχογραφημάτων κύησης αυχενικής διαφάνειας και Β’ επιπέδου καθώς και τις επεμβάσεις αμνιοκέντησης και λήψης τροφοβλάστης. Το 1999 απέκτησε μεταπτυχιακό τίτλο στους προηγμένους Μαιευτικούς Υπερήχους από το Βασιλικό Κολλέγιο Μαιευτήρων - Γυναικολόγων του Ηνωμένου Βασιλείου. Το 2000 πιστοποιήθηκε από το Fetal Medicine Foundation της Μεγάλης Βρετανίας και το όνομά της έκτοτε συμπεριλαμβάνεται στην παγκόσμια λίστα ιατρών που αξιολογούνται κάθε χρόνο και έχουν το δικαίωμα να χρησιμοποιούν το πρόγραμμα της Αυχενικής Διαφάνειας διεθνώς. Το 2005, με την επιστροφή της στην Ελλάδα εντάσσεται στο Νοσοκομείο ΜΗΤΕΡΑ στην Αθήνα, ως Μαιευτήρας Γυναικολόγος με εξειδίκευση στην Ιατρική Εμβρύου, όπου και συνεχίζει να εργάζεται αδιαλείπτως έως σήμερα στο τμήμα Εμβυομητρικής Ιατρικής. Το 2005 ιδρύει στο Κολωνάκι το προηγμένο Μαιευτικό Γυναικολογικό Κέντρο gonimotis όπου και συνεχίζει να εργάζεται έως σήμερα. Στο κέντρο gonimotis διενεργούνται όλες οι εξειδικευμένες εξετάσεις Εμβρυομητρικής Ιατρικής, όπως η αυχενική διαφάνεια, τα υπερηχογραφήματα Β’ επιπέδου και Doppler, οι επεμβάσεις αμνιοπαρακέντησης και λήψης τροφοβλάστης, το μη-επεμβατικό γενετικό τεστ καθώς και η πλήρης παρακολούθηση των κυήσεων. Κατέχει την υπ’ αριθμ Υ7α/ΓΠ10373 άδεια εκτέλεσης Μαιευτικών και Γυναικολογικών Υπερηχογραφημάτων από το ΚΕΣΥ, κατόπιν επιτυχίας στις σχετικές εξετάσεις που διοργανώνει το Υπουργείο Υγείας.

Rizou Anastasia Natasa is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician and maintains a private practice in Agia Paraskevi. She is a graduate and PhD candidate at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she has completed postgraduate studies in Minimally Invasive Surgery, Robotic Surgery, and Telesurgery. She specialized at Laiko Hospital and the University Hospital "Aretaieio." She possesses extensive experience and training and frequently participates in scientific conferences and seminars.

Vampouli Sofia is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician with private practices in Ambelokipoi and Corinth. She holds a postgraduate diploma in "Pathology of Pregnancy" from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a medical degree from the University of Sofia. She specialized in Obstetrics and Gynecology, beginning her residency at the General Hospital of Nea Ionia "Konstantopouleio - Agia Olga," completing it at the General Hospital "Elena Venizelou," and further specializing in General Surgery at the Specialized Cancer Hospital of Piraeus "Metaxa." Currently, in her private practices, she provides specialized services with a thorough understanding of her patients' unique needs, having considerable experience in cervical pathology, pregnancy, and breast screening. Lastly, it is worth mentioning that she is a member of the Athens Medical Association.

Messaropoulos Pantelis MD, MSc, PhD(c) is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician with private practices in Piraeus and Glyfada. He is a PhD candidate at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, holds a postgraduate degree in pregnancy pathology, and a medical degree from the Medical School of the University of Rome (Università di Tor Vergata). He serves as the Scientific Director at the 1st Obstetrics - Gynecology Clinic at the IASO General Clinic and at the Gynecology Department of "Mediterraneo First Care". He is a former Academic Fellow specializing in Recurrent Pregnancy Loss and Premature Ovarian Failure at the 3rd University Clinic of "Attikon" Hospital, and a former Scientific Collaborator at the 2nd University Clinic of "Aretaieio" Hospital in the department of Recurrent Pregnancy Loss and Premature Ovarian Failure. He is a board member of the Hellenic Society of Family Planning - Contraception and Reproductive Health as well as the Chairman of the Board of the Hellenic DRG Institute.

Athanasaki Anna is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician and operates a private practice in Chalkida. She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Patras and completed her specialty in Gynecology - Obstetrics. More specifically, she trained in hospitals in Athens and the United Kingdom and completed her training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the largest clinic in the country, the First University Clinic of the Medical School of Athens, at the General Hospital "Alexandra". Additionally, after examinations, she was admitted to the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of the United Kingdom, and she has received certification in natural childbirth, early diagnosis of pregnancy abnormalities, and cardiotocographic fetal monitoring from Aretaieio Hospital. Furthermore, she holds the title of Clinical Fellow in the Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic at the King's College University Hospital in London, where she worked in the delivery room, the surgical department, and the colorectal surgical oncology department, where she was honored with the distinction of Honorary Research Fellow. Currently, alongside her private practice, she collaborates with the private maternity hospital Iaso. Finally, it is worth mentioning that she participates in numerous seminars, specialized courses, workshops, and conferences in Greece and abroad and is a member of the Association of Obstetricians - Gynecologists, the Hellenic Society of Gynecological Endocrinology, and the Hellenic Society of Cervical Pathology & Colposcopy.

Kontoravdis Konstantinos is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician with a private practice in Ampelokipoi. He is a doctoral candidate at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a medical degree from the Carol Davila Medical School in Bucharest. He specialized in obstetrics and gynecology at the General Hospital - Maternity Hospital "Elena Venizelou" and the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas." The doctor has extensive experience in providing services and individualized consultations for all gynecological and obstetric issues, pregnancy monitoring with vaginal delivery and cesarean section, as well as infertility evaluation. Additionally, he has substantial expertise in cervical pathology, the treatment of genital warts, and the removal of uterine fibroids via laparoscopy, a minimally invasive technique used over the past decades with significant benefits for the patient. His clinic is a beautiful, welcoming, and functional space equipped with modern medical devices, offering responsible, respectful, and reliable comprehensive services covering the full spectrum of gynecology and obstetrics. Finally, the doctor collaborates with the clinics "Iaso," "Mitera," "Rea," and "Leto," as well as with the Athens Bioclinic.

Rountis Argyrios is an Obstetrician – Gynecological Surgeon and maintains a private practice in Paiania. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the University of Athens and holds a Master of Science (MSc) degree in "Minimally Invasive Surgery, Robotic Surgery, and Telerobotics" from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). He began his specialization at the Surgical Clinic of the General Panarcadian Hospital of Tripoli "Evangelistria" and completed his specialty in Obstetrics - Gynecology at the 1st University Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Alexandra." After his specialization, he worked as a specialist Obstetrician-Gynecologist for two years in the outpatient clinics of Obstetric and Gynecological Ultrasound at the 1st University Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens Alexandra, where he gained extensive experience in obstetric and gynecological ultrasound. The physician is certified following examinations in diagnostic colposcopy by the Hellenic Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology and holds a license to perform ultrasounds in obstetrics and gynecology, following training and examinations by KESY. He has participated in numerous international and nationwide conferences, and his articles have been published in Greek and foreign-language medical journals. He collaborates with IASO and REA maternity hospitals as well as other clinics.

Arampatzis Ioannis MD, MSc, PhDc is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician who maintains a private practice in Chalandri. He is a PhD candidate at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens with a postgraduate diploma in Pregnancy Pathology from the same university. He is specialized in Human Reproduction, Colposcopy, and Cervical Pathology. His specialization at the largest University clinic in the country provided him with extensive experience and scientific training to manage a wide range of gynecological and obstetric cases. In his private practice, conducted in a state-of-the-art and internationally accredited environment, specialized services are offered including gynecological examination, breast screening, 4D ultrasound, colposcopy - laser treatment, Pap tests, biopsy and culture sampling, pregnancy monitoring, prenatal screening, intrauterine device placement, as well as investigation of infertility, menopause, and osteoporosis issues. His goal is to make modern obstetric and gynecological care friendly and accessible to all women. Finally, he has numerous participations in global, international, and Greek conferences and seminars.

Asimakopoulos Georgios MD, MSc, PhDc is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician and a Doctoral Candidate in the field of Pregnancy Pathology at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with a private practice in Ilisia. He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and subsequently completed a Master's degree at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in "Reproductive - Regenerative Medicine" with an excellent grade. He specialized in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the First Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic of the University of Athens at Alexandra General Hospital and is further specialized in the Fetal-Maternal Medicine department at the same hospital. He is a university fellow of the Department of High-Risk Pregnancies and Pregnancy Pathology of the First Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic of the University of Athens. The physician has significant experience in the management of gynecological and obstetric conditions, with particular emphasis on practicing medicine based on the latest guidelines and contemporary therapeutic protocols ("evidence-based medicine"). He collaborates with numerous Obstetrics and Gynecology clinics, such as Iaso, Rea, Mitera, Leto, and other clinics. He actively participates in numerous conferences and seminars as part of his continuous professional development and has published several scientific papers. Finally, he is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Obstetrics and Gynecology Society, the Hellenic Society of Perinatal Medicine, and the Hellenic Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Boukorou Garyfallia is an Obstetrician - Gynecological Surgeon practicing privately in the Kallithea area. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in 2013 and subsequently completed her mandatory rural service at the regional clinics of Kea and Agios Georgios, Boeotia. She specialized at the General Hospital of Chalkida and the General Hospital of Athens "Elena Venizelou." During this period, she participated in hundreds of deliveries and numerous gynecological surgeries, gaining experience in the management of obstetric and gynecological emergency cases, while also contributing to the scientific work of her clinic. After obtaining her specialty, she remained at "Elena Venizelou" Hospital as a specialist Obstetrician - Gynecologist for two years, concurrently completing the Postgraduate Program of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in “Reproductive - Regenerative Medicine” with distinction. She is certified in conducting diagnostic colposcopy by the Hellenic Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology. The physician's ongoing commitment is to thoroughly address her patients' gynecological issues and to provide solutions through high-level services, as well as to monitor the entire spectrum of pregnancies up to delivery, from uncomplicated to high-risk pregnancies, with the primary goal of safeguarding the health of both mother and fetus.

Kyriakidou Kleoniki is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician and has maintained a private practice in Melissia since 2011. She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Ancona, Italy. She initially specialized in General Surgery at the General Hospital of Ptolemaida "Bodosakeio" and subsequently in Gynecology at the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko". She completed her specialty in Obstetrics at the General Hospital of Athens "Alexandra" and obtained her Obstetrics - Gynecology specialty title in 2011. Her professional interests focus on obstetrics - pregnancy monitoring, gynecological examinations - ultrasounds, and the management of menstrual cycle disorders and menopause.

Papaioannou Stefanos is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician with a private practice in Nea Ionia. He has completed his studies as well as his surgical training in Southern Italy. He possesses extensive experience in breast screening and diagnostic mammography, having worked in Gynecological clinics at numerous hospitals in Greece and abroad. Specifically, he served as an Internal Associate at Iaso Hospital, worked at Agia Olga General Hospital, Zakynthos General Hospital, and at the University Hospital Mater Domini in Italy. In his gynecological clinic, women of all ages can undergo basic gynecological examinations such as Pap smear, transvaginal ultrasound of the uterus and ovaries, and breast ultrasound. Additionally, he manages pregnancy monitoring and performs second and third trimester ultrasound scans. Finally, he continuously updates his knowledge in the field by participating in numerous conferences both in Greece and internationally.

Dr. Tsanakalis Emmanouil is an Obstetrician - Gynecological Surgeon and maintains a private practice in Kifisia. He is a graduate of the International Baccalaureate and continued his studies at Brunel University as well as Kingston University. He holds degrees in Medical Genetics, Medicine, and two postgraduate degrees. He completed the surgical part of his specialty at the Konstantopouleio General Hospital Agia Olga, while the gynecological and obstetric part at Alexandra General Hospital. As an Obstetrician and Gynecological Surgeon, Dr. Tsanakalis Emmanouil specializes in providing high-level care for women throughout pregnancy and childbirth.

Spaliaras Dimitris is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician and maintains his private practice in Korydallos, at Eleftherias Square. Additionally, he is an Associate Gynecologist at IASO Maternity Hospital. He specialized in General Surgery and Gynecology at the Specialized Anti-Cancer Hospital of Piraeus "Metaxa" and in Obstetrics at the General Hospital of Piraeus "Tzaneio". He is specialized in pregnancy pathology and has conducted academic research in this field. Dr. Spaliaras Dimitris performs all control examinations as well as pregnancy monitoring. His professional experience includes high-risk pregnancy, cervical pathology, and gynecological oncology cases.

Euthymiou Ilias is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician who maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi. He studied at the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and completed postgraduate studies in Reproductive and Regenerative Medicine at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He specialized in assisted reproduction at the CRGH Fertility Clinic in London. He is certified in performing vaginal ultrasound by the British Fertility Society (BFS), particularly in 3D ultrasound techniques and Hyterosonography within the framework of investigating and treating infertility. He has significant clinical experience, with his clinical interest focusing on reproductive endocrinology and innovative alternative treatments for patients with repeated implantation failures.

Andrioti Liliana is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician and maintains a private practice in Nea Erythraia. She completed her medical studies at the Cluj-Napoca Medical School and received further training in high-risk pregnancy and aesthetic gynecology in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Concurrently, she trained in colposcopy and gynecological and obstetric ultrasonography at the university department of Professor Antsaklis Aristidis. She specialized in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Alexandra." At the clinic, in a modern and fully equipped facility, a wide range of medical services are provided, including comprehensive gynecological examinations, Thin Prep and HPV-DNA testing, breast palpation, management of polycystic ovary syndrome and endometriosis, as well as monitoring and management of high-risk pregnancies. Additionally, fertility assessments, ovulation induction, preparation for in vitro fertilization (IVF), and collaboration with one of the best IVF centers in Greece are offered. Regarding aesthetic gynecology, local injections of hyaluronic acid are administered to the vulva and vagina, and RF methods are applied for vaginal dryness, atrophy, and mild urinary incontinence. Finally, the physician collaborates with numerous obstetric clinics where she performs laparoscopic procedures as well as surgical interventions for benign tumors.

Popi Kouloufakou - Gratsia is a Pediatrician and maintains a private practice in Kifisia. She studied at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and subsequently completed postgraduate studies in Clinical Pediatrics and Research (MSc) at the same university. She has laboratory and clinical research experience in allergology, clinical immunology, and childhood obesity. Additionally, she has published works in international journals and books and has received funding for research in infectious diseases. Finally, she possesses significant clinical experience, having worked as a Pediatrician at the General Hospital Asklipieio Voulas and the General Children's Hospital of Athens "Panagiotis & Aglaia Kyriakou".

Dr Traxana Sofia - Paraskeui MD, MSc, PhD is a Gynecologist - Obstetrician - Specialist in assisted reproduction, with expertise in assisted reproduction and fertility preservation, and maintains a private practice "FeminFertilis" in Nea Filadelfeia. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens with the grade "Very Good". In 2016, she was awarded a Doctorate from the Medical School of Athens with the grade "Excellent" and her research focus was ovarian cancer. Concurrently, in the same year, she completed her postgraduate studies in the program "Reproductive - Regenerative Medicine" with the grade "Excellent" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. In 2017, she completed her specialty in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the 1st University Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic of "Alexandra" Hospital. Subsequently, she moved to the United Kingdom, where she specialized in assisted reproduction, fertility preservation, and minimally invasive surgery at one of the largest and most renowned clinics in London, St. Bart’s Fertility Clinic (Queen Mary University of London). During her specialization, she developed a particular interest in fertility preservation in women with malignant diseases (Onco-Fertility). Finally, she is the author of numerous foreign-language publications and has overseen the writing of chapters in books on the subject of in vitro fertilization, and has participated with presentations in numerous seminars and conferences.

Dr Traxana is engaged in the investigation and treatment of infertility, applying personalized protocols based on the most contemporary scientific data.

Her goal is a scientifically comprehensive and humane approach to each couple, as well as to each patient individually.