Health professionals for Cholesterol

Kourgia Vasiliki is a Dietitian - Nutritionist and operates the dietary office "Diet for you" in Neo Iraklio. She studied in the Department of Nutrition & Dietetics at A.T.E.I Sitias, specializing in Eating Disorders at the postgraduate level. She has collaborated with the Central Clinic of Athens, with the obesity team of surgeon Mr. Grigoropoulos, and works systematically as a nutrition consultant in gyms and aesthetic centers. She has participated in various informative programs on state and private television as well as radio productions. Her articles have been published in magazines such as Vita, Armonia, as well as on several websites. In September 2014, she participated in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation program in remote areas involving anthropometric measurements in adults and children and providing information on promoting healthy nutrition for adults and children. She has taken part in various talks and conferences as a speaker on topics related to nutritional behaviors of adults and children, childhood obesity, and people with osteoporosis issues. She has attended various seminars on nutrition topics and conferences concerning new developments in nutrition and obesity. Her continuing education is ongoing through conferences and seminars on nutrition and psychology.

Drasvestas Dimitris, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist - Electrophysiologist with private practices in Athens and Pallini. A graduate of the Medical School of the University of Bologna, Italy, he specialized at the 2nd Cardiology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos" and obtained his Cardiology specialty title in 2014. He has specialized in Interventional Electrophysiology in the United Kingdom (Dorset Heart Centre - Royal Bournemouth Hospital, UK) under a scholarship from the Hellenic Cardiological Society. Additionally, he holds European certifications in Interventional Electrophysiology level 1 (ECDS level 1) and level 2 (ECES level 2). Currently, he serves as Deputy Director of the Cardiology Clinic at the Mitera Hospital of the Hygeia Group. In his private practices, he provides high-level services in all areas of cardiology, with particular emphasis on arrhythmias. He has extensive experience in the modern interventional management of arrhythmias (supraventricular and ventricular arrhythmia ablation) and in the implantation of pacemakers and defibrillators. Furthermore, he was a member of the European Electrophysiology Certification Examination Committee from 2020 to 2022 and is an International Official Proctor (trainer) for healthcare professionals in the field of Electrophysiology using intracardiac echocardiography (Intracardiac Echocardiography – ICE). Finally, Drasvestas has a significant research portfolio with publications in international medical journals and presentations as a speaker at Greek and international medical conferences.

Mitsou Argyrios is an Internist and has maintained a private practice in Melissia since February 2025. He completed his specialty training at the General Hospital of Attica "Sismanogleio - Amalia Fleming" and has been incorporated into the Family Physician program.

Η Δρ. Μαριδάκη Χρυσούλα - Διδάκτωρ Ιατρικής Σχολής Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών MD, PhD είναι Παθολόγος - Διαβητολόγος - Διαιτολόγος - Διατροφολόγος με ιδιωτικό ιατρείο στα Βριλήσσια. Είναι Επιστημονικός συνεργάτης του Διαβητολογικού Κέντρου του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Αθηνών "Λαϊκό". Διατηρεί ιατρείο παχυσαρκίας, στο οποίο γίνεται διερεύνηση μεταβολικού συνδρόμου, ρύθμιση βάρους, λιπομέτρηση, μέτρηση βασικού μεταβολισμού, ρύθμιση λιπιδίων και δίδεται εξατομικευμένη διατροφή. Στο ιατρείο της γίνεται διερεύνηση και ρύθμιση υπερτασιακού ασθενούς, 24ωρη παρακολούθηση υπέρτασης (holter πιέσεως) και ηλεκτροκαρδιογράφημα. H Δρ. Μαριδάκη Χρυσούλα είναι Διδάκτωρ της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και έλαβε τον τίτλο της Ιατρικής Ειδικότητας της Παθολογίας το 2000. Εκπαιδεύτηκε στο γνωστικό αντικείμενο του σακχαρώδη διαβήτη, της παχυσαρκίας και του διαβητικού ποδιού στο Διαβητολογικό κέντρο της Α’ Προπαιδευτικής Παθολογικής Κλινικής του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και επί 7 έτη συμμετείχε στην εξέταση και παρακολούθηση ασθενών του Τακτικού Εξωτερικού Διαβητολογικού Ιατρείου, ασθενών του Ιατρείου Παχυσαρκίας , ασθενών του Ιατρείου Διαβητικού Ποδιού καθώς και Χειρουργηθέντων διαβητικών ατόμων. Παρακολούθησε και συμμετείχε στα μαθήματα και στις τακτικές βιβλιογραφικές ενημερώσεις του Διαβητολογικού Κέντρου και για 5 έτη είχε ενεργό συμμετοχή στις εργασίες του Τακτικού Εξωτερικού Ιατρείου Υπέρτασης, στην εξέταση και παρακολούθηση ασθενών του Εξωτερικού Υπερτασικού Ιατρείου, υπό την εποπτεία του Αναπληρωτή καθηγητή κ. Δ. Παπαδόγιαννη. Από το 2012 έως και σήμερα, παρακολούθησε και συμμετείχε στις εργασίες του Ιατρείου Διαβητικού Ποδιού της Α’ Προπαιδευτικής Κλινικής και Ειδικής Νοσολογίας του Διαβητολογικού Ιατρείου και του Ιατρείου Παχυσαρκίας. Το 2020 έλαβε τον τίτλο της Ιατρικής Εξειδίκευσης στον Σακχαρώδη Διαβήτη κατόπιν εξετάσεων που διενεργήθηκαν από το Υπουργείο Υγείας στο Λαϊκό Νοσοκομείο. Έχει συμμετάσχει σε πολλά σεμινάρια, συνέδρια ελληνικά και παγκόσμια με γνωστικό αντικείμενο τον Σακχαρώδη Διαβήτη και την Παχυσαρκία και στο γνωστικό αντικείμενο της Παθολογίας και της Υπέρτασης και έχει συμμετάσχει σε επιστημονικές ανακοινώσεις σε συνέδρια. Είναι συγγραφέας του βιβλίου με γνωστικό αντικείμενο την Υπέρταση "Η επιρροή της αρτηριακής υπέρτασης και της φαρμακευτικής αγωγής στην ποιότητα ζωής σε ασθενείς άνω των 65 ετών", που ανακοινώθηκε στο 21ο Πανευρωπαϊκό Συνέδριο στο Μιλάνο Ιούνιο 2011.Οι εξετάσεις που γίνονται στο ιατρείο είναι τεστ ανίχνευσης καλπροτεκτίνης στα κόπρανα για τη διάγνωση φλεγμονής εντέρου, τεστ ανίχνευσης αίματος (μη ορατού) στα κόπρανα για πρόληψη του καρκίνου του εντέρου, τεστ ανίχνευσης του ελικοβακτηριδίου του πυλωρού σε αίμα και κόπρανα, τεστ για λοιμώδη μονοπυρήνωση, καθώς και strep test για διάγνωση στρεπτόκοκκου σε πονόλαιμο. Παρέχεται γραμματειακή υποστήριξη για κλείσιμο ραντεβού και η δυνατότητα εξυπηρέτησης μέσω τηλεϊατρικής (μέσω Skype, Messenger, Viber, Face time, κλπ.). Τέλος, στο ιατρείο υπάρχει σύστημα συνεχούς καταγραφής του σακχάρου για μια βδομάδα (holter σακχάρου) και γίνεται επίσης εκμάθηση υπολογισμού των υδατανθράκων της τροφής.

Ektor Kappatos-Koutroumpas is a Dietitian – Nutritionist, and his office “Healthier with Ektor” is located in the Mavili Square area. He holds a master's degree in Clinical Nutrition from the University of Aberdeen (Medical School), is a holder of the European Diploma in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism (ESPEN), the leading European clinical nutrition qualification, has been trained in the Low-FODMAP diet for managing irritable bowel syndrome symptoms by Life Academy, and in Eating Disorders through the training program of KEADD (Hellenic Center for Education and Management of Eating Disorders), under the auspices of the British Psychological Society. He also holds a certification in the program of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) titled "Stress Management and Health." He collaborates with psychologist - child psychologist Alexandra Kappatou as the head of the Dietetics Department. He has taught the course of Sports Nutrition for 2 years in the postgraduate program at the Scientific College of Greece (SCG) and has experience working in a private dietetic office. He is a co-creator and co-administrator of the dietitians’ group “Food for ... Nutrition.” Together, you will create a personalized intervention based on your unique needs and characteristics, aiming to achieve your goals without deprivation, hunger, or restrictions. He is here to listen to you, support you, and help you without judgment.

Elena Xairetaki - Premedicare is a Cardiologist and a member of the medical team at the Premedicare Polyclinic. She is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and provides her services as a Cardiologist while also serving as the Scientific Director of the BIOIATRIKI Group. She specialized in Cardiology at Evangelismos Hospital and has served as an Assistant Consultant at Pammakaristos Hospital. Combining her experience and recognized scientific expertise, she manages a wide range of cases encompassing the full spectrum of her specialty.

Paraskeuopoulou Eustathia is a General Practitioner - Diabetologist and has maintained a private practice in Salamina since 2007. She holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has undergone postgraduate training in Diabetes Mellitus and Obesity. She specialized in General Medicine at the Piraeus General Hospital "Tzaneio". In her private practice, she provides a wide range of services, always respecting the individual needs of each patient.

Aggelaki Ioanna is a Dietitian – Nutritionist and operates a private practice in Thessaloniki. She is a graduate of the International Hellenic University (DI.P.A.E.), specializing in Eating Disorders through training from the National Centre for Eating Disorders (NCFED). She provides personalized nutritional programs tailored to the needs of each individual, aiming to improve health, well-being, and the relationship with food. Additionally, she offers online sessions, supporting individuals from all over Greece and abroad. Currently, she is completing her Master's degree in Clinical Nutrition at the International Hellenic University. She has previously worked in a private dietetic office, as well as at the IASEIO Polyclinic, where she provided nutritional support and guidance to patients, gaining valuable clinical experience in the individualized management of nutritional needs. At the same time, she has actively participated in a research program at AHEPA Hospital focused on sarcopenia and heart failure. She regularly attends scientific conferences and nutrition workshops, continuously investing in her professional development. Her approach is personalized, scientifically substantiated, and focused on sustainable habit change, without restrictive diets, aiming for a balanced and healthy relationship with food. If you wish to acquire the knowledge and tools to eat healthily, consciously, and autonomously, you are in the right place. My goal is to guide you in creating a balanced relationship with your food and body through a personalized approach and scientifically grounded guidance.

Dr. Kavaratzis Kyriakos is a Specialist in Internal Medicine and has maintained a Private Practice in Alexandroupolis since 2008. He graduated from the Medical School of Plovdiv University and obtained the title of Specialist in Internal Medicine after completing his specialization at the State and A University Internal Medicine Clinic of the University General Hospital of Alexandroupolis, the outpatient clinic for diabetes and obesity, and a concurrent 3-month training in Oncology, Intensive Care Unit, Cardiology, and the Emergency Department. Simultaneously, he has worked as a Specialist in Internal Medicine at I.K.A. Alexandroupolis for 2 years, for 4 years at K.A.P.I. Alexandroupolis, and for 1 year at the Migrant Center in Komotini.

Gkeka Marina is a Cardiologist and maintains a private practice in Nea Filadelfeia. She is a graduate of the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She initially specialized in Internal Medicine at the General Hospital of Attica "Sismanogleio - Amalia Fleming" and subsequently in Cardiology at the General Hospital of Nea Ionia "Konstantopouleio." She has served as a Cardiologist in the Infarction Unit of the General Hospital of Nea Ionia "Konstantopouleio," as well as a consulting Cardiologist at the private hospital MITERA. Additionally, she has held the position of Registrar B' - Cardiologist at the General Hospital of Thira. In her private practice, she offers a wide range of services, respecting the unique needs of each patient.

Kourtinos Aleksandros is an Adult and Pediatric Cardiologist - Pediatric Cardiologist and maintains a private practice in Volos. He graduated with honors from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He also holds a Master of Science degree in Medical Chemistry from the University of Ioannina, specializing in lipid disorders. He completed his military service in the Medical Corps - 32nd Mechanized Infantry Brigade and served as a rural physician at the Primary Health Center of Lavkos-Milina-Promyri. He began his specialty in Internal Medicine at the University General Hospital of Volos and continued in Cardiology at the University General Hospital of Ioannina and the University Hospital of Luxembourg. After completing his specialty, he undertook further training in Pediatric Cardiology at AHEPA Hospital in Thessaloniki and continued his specialization with a scholarship from the Hellenic Cardiology Society in advanced cardiovascular imaging in France, where he focused on the latest echocardiographic techniques (3D imaging, stress echo, exercise echo, transesophageal echocardiography, and cardiac CT angiography). He worked for several years as a consultant in specialized cardiac ultrasound at the University Hospital of Lille (CHU Lille) and subsequently as a private echocardiologist at the largest cardiology and cardiac surgery center in Northern France. He has extensive experience in complex valvular diseases, having participated as an echocardiographer in both transcatheter (MitraClip, TriClip, PFO, LAA, ASD, VSD closure) and surgical repairs of these conditions. He holds the European Diploma in Cardiology (EEGC) from the European Society of Cardiology (ESC), as well as European certification in transthoracic (TTE) and transesophageal (TOE) cardiac ultrasound from the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EACVI).

Welcome.

As the founder and lead physician of a private practice, my goal is to provide comprehensive medical care that combines rigorous scientific evidence with a patient-centered approach.

Education & Specialization: I am a member of the Swiss Medical Association and a graduate of Medicine with a Master of Science (MSc) in Social-Preventive Medicine and Quality in Healthcare from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. My clinical experience is multidimensional, having served in critical departments such as Internal Medicine, High Dependency Units (HDU), COVID-19 wards, and Emergency Departments (ER). Additionally, I hold International Certifications in Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) from the National Health Care Provider Solutions (NHCPS) in the USA.

Clinical Focus: Respiratory & Urinary Tract Infections, Metabolic Diseases & Obesity:

With extensive experience in treating obesity, I specialize in the management of patients with cardiometabolic risk factors. At our practice, we treat cases of both upper and lower respiratory tract infections, as well as urinary tract infections. We also manage patients across the full spectrum of cardiometabolic diseases and Chronic Condition Management, including: Arterial Hypertension, Diabetes Mellitus, Dyslipidemia (High Cholesterol Levels), Obesity. We offer personalized treatment plans that target the root of metabolic disorders, based on scientific evidence and a patient-centered approach.

Scientific Work & International Recognition: My commitment to medical science is reflected in my active participation in the international research community:

·       Medical Associations: Member of the Hellenic Medical Association, the European Federation of Internal Medicine (EFIM), and a member of the Swiss Medical Association (MEBEKO).

·       Research Activity: Author of over 60 publications and presentations at top-tier conferences, including the European Congress of Internal Medicine (ECIM).

·       Collaborations: Scientific Collaborator for the international AlliGatOr study (appendectomy outcomes) and Guest Editor for the American Journal of Biomedical Science & Research.

Draganidaki Loukia is a Registered Dietitian - Nutritionist with a professional practice license and has maintained a private practice near Pedion tou Areos since 2016. She graduated from the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Alexander Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki. In 2017, she completed postgraduate studies at the University of the Aegean in the field of Life Coaching & Mentoring. She holds a specialization in Eating Disorders and Childhood Obesity from the National Center for Eating Disorders in the United Kingdom and has received clinical nutrition training at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she is a member of the Hellenic Dietetic Association and an external collaborator of the Hellenic Society for Multiple Sclerosis. Furthermore, she continuously participates in seminars and conferences to stay informed about developments in her field.

Deligiannidis Aristeidis is a Specialist Cardiologist with a private practice in Thessaloniki. He is a graduate and Doctor of Medicine from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Medical School. In his professional career to date, he has served as a Specialist Cardiologist at the Bioiatriki Group, the General Clinic, and the Blue Cross in Thessaloniki, as well as a Scientific Collaborator at the 2nd University Cardiology Clinic of Hippokration Hospital in Thessaloniki. Additionally, he specializes in Echocardiography, Clinical Cardiology, and Blood Pressure management.

Η Παναγιώτα Λαμπρινάκου είναι Διαιτολόγος Διατροφολόγος που ολοκλήρωσε τις σπουδές της στο Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλίας στην Καρδίτσα (πρώην ΤΕΙ) και εξειδικεύεται στην δημιουργία Διαιτολογίων για όλα τα στάδια της ζωής του ανθρώπου καθώς και για την διαχείριση και βελτίωση παθολογικών καταστάσεων. Στις συνεργασίες της, επιθυμεί να δημιουργεί μια προσωπική σχέση που θα επιτρέπει την άμεση επικοινωνία για την επίλυση κάθε απορίας και προβλήματος. Διασφαλίζει στον καθένα πως δεν θα είναι μόνος στο "δρόμο" για την επίτευξη των διατροφικών του στόχων. Αυτό περιλαμβάνει πρώτον να κατανοήσει τη σχέση του ατόμου με το φαγητό, τις δυσκολίες που τον εμποδίζουν στην υιοθέτηση μιας υγιεινής διατροφής, τις ανάγκες της υγείας του, ώστε να του παρέχει ένα διατροφολόγιο εξατομικευμένο στις ανάγκες του και στις διατροφικές του προτιμήσεις. Σκοπός δεν είναι μια προσωρινή αλλαγή, αλλά η υιοθέτηση ενός πιο υγιεινού τρόπου ζωής για τη βελτίωση του σώματος και της υγείας. Κάθε συνεργασία περιλαμβάνει προσωπικά διαιτολόγια, εκπαίδευση σε νέο τρόπο υγιεινής διατροφής στις ανάγκες της καθημερινότητας, παρακολούθηση προόδου με συχνή επικοινωνία για τυχόν δυσκολίες και προβλήματα καθώς και τρόπους για υγιεινή και νόστιμη μαγειρική. Έχει μεγάλη αγάπη στη δουλειά της καθώς βλέπει πόσο μπορεί να βελτιωθεί η ποιότητα ζωής κάποιου αν αλλάξει τη διατροφή του, τόσο σε επίπεδο κοινωνικής ζωής αλλά κυρίως ως προς την ευεξία και την υγεία του. Μέσω αξιολογήσεων, ερωτηματολογίων θα εντοπιστούν οι ανάγκες και οι τομείς βελτίωσης που πρέπει να γίνουν στη διατροφή του κάθε ατόμου. Στόχος είναι να βρεθούν τα εμπόδια, όπως το στρες, οι περιορισμοί της καθημερινότητας ώστε να δημιουργηθεί ένα εξατομικευμένο πλάνο Διατροφής και συμβουλών που θα γίνει ο "οδικός χάρτης" προς τον στόχο του. Έχει εξειδίκευση στην Ψυχολογία Διατροφής μέσω εκπαίδευσης και προσωπικής ενασχόλησης επειδή το θεωρεί πρωτεύον στην υιοθέτηση και τήρηση ενός νέου πρότυπου υγιεινών συνηθειών και στην παράλληλη διακοπή ανθυγιεινών προτύπων διατροφής. Αν ζητηθεί υπάρχουν έξτρα συνεδρίες και εργαλεία ώστε να επιτευχθεί και θεραπευτικό κομμάτι στην σχέση του ατόμου με το φαγητό και την ψυχολογία. Η προσωπική φροντίδα του κάθε ατόμου είναι ουσιώδης για μια καλή συνεργασία ώστε να υπάρχει εκπαίδευση και ενδυνάμωση ώστε να γίνουν βιώσιμες αλλαγές.

Antonucci Aleksios is a Pathologist and maintains a private practice in Nea Iraklio. He graduated from the Medical School of Chieti, Italy. He specialized in Pathology at the General Hospital of Western Attica "Agia Varvara" and at the General Hospital of Nikaia "Agios Panteleimon." He has served as a Scientific Associate in private medical centers and home care companies, and has held the position of Second Consultant in the Pathology Department of the General Hospital of Livadeia. He provides a wide range of services, including home visits.

Florou Athina is a Dietitian - Nutritionist and maintains a private practice in the Zografou area. She graduated from the Department of Dietetics and Nutrition Science at Harokopio University of Athens in 2022, successfully completing her undergraduate studies. During her internship at the 251 General Airforce Hospital, she gained valuable knowledge and experience in nutrition support, designing personalized diet plans, nutritional counseling, and assessing patients' nutritional status. She continued her studies at University College London (UCL), where she obtained a master's degree in Eating Disorders and Clinical Nutrition with distinction. As part of her postgraduate education, she worked at St Ann’s Hospital/Eating Disorder Service, making a significant contribution to the rehabilitation of patients with eating disorders. Athina is a member of the Panhellenic Association of Dietitians-Nutritionists (PSDΔD), the European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism (ESPEN), and the Association for Nutrition (AfN) in the UK. She has experience in managing clinical cases through collaboration with physicians of various specialties in both hospital and private settings. She applies individualized nutritional interventions based on scientific evidence, aiming for the holistic support of health.

As part of her active involvement in international scientific networks, she participates as a member of the Working Group of the European project HEALTH UP! of EFAD (European Federation of the Associations of Dietitians), contributing to the scientifically substantiated evaluation and updating of the Guide on Eating Disorders, aiming to enhance dietetic care practice at the European level.

Deligiannis Georgios MD, MSc is a Specialist Cardiologist with specialized knowledge and experience in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of cardiovascular diseases. He maintains a private practice in Chalandri. He is an associate at the Marousi Medical Center, in the Electrophysiology and Pacemaker Laboratory, with a particular focus on arrhythmias and implantable devices.

He completed his specialty training at the 1st University Cardiological Clinic of the General Hospital of Thessaloniki AHEPA, and he is a graduate of the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He holds a Master's degree from the Medical School of the University of Thessaly, specializing in ultrasound and functional imaging for the prevention and diagnosis of vascular diseases.

He has specialized in the latest cardiac ultrasound techniques (transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography, Doppler, 3D, Stress echo) at the General Hospital of Athens "Korgialeneio - Benakeio".

He has a particular scientific interest in the latest echocardiographic techniques, arrhythmias, and pacing, providing modern and personalized services aimed at optimal patient care.

Sykiotis Aleksandros is a Cardiologist with a private practice in Gerakas. He studied at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized at the General State Hospital of Athens. He has extensive clinical experience, having worked in major clinics, and currently serves as Deputy Director of Electrophysiology and Pacemakers at Errikos Dynan Hospital.