Health professionals for Scoliosis

Panagiotis Papagiannopoulos MD, MSc, F.E.B.O.T. is an Orthopedic Surgeon who maintains a private practice in Piraeus. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a Master’s Degree (MSc) in Health Unit Management from the Hellenic Open University. Additionally, he has obtained the title of Fellow of the E.B.O.T. (European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology) following examinations conducted by the European Federation of National Associations of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (E.F.O.R.T.). He has served as an Attending Orthopedic Surgeon at the Vitos Clinic Kassel in Germany and as an Attending Physician at the Sports Injuries Clinic of Metropolitan General. In his private practice, he manages a wide range of cases and provides specialized medical services including, among others, sports injuries, arthroscopic surgery of the knee and shoulder, and minimally invasive hip and knee arthroplasty.

Dr. Paraskeuakos Grigorios is an Orthopedic Surgeon who has maintained a private practice in Nikaia since 2005. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and completed his residency at the General Hospital of Attica KAT. Additionally, he specialized in General Surgery in the Pediatric Surgery Department of the General Hospital of Piraeus "Tzaneio" and further specialized in the Microsurgery Department of the General Hospital of Attica KAT. The physician continuously updates his knowledge in orthopedic matters through ongoing participation in osteoporosis and general orthopedics seminars both in Greece and abroad. Finally, his private clinic offers a wide range of services, tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

Ο Μαλαχιάς Μιχαήλ-Αλέξανδρος είναι Ορθοπαιδικός Χειρουργός-Αθλητίατρος και Επίκουρος Καθηγητής Ορθοπαιδικής στην Ιατρική Σχολή EUC Φρανκφούρτης (Γερμανία). Διατηρεί το ιδιωτικό του ιατρείο στο Χαλάνδρι. Είναι πτυχιούχος και Διδάκτωρ της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών. Ο ιατρός εξειδικεύεται στην αρθροσκοπική και επανορθωτική (αρθροπλαστικές) χειρουργική του ώμου, του γόνατος και του ισχίου. Επιπλέον, θεωρείται expert στις νέες βιολογικές θεραπείες (PRP) με καθοδήγηση υπερήχου (πρώτο Διδακτορικό στην Ελλάδα πάνω στο εν λόγω πεδίο), αλλά και στη θεραπεία των αθλητικών κακώσεων, όπου έχει λάβει την εθνική κλινική υποτροφία «Γεώργιος Νούλης», της Ελληνικής Αρθροσκοπικής Εταιρείας (αντιμετώπιση ρήξης μηνίσκου, ρήξης χιαστού, χόνδρινων βλαβών, αρθροσκόπηση ισχίου σε νέους, αρθροσκόπηση ώμου για ρήξη τενόντων στροφικού πετάλου, εξάρθρημα, κτλ.). Η μετεκπαίδευσή του (complex joint reconstruction fellowship) στο πεδίο της ελάχιστα επεμβατικής ρομποτικής αρθροπλαστικής γόνατος & ισχίου έχει πραγματοποιηθεί στο Hospital for Special Surgery (Νέα Υόρκη), το οποίο αξιολογείται, επί 12 συναπτά έτη, ως το κορυφαίο (Νο1) ορθοπαιδικό νοσοκομείο των ΗΠΑ. Πέραν τούτου, έχει μετεκπαιδευτεί, επί σειρά ετών (clinical fellowships), στον τομέα της αρθροσκοπικής χειρουργικής και της αντιμετώπισης αθλητικών κακώσεων, σε διεθνή ακαδημαϊκά κέντρα του υψηλότερου επιπέδου (ESSKA teaching centers), όπως η Clinica Ars Medica (Λουγκάνο, Ελβετία), και η ATOS Klinik (Χαϊδελβέργη, Γερμανία). Ο Επ. Καθηγητής Ορθοπαιδικής, κος Μαλαχιάς, είναι αναγνωρισμένος σε διεθνή συνέδρια για την ακαδημαϊκή κλινική έρευνά του και έχει συμμετάσχει σε άνω των 110 επιστημονικών ερευνών, δημοσιευμένων σε έγκριτα διεθνή περιοδικά (του Pubmed). Μετά από πολυετή χειρουργική εξειδίκευση στο εξωτερικό, επιστρέφει στη γενέτειρά του, την Αθήνα, για να ασκήσει την ορθοπαιδική επιστήμη, ως Διευθυντής της Γ’ Ορθοπαιδικής Κλινικής στο Therapis General Hospital, με βάση τα πλέον σύγχρονα διεθνή πρότυπα και επίκεντρο τον άνθρωπο.

Dr. Kakkos Georgios is an Orthopedic Surgeon with a private practice located in Neo Iraklio. He holds a medical degree from the School of Health Sciences at the University of Patras and specializes in arthroplasty. The doctor has extensive experience in osteoporosis, total hip and knee arthroplasty, and microsurgery of the hand. He specialized at the General Hospital of Attica KAT and obtained his General Surgery qualification at the Thia Pronoia Hospital "The Pammakaristos." He serves as a Senior Consultant in the Orthopedic Clinic of the Errikos Dynan Hospital Center and is the lead physician of the Orthopedic Department at the Municipal Clinics of Iraklio, Attica. Additionally, he is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Society of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, and the Hellenic Osteoporosis Foundation.

Stefanos Xatzipantelis is an Orthopedic Surgeon who maintains a private practice in Nikaia. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and completed his specialty training at the Trauma Rehabilitation Center (KAT Kifisia). There, he handled a large number of General Orthopedic and Trauma cases and specialized in the Microsurgery - Upper Limb department, the Sports Injuries department, and Pediatric Orthopedics. Concurrently with his private practice, he has worked for the past 10 years as a Second Consultant in the Pediatric Orthopedic department of "MITERA" Hospital, and since 2005, he has been a Scientific Collaborator at the "HYGEIA" clinic. Finally, in his private practice, he treats a wide range of conditions, offering specialized services such as total knee and hip arthroplasty, treatment of entrapment neuropathies, and arthroscopic surgeries of the knee and shoulder.

Dr. Dagiasis Matthaios MD, FEBOT, is a Military Physician, Orthopedic Surgeon, and Traumatologist, maintaining a private practice in Korydallos. He serves as a Consultant at the Orthopedic Clinic of the Naval Hospital of Athens (NNA). He graduated from the Medical Department of the Military School of Corps Officers (SSAS) and holds a degree from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He trained in both surgical and non-surgical management of the full spectrum of orthopedic conditions initially at the Naval Hospital of Athens and subsequently in the United Kingdom, where he completed his specialty training. He completed his specialization in Orthopedic Traumatology, earning the title of Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (FEBOT) following specialized examinations. He has specialized at recognized centers in the United Kingdom in Adult Hip and Knee Reconstructive Surgery, management of Young Adult knee disorders, and sports injuries. Hip and knee arthroplasty utilizing the latest minimally invasive, bloodless techniques and fast-track rehabilitation protocols, revision of painful arthroplasties, sports injuries, surgical treatment of fractures, and foot disorders are among the procedures he frequently performs. He is committed to providing high-quality healthcare services with respect for the patient’s individual needs and desires, personality, and dignity. Finally, he collaborates with IASO General Clinic and also provides his services in the city of Kalamata at City Hospital clinic.

Misitzis Adamantios MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon who maintains a private practice in Kifisia. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has received advanced training in Upper Extremity Surgery and Microsurgery at the Universities of Louisville and Michigan in the United States. He trained at the University Orthopedic Clinic of Athens at the Attikon General Hospital KAT. Additionally, he has extensive experience in orthopedic traumatology and microsurgical reconstruction, peripheral nerve compression syndromes, and peripheral nerve injuries. Throughout his career, he has served as President and founding member of numerous societies and medical centers, including the Hellenic Society of Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery and the Department of Upper Extremity Surgery & Microsurgery at the Medical Center of Athens. Finally, he is a member of both Greek and international medical associations, such as the Hellenic Society of Upper Extremity Surgery, the Hellenic and International Societies of Reconstructive Microsurgery, among others.

Athanasopoulos Konstantinos MD, MSc is an Orthopedic Surgeon maintaining private practices in Piraeus and Galata Troizinia, while also collaborating with the Athens Medical Group (Peristeri clinic) and the sports injury center at Mediterraneo Hospital. He is certified in robotic knee and hip arthroplasty using the most advanced robotic system worldwide, the only one with FDA certification in the USA for robotic total joint revision arthroplasty. He holds a postgraduate degree in “Metabolic Bone Diseases” from the Medical School of Athens and graduated in Medicine from the University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Carol Davila". He specialized in Orthopedics and Traumatology at the General Hospital of Piraeus “Tzaneio” and in Pediatric Orthopedics at the Children’s Hospital "P. & A. Kyriakou", and after successful examinations where he ranked first in Attica, he obtained the title of orthopedic specialty. He served as an instructor at the Special Training Center for Health Professionals in the Orthopedics and Traumatology department of the General Hospital of Piraeus "Tzaneio" regarding the implementation of a preventive screening program for scoliosis and other spinal deformities in students. Additionally, he has participated as a speaker and trainee in numerous conferences and seminars in Greece. His areas of expertise include arthroscopic surgery, robotic knee and hip arthroplasty, as well as robotic knee and hip revision surgery with Fast-Track ERAS protocols for rapid return to activities, and minimally invasive surgery.

Dimitrios Kampras is an Orthopedic Surgeon with a private practice in Melissia. He is a PhD candidate at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has specialized in Orthopedic Surgery at the 1st Orthopedic Department of the General Children’s Hospital "P. & A. Kyriakou" and at the corresponding department of the Attica General Hospital KAT. He also holds a postgraduate diploma in "Metabolic Bone Diseases - Osteoporosis" from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Alongside his private practice, he serves as Deputy Director of the Orthopedic Department at "Euroclinic Children’s Hospital" and collaborates with "Errikos Dynan" Hospital Center and the Athens Medical Center. Throughout his professional career, he has gained valuable experience and knowledge, and today, in his private practice, he offers specialized services covering the entire spectrum of orthopedic cases. Finally, he has particular expertise in sports injuries, pediatric orthopedics, and reconstructive surgery of major joints, namely the hip and knee.

Physiotherapy Rituals is a modern physiotherapy clinic located in Maniatika Piraeus, near the Metro station. It specializes in the rehabilitation of chronic pain, musculoskeletal disorders, sports injuries, and postoperative recovery. With hands-on techniques, modern equipment, and personalized strengthening programs, targeted care and substantial relief are provided to every patient. A few words about the team:

Physiotherapy Rituals - Zoumpliou Xrysanthi - Geomelos Anastasios

Physiotherapist, BSc, MSc in Physiotherapy

• BSc in Physiotherapy, A-TEI of Western Greece
• MSc in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Vrije Universiteit, Netherlands
• Training in Musculoskeletal & Traditional Chinese Acupuncture (E.E.K.I.)
• Specialization: Musculoskeletal conditions & postoperative rehabilitation

Physiotherapy Rituals - Zoumpliou Xrysanthi - Geomelos Anastasios

Physiotherapist, BSc in Physiotherapy

• BSc in Physiotherapy, A-TEI of Thessaloniki
• Training in Musculoskeletal & Traditional Chinese Acupuncture (E.E.K.I.)
• Specialization: Management of chronic pain & musculoskeletal disorders with trigger point therapy

Iliadis Thodoris is a Physiotherapist and runs a private Physiotherapy Clinic in Dafni. His physiotherapy team consists of individuals with deep knowledge and many years of experience in the healthcare field. His primary concern is the immediate rehabilitation and well-being of the patient.

Sykianakis Mixail is an Orthopedic - Orthopedic Surgeon and maintains his private practice in Heraklion, Crete. He serves as the Director of the Orthopedic Clinic at the Asklipieio of Crete and is a member of the Hellenic Society of Sports Medicine. In his modern clinic, in a comfortable and patient-friendly environment, utilizing his scientific knowledge and experience, he manages a wide range of cases. He extensively deals with the full spectrum of spinal disorders, hip and knee arthroplasty, knee arthroscopy, sports injuries, surgical treatment of fractures, among others.

Giantsidis N Georgios MD, MSc is a Military Physician, Orthopedic Surgeon and consultant at the 1st Orthopedic Department of the 424 General Military Training Hospital. He maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki, in the Voulgari area. He graduated from the Medical School of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (Military Medicine) in 2012 and subsequently served as a physician in Special Forces Military Units. He completed his specialty training at the 424 General Military Hospital and the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Georgios Papanikolaou." During his residency, he performed numerous orthopedic surgeries, participated in many fracture repair and orthopedic disorder surgeries, trained in urgent and routine cases of his specialty, and actively contributed to the scientific work of his clinic. Since then, he has been serving as an orthopedic consultant at the 1st Orthopedic Department of the 424 General Military Training Hospital, performing a large number of surgical procedures annually across the full spectrum of Orthopedic specialty. He actively participates in postgraduate seminars and conferences to continuously update and enhance his knowledge of the latest advances and developments in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology.

Dr. Mparmpounakis Nikolaos MD, MSc is an Orthopedic Surgeon with private practices in Marousi within the "Mitera" Hospital, in Salamina, and in Ilisia. He holds a medical degree from the University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Iuliu Hatieganu" and completed a postgraduate program in "Metabolic Bone Diseases" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He specialized in Orthopedics at the Sports Injuries Department of the 4th Orthopedic Clinic of the General Hospital "Asklipieio" Voulas and received further training in the Shoulder Disease Clinic at the Istituto Clinico Humanitas in Milan. Additionally, he specialized in sports injuries at the Pediatric Orthopedic Clinic of the General Children's Hospital of Athens "Panagiotis & Aglaia Kyriakou" and in the management of Upper Limb and Shoulder disorders at the Microsurgery Clinic of the Attikon General Hospital of Athens KAT. Finally, he is a Scientific Collaborator at the Athens Bioclinic, the Medical Group at the Peristeri Clinic, and the Evgenidio Therapeutic Center, and collaborates with the private hospitals "Mitera," Metropolitan General, and Mediterraneo Hospital.

Ο Μιχαήλ Θεόδωρος είναι Ορθοπαιδικός Χειρουργός, μέλος του διοικητικού συμβουλίου της ΑΘΛΗΤΙΑΤΡΙΚΗΣ ΕΤΑΙΡΙΑΣ ΕΛΛΑΔΟΣ, με ιδιωτικό ιατρείο στον Εύοσμο Θεσσαλονίκης. Παράλληλα, συνεργάζεται με πλήθος ιδιωτικών κλινικών της Θεσσαλονίκης, καθώς και με την Γ’ Πανεπιστημιακή Ορθοπαιδική Κλινική, όπου προσφέρει της υπηρεσίες του ως Επιστημονικός Συνεργάτης στις μονάδες Αθλητικών Κακώσεων, Μυοσκελετικού Τραύματος ενηλίκων και Μυοσκελετικής Ογκολογικής Χειρουργικής. Σπούδασε στην Ιατρική Σχολή του Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλονίκης. Ξεκίνησε την ειδικότητά του στο 424 Γενικό Στρατιωτικό Νοσοκομείο Εκπαιδεύσεως, την οποία ολοκλήρωσε στην Γ’ Πανεπιστημιακή Ορθοπαιδική Κλινική στο Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Θεσσαλονίκης "Παπαγεωργίου". Μετά το πέρας της ειδικότητας του, έλαβε υποτροφία από το Ίδρυμα Σταύρος Νιάρχος για το Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) στην Νέα Υόρκη των Ηνωμένων Πολιτειών Αμερικής, το μεγαλύτερο νοσοκομείο Ορθοπεδικών παθήσεων παγκοσμίως, όπου, μέσω του προγράμματος HSS-Stavros Niarchos Foundation Orthopaedic Seminar Program αλλά και του ετήσιου συνεδρίου ισχίου και γόνατος (Annual Holiday Knee & Hip Course), ενημερώθηκε για τις πιο σύγχρονες τεχνικές (Ρομποτική και Navigation) και τα νεότερα υλικά στο πεδίο της αρθροπλαστικής. Επίσης, έχει πραγματοποιήσει μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στο πεδίο της Αθλητιατρικής (Sports Medicine) ενώ κατέχει και το Δίπλωμα "Ιατρικής Ποδοσφαίρου" της FIFA (Federation International de Football Association). Η ενασχόλησή του με τον αθλητισμό από την παιδική του ηλικία τον οδήγησε να εστιάσει μέρος των σπουδών του προς την πρόληψη και αντιμετώπιση αθλητικών κακώσεων και στην Αθλητιατρική. Επί του παρόντος ο ιατρός έχει αναλάβει καθήκοντα Υπεύθυνου του Ιατρικού Επιτελείου ομάδας Πετοσφαίρισης Ανδρών που αγωνίζεται στην Α1 Εθνική κατηγορία (Volley Leauge), Πετοσφαίρισης Γυναικών που αγωνίζεται στην Α2 Εθνική κατηγορία και Καλαθοσφαίρισης Ανδρών που αγωνίζεται στην Γ’ Εθνική κατηγορία. Έχει συμμετάσχει σε πληθώρα εκπαιδευτικών σεμιναρίων και συνεδρίων, αλλά και ως ομιλητής σε ένα μεγάλο αριθμό επιστημονικών συνεδρίων. Τέλος, διαθέτει αξιόλογη ερευνητική εμπειρία έχοντας δημοσιεύσει έρευνες του σε εγχώρια και διεθνή επιστημονικά περιοδικά και έχει προσφέρει τις γνώσεις του σε νέους συναδέλφους από την θέση του εκπαιδευτή σεμιναρίων, μέσω εβδομαδιαίων διαλέξεων στους φοιτητές ιατρικής του Αριστοτελείου Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλονίκης και ως υπεύθυνος για την εξοικείωση με το αντικείμενο της Ορθοπαιδικής, φοιτητών των Η.Π.Α., μέσω του προγράμματος ATLANTIS.

ThinkPhysiotherapy - Papazoglou Apostolos is located in Ilisia. ThinkPhysiotherapy - Papazoglou Apostolos is a Physiotherapist who studied Physiotherapy at the Technological Educational Institute of Aegio. He specializes in Physiotherapeutic Evaluation and Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, as well as Neurological Rehabilitation.