Cardiologists for Stress echo in Attica

Ο Ελευθέριος Σαμιώτης είναι Ειδικός Καρδιολόγος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό ιατρείο στο Περιστέρι, ενώ παράλληλα είναι επιμελητής Β΄ στο Κέντρο Υγείας Αγίου Ιεροθέου. Είναι απόφοιτος της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Πανεπιστημίου Κρήτης. Ειδικεύτηκε στην Καρδιολογία στη Β΄ Πανεπιστημιακή Καρδιολογική Κλινική του Πανεπιστημιακού Γενικού Νοσοκομείου «Αττικόν», ενώ εκπαιδεύτηκε και στην Παθολογία στο Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Αθηνών «Η Ελπίς». Διατελεί μέλος της Ελληνικής και Ευρωπαϊκής καρδιολογικής εταιρείας και συμμετέχει ενεργά σε ελληνικά και διεθνή επιστημονικά συνέδρια, ενώ επίσης έχει δημοσιεύσεις σε διεθνή ιατρικά περιοδικά. Διαθέτει εμπειρία στην πρωτοβάθμια και νοσοκομειακή φροντίδα καρδιολογικών ασθενών, και παρέχει εξειδικευμένες υπηρεσίες πρόληψης, έγκαιρης διάγνωσης και θεραπείας καρδιαγγειακών παθήσεων αξιοποιώντας τις τελευταίες επιστημονικές εξελίξεις. 

Panis Vasileios is a Cardiologist and maintains his private practice in Nea Ionia. He holds a degree from the Medical School of the University of Athens (EKPA). During his specialty training, he served at the hospitals "Sotiria," "Red Cross," and "Amalia Fleming." The physician worked as a Cardiologist Consultant in the Cardiac Ultrasound Department of the University Hospital of Rennes, where he specialized in the latest cardiovascular imaging techniques as well as the most advanced transcatheter interventions on heart valves (Stress echo, Strain imaging, 3D imaging, TTE, TOE, Echo-navigation, Mitraclip, Triclip). In his private practice, he manages a wide range of cases, always prioritizing the best possible care for the medical needs of each patient.

Dr Papathanasiou Sotirios is a Cardiologist with a private practice in Kolonaki. He holds a PhD from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with research focusing on atherosclerotic disease and arrhythmias. He has specialized in interventional cardiology and advanced diagnostic imaging ultrasound techniques for cardiovascular pathology, with particular expertise in complex arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation, all valvular heart diseases, and the study of cardiovascular pathology in children. His specific areas of interest include the early diagnosis and management of progressive atherosclerotic disease at all stages, heart failure, as well as pediatric and adult cardiomyopathies. A significant portion of cardiovascular diagnostics is conducted in his cardiology practice – diagnostic laboratory, while more complex diagnostic procedures are performed in collaboration with major medical centers. He collaborates with and serves as the scientific director of departments in leading hospitals in Athens, as well as various diagnostic groups. Additionally, he is a member of the Hellenic Society of Lipidology and Atherosclerosis, the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions, the Hellenic Cardiological Society, and the European Society of Cardiology.

Tsoukalas Dionysios is a Cardiologist who maintains a private practice in Pallini. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the University of Patras. He specialized at the General Hospital of Nikaia - Piraeus and obtained the Cardiology specialty title in 2018. Since then, he has worked as a Specialist Cardiologist at the General Hospital of Nikaia Piraeus "Agios Panteleimon," the General Hospital of Trikala, the General Hospital Asklipieio Voula, as well as at the Metropolitan General Hospital, where he currently serves as Consultant of the 2nd Cardiology Clinic. He is also a PhD candidate at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Throughout his career, he has acquired significant experience across the full spectrum of clinical and interventional cardiology, having performed numerous coronary angiographies and angioplasties, both in emergency and routine settings. Additionally, he holds expertise in the latest echocardiographic techniques (Stress Echo - Transesophageal Echocardiography) from the General Hospital Asklipieio Voula. Finally, he is a member of the Hellenic Cardiological Society and the Hellenic College of Cardiology, the Scientific Association of Interventional Cardiology, the Working Groups on Echocardiography, Hypertension and Interventional Cardiology, and the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging.

Koumoulidis Anastasios MD, MSc, PhDc is a Cardiologist with private practices in Nikaia and Kallithea. He is a PhD candidate at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, specializing in Cardiology from the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos." He holds a postgraduate diploma in Interventional Cardiology from the University of Paris and has worked for two years in the same field at the University Hospital "LARIBOISIERE" in Paris. There, he performed a large number of coronary interventions, covering the full spectrum of coronary cases (primary angioplasties, bifurcation and left main lesions, CTOs, ECMO) using all modern techniques and materials (rotablator, OCT, IVUS). Additionally, he is certified for transcatheter implantation of bioprosthetic aortic valves (TAVI). Concurrently, he holds the European diploma in echocardiography. Finally, he consistently participates in major Greek and international cardiology conferences, maintaining excellent expertise in his specialization.

Papakonstantinou Euaggelia - Erasmia is a Cardiologist and maintains a private practice in Nea Smyrni. She was admitted to the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in 2005 through national entrance exams and graduated with a grade of 8.3 in 2011. Subsequently, she specialized in Cardiology in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, until 2019, when she obtained her specialty title in Düsseldorf. She has three years of clinical experience in the High Dependency and Intensive Care Unit in hospitals affiliated with the University Hospitals of Essen and Aachen and holds certification in transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography, as well as in emergency management including resuscitation and safe patient transfer (European Resuscitation Council). During her extended stay in Germany until 2021, she trained in the Hemodynamics Laboratory, the Department of Cardiac Ultrasound, and the Electrophysiology and Pacing Department. Currently, she is a Consultant in the Electrophysiology and Pacing Department at the "Errikos Dynan" Hospital Center.

Iatrokosmos is a comprehensive primary healthcare unit located in the Ampelokipoi area. It consists of the Iatrokosmos Cardiology Department, which is staffed by highly trained scientific personnel and equipped with modern technological medical devices. The center's objective is to provide the solution that each patient desires, namely diagnosis through to treatment, in an affordable, reliable manner, using only the necessary examinations. The goal is to cover the healthcare needs of every family, insured or uninsured, of any age with comprehensive solutions. Their philosophy includes three fundamental principles: friendly service, high-quality examinations, and affordable prices. Finally, always prioritizing patient safety, they assume responsibility for the patient's health from start to finish, that is, from diagnosis through to treatment.

Dr. Papamixail Nikolaos is a Cardiologist with a private practice in Ampelokipi. He holds a medical degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Cardiology at the Cardiology Clinic of the Military Fund Nursing Institution (NIMTS). He is an Associate at the "Athinaion" Clinic and Consultant Cardiologist at the 2nd Cardiology Clinic of the Euroclinic Athens. Additionally, he serves as the Scientific Director of the Cardiology Department at Euromedica Palaio Faliro, Consultant Cardiologist at the Bioclinic Athens, and Scientific Collaborator at the Hypertension Unit of the University Cardiology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Hippocratio". Furthermore, the doctor has contracts with the Journalists’ Fund EDOEAP and the employees’ fund of the Bank of Greece ATPSYTE. Hospitalization and treatment for all cardiovascular diseases are available in a private clinic with all insurance funds and private insurance coverage. Finally, he actively participates in numerous conferences and seminars in Greece and abroad, presenting at Greek and international conferences and publishing in medical journals.

Tsartsalis Dimitris - Id Polyiatreio Kardiakaiaggeia is a Cardiologist MD, MSc, PhD, specialized in Echocardiography, Stress Echo (Dynamic Echocardiography), and Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE). He maintains a private practice in Chalandri and holds a PhD from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. At the same university, he earned his medical degree as well as a postgraduate degree in Medical Biology. His specialty in Cardiology was completed at the General Hospital of Athens "Hippokratio," where he gained valuable clinical experience in the diagnosis and management of cardiovascular diseases, acute coronary syndromes, echocardiography, as well as care for patients with heart failure and arrhythmias. During his professional career, he served as Deputy Director of the Echocardiography Unit at Linköping University Hospital in Sweden and also worked as Consultant at the General Hospital of Athens "Hippokratio." He is a member of the Hellenic Cardiological Society (HCS) and a distinguished Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC). He is a scientific collaborator of the 1st University Cardiology Clinic and an instructor for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Mpramos Dimitrios is a Cardiologist and PhD holder from the Medical School of Athens, with a private practice in Ano Liosia. He graduated from the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace and subsequently specialized in Cardiology at Evangelismos Hospital. He then pursued further training and specialization in advanced cardiac ultrasound techniques (Stress Echo, Transesophageal Echocardiography, Strain Imaging Echo, etc.). He also has an extensive scientific portfolio consisting of numerous publications in reputable international and Greek journals as well as presentations at conferences both in Greece and abroad, some of which he received commendations and awards for his work. He has many years of clinical experience, serving as Consultant at the Athens Bioclinic. Additionally, since 2020, he has been working as a Cardiologist at the private multi-specialty clinic Medisound, since 2019 at the private multi-specialty clinic Ilioupoli, and since 2017 at Orthobiotic. Furthermore, he has served as a scientific collaborator at Errikos Dynan Hospital. In his practice, he manages cases covering the entire spectrum of clinical cardiology, specifically including echocardiography, blood pressure management, arrhythmias, and Stress Echo (Dynamic Echocardiography).

Dr. Koinakis Nikolaos is a Cardiologist for adults and children, maintaining private practices in Kallithea, Glyfada, and Sitia, Crete. He graduated in Biology and Medicine from the University of Crete. He specialized in cardiology at the General Hospital "Asklipieio" of Voula. During his residency, he received training in pediatric cardiology at the General Children’s Hospital "Agia Sofia." He pursued further training in advanced ultrasound techniques (stress echo, transesophageal echocardiography) at the General Hospital of Crete "Venizeleio." The clinic offers electrocardiogram, cardiac triplex, blood pressure Holter monitoring, rhythm Holter monitoring (24 and 48 hours), stress echo, pre-athletic screening, prescription of medications, and referrals for laboratory tests. Home visits are performed (clinical examination, electrocardiogram, cardiac triplex, rhythm Holter, blood pressure Holter) following prior arrangement with the physician. Additionally, the doctor has received certification from the Institute for the Study and Education in Thrombosis and Antithrombotic Therapy and from the Hellenic Society of Lipidology, Atherosclerosis and Vascular Disease.

The doctor examines children over 2 years of age.

Andreas Tsoumeleas is an Interventional Cardiologist and the scientific director of the Health Diagnosis multi-specialty clinic. He is also the head of the Cardiology Department at the Athens Therapy Center, an Interventional Cardiologist at the Athens Bioclinic, and an external collaborator with the "HYGEIA" and "IASO GENERAL" Hospitals. He holds a degree in Medicine from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), graduating with honors ("very good"). He completed his specialization in Cardiology, which included two years of Internal Medicine at the 2nd University Internal Medicine Clinic of the G.N.A. "Hippokration" and four years of Cardiology at the 2nd Cardiology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Korgialeneio - Benakeio Hellenic Red Cross." He obtained his Cardiology specialty title in 2019. Subsequently, he specialized and participated for two years in the full scope of Interventional Cardiology (coronary angiographies, angioplasties, bifurcation lesions, heavily calcified lesions, rotational atherectomy, chronic total occlusions) at the Hemodynamics Laboratory of the "Red Cross" Hospital. He is a member of the Hellenic Cardiological Society (HCS) and the European Society of Cardiology (ESC). Finally, he is a member and ALS instructor at the Hellenic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Society (HCRS) and the European Resuscitation Council (ERC).

Dr Pisimisis Euaggelos is a distinguished Cardiologist with excellent training and extensive experience, operating a private practice in the center of Piraeus. He is an interventional cardiologist and Coordinating Director of the Cardiology Clinic at Tzaneio Hospital of Piraeus. After graduating from the Ionideios Model School of Piraeus, he studied at the Medical School of the University of Athens. He specialized in Cardiology at the Cardiology Clinic of Tzaneio Hospital and received further training with a scholarship from the Hellenic Cardiological Society at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom. He holds a Doctorate in Medicine from the University of Athens, is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC), and serves as President of the Panhellenic Medical Society of Cardiology Directors (P.I.E.D.KAR.). He advanced through all levels of hierarchy in the Cardiology Clinic of Tzaneio Hospital and, in 2009, was appointed Coordinating Director following a Health Ministry Council review. He has been recognized for his clinical, organizational, educational, and social contributions both within the medical field and in the community of Piraeus residents. In 2007, he organized and operated the Hemodynamics Laboratory at the General Hospital of Chios, and in 2014, established a similar laboratory at the Cardiology Clinic of the Asklipieio Voula Hospital. Between 2011 and 2014, he served as Vice President of the Scientific Council, and from 2019 to 2021, as Director of Medical Services at Tzaneio Hospital of Piraeus. He participates in several Scientific Committees of the Ministry of Health. He was an elected member of the Board of Directors of the Piraeus Medical Association (I.S.P.) (2005-2022) and of the Board of Directors of the Athens-Piraeus Hospital Doctors Association (E.I.N.A.P.) (2019-2022). He remains an elected member of the I.S.P. at the Panhellenic Medical Association. He is a member of the Alumni Association of Ionideios Model School of Piraeus, the Arcadians Association of Piraeus, and the Association of Scientists of Piraeus.

Velissariou Georgios is a Cardiologist and maintains a private practice in Acharnes. He specialized in cardiology at the 1st Cardiology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos" and has attended numerous seminars aimed at continuous professional development in his field. To date, he is a Scientific Collaborator of the HYGEIA group and a member of the Athens Medical Association. In 2024, after six months of training at the Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center, he obtained a license to perform stress echocardiography (stress echo).

Η Δρ. Πολυτάρχου Καλή είναι Καρδιολόγος, Επιμελήτρια του Α΄ Καρδιολογικού τμήματος / Ηλεκτροφυσιολογίας και Βηματοδοτών του Ερρίκος Ντυνάν Hospital Center, ενώ διατηρεί και ιδιωτικό ιατρείο στη Γλυφάδα. Είναι απόφοιτος της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών, κάτοχος Μεταπτυχιακού Διπλώματος Ειδίκευσης και Διδάκτωρ της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών, με αντικείμενο τη δυναμική υπερηχοκαρδιογραφία (Stress Echo) και την καρδιακή ανεπάρκεια. Το 2018 έλαβε τον τίτλο ειδικότητας της Καρδιολογίας και το Ευρωπαϊκό Δίπλωμα Καρδιολογίας (European Examination in General Cardiology, European Society of Cardiology). Έχει εργαστεί και ειδικευτεί επί 5 έτη στην Α΄ Καρδιολογική κλινική του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Αθηνών "Ο Ευαγγελισμός", και απέκτησε επιπρόσθετη εμπειρία στη Παιδο - Καρδιολογία στο Νοσοκομείο Παίδων "Η Αγία Σοφία". Ακολούθως, εξειδικεύτηκε στις νεότερες τεχνικές υπερηχοκαρδιογραφίας, τη δυναμική υπερηχοκαρδιογραφία (Stress Echo) με φαρμακευτική κόπωση και κόπωση με ύπτιο ποδήλατο και τρισδιάστατο διοισοφάγειο υπερηχοκαρδιογράφημα, ως επιστημονικός συνεργάτης του Εργαστηρίου Δυναμικής Υπερηχοκαρδιογραφίας της Α΄ Πανεπιστημιακής Καρδιολογικής Κλινικής του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Αθηνών "Ιπποκράτειο". Εν συνεχεία, υπηρέτησε επί ένα έτος στο Ειδικό Αντικαρκινικό Νοσοκομείο Πειραία "Μεταξά", ως επιμελήτρια Καρδιολόγος, με ιδιαίτερη ενασχόληση την Καρδιο- Ογκολογία. Η κ. Πολυτάρχου έχει σημαντικό επιστημονικό και ερευνητικό έργο με πλήθος δημοσιευμένων επιστημονικών άρθρων σε έγκριτα διεθνή ξενόγλωσσα περιοδικά με υψηλό συντελεστή απήχησης (impact factor), καθώς και σε διεθνή και ελληνικά επιστημονικά συνέδρια Καρδιολογίας. Έχει συμμετάσχει ως προσκεκλημένη ομιλήτρια και σχολιάστρια σε διάφορα επιστημονικά συνέδρια και είναι συγγραφέας ελληνικών και ξενόγλωσσων βιβλίων καρδιολογίας. Είναι ενεργό μέλος της Ελληνικής και της Ευρωπαϊκής Καρδιολογικής Εταιρίας, της Ομάδας Εργασίας Ηχωκαρδιολογίας και του Ιατρικού Συλλόγου Αθηνών και Πειραιώς. Είναι Καρδιολόγος εξειδικευμένη στην υπερηχοκαρδιογραφία, την καρδιακή ανεπάρκεια και μυοκαρδιοπάθειες, τις βαλβιδοπάθειες, την αρτηριακή υπέρταση, τη στεφανιαία νόσο και τις αρρυθμίες.

Klotsa Dimitra is a Cardiologist who maintains a private practice in Zografou. She holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and received further training in echocardiography at King’s College Hospital in London. There, she specialized in the Heart Failure Clinic (diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of patients) and in the ultrasound department, performing transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms on patients with heart failure. Additionally, she specialized in Pathology at the General Oncology Hospital "Agioi Anargyroi" and in Cardiology at the Cardiology Clinic of the Nursing Institution of the Army Pension Fund (NIMTS). Finally, she has conducted stress tests in the Nuclear Medicine Department of the Cardiology Athens, where she is also the Head of the Ultrasound Department.