Ophthalmologists

Gkartzonikas Apostolos is a Surgeon Ophthalmologist - Military Doctor and maintains a private practice in Peristeri. He is a graduate of the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and a graduate of the Military School of Corps Officers. He specialized in Ophthalmology at the Ophthalmology Clinic of the 424 General Military Training Hospital and at the 2nd University Ophthalmology Clinic of the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Papageorgiou." Additionally, he holds a postgraduate degree in Health Unit Management from the Hellenic Open University. He has served as an Ophthalmology instructor at the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and as Consultant in the Ophthalmology Clinic of the 424 General Military Training Hospital. To date, he is a Consultant at the Ophthalmology Clinic of the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens and a Scientific Collaborator of the Ophthalmic Surgery Clinic Eye Day Clinic. Finally, the doctor is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Ophthalmological Society, the Hellenic Society of Intraocular Lenses and Refractive Surgery, as well as the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Drakos Evangelos MD, FEBO is an Ophthalmic Surgeon with a private practice in Glyfada. He is also a visiting consultant ophthalmologist at Ayr and Crosshouse University Hospitals, Ayrshire and Arran NHS Trust, UK. He holds the European Diploma in Ophthalmology "Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology" and is a member of the General Medical Council of the United Kingdom. The doctor has specialized in the "Athens Ophthalmology Clinic" and has specialized in internationally renowned universities in England in cataract surgery, laser glaucoma surgery, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and ocular inflammation. Finally, the doctor has numerous publications and presentations in Greek and international conferences.

Tsilivakos Xristos is an Ophthalmologist who has maintained a private practice in Piraeus since 1998. He holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Ophthalmology at the University Ophthalmology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas". He specializes in cataract surgery, myopia laser treatment, and glaucoma, while offering a wide range of services in his private practice, respecting the individual needs of each patient.

Dr Dragkiotis Eustathios is an Ophthalmologist and Pediatric Ophthalmologist who maintains a private practice in the Kalamaria sidewalk area of Thessaloniki. Simultaneously, he collaborates with diagnostic centers such as Euromedica - General Clinic, Laser & Ophthalmos, Biomedical, and Ophthalmica. He is a graduate of the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He specialized in Ophthalmology at the Hippocrates General Hospital of Thessaloniki. He holds a doctorate with a dissertation titled "The study of changes in Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) following pharmacological treatment - intravitreal injections," conducted at the 1st University Ophthalmology Clinic of the AHEPA University Hospital of Thessaloniki. He has received further training in the use of Laser in Crete under Professor I. Pallis for the correction of refractive errors such as myopia, hypermetropia, astigmatism, and presbyopia. He has extensive experience in cataract surgery and refractive surgery. He is an ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric patients, providing appropriate treatment tailored to their specific needs. Finally, Dr Dragkiotis actively participates in all domestic and international ophthalmology conferences.

Gedeon Spyros is an Ophthalmologist who maintains a private practice in Cholargos. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the Health Sciences Department at the University of Crete and holds the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma (EBOD). He specialized in ophthalmology at the Athens General Hospital "Evangelismos - Athens Eye Clinic - Polyclinic." The physician has extensive experience in anterior segment eye surgery (cataract, glaucoma, eyelid surgery), as well as in refractive surgery (correction of myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism). Additionally, he has numerous presentations and continuously participates in conferences and seminars to stay updated on advancements in his field. Finally, besides his private practice, the doctor collaborates as a surgeon with the OMMA Eye Center and is a member of the Athens Medical Association.

Η Σταματονικολού Βαρβάρα MD είναι Χειρουργός Οφθαλμίατρος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικά ιατρεία στη Νέα Σμύρνη (Πολυιατρείο TOPMEDS) και στα Πατήσια. Με υπερσύγχρονο εξοπλισμό και καινοτόμες τεχνολογίες προσφέρει υψηλών απαιτήσεων υπηρεσίες σε προληπτικό, κλινικό, διαγνωστικό και θεραπευτικό επίπεδο. Αντιμετωπίζει όλο το φάσμα των οφθαλμολογικών παθήσεων της κλινικής οφθαλμολογίας και παιδοοφθαλμολογίας. Έχει εξειδικευθεί στη χειρουργική του προσθίου ημιμορίου του οφθαλμού. Κατά τη διάρκεια της πολυετούς της εμπειρίας έχει πραγματοποιήσει χιλιάδες επεμβάσεις μικροχειρουργικής καταρράκτη, διαθλαστικής χειρουργικής, χειρουργικής βλεφάρων κ.α. Έχει αναδείξει πλούσιο συγγραφικό έργο με μεγάλο αριθμό δημοσιεύσεων σε συνέδρια και περιοδικά εθνικά, πανευρωπαϊκά και παγκόσμια.

Dr. Nter-Gkarapetian Vatse is an Ophthalmologist with a private practice in Kallithea. He studied at the Medical School of Yerevan State Medical University in Armenia and subsequently trained at the Medical School of Harvard University and the University of Southern California in the United States of America. Additionally, he specialized at the University Ophthalmology Clinic of the University General Hospital of Heraklion, Crete. The doctor has extensive experience and training in ophthalmology. Furthermore, he is specialized in myopia laser treatment, cataract surgery, as well as pediatric ophthalmology.

Dr. Mendrinos Eustratios graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Liège in Belgium with Highest Distinction. He specialized in ophthalmology at the University Hospital of Geneva, Switzerland, where he also earned his Doctorate from the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Geneva. He worked as a Consultant in the Department of Retinal, Vitreous, and Macular Diseases and Surgery at the University Hospital of Geneva, and subsequently at the University Hospital of Liverpool, England, under the direction of the world-renowned ophthalmic surgeons Professor K. Pournaras and Prof. H. Heiman, respectively. He is the author of 35 articles in international scientific journals, as well as 18 chapters in English and French ophthalmology books, and has delivered over 90 presentations at Greek and international ophthalmology conferences. He holds the European Board of Ophthalmology diploma and has been awarded for his scientific work at international conferences. Dr. Mendrinos has participated in international studies (Excite, Mont Blanc, Cabernet, VIEW2) that established the modern management of age-related macular degeneration. He is the founder and administrator of the Medica Polyclinic in Agios Stefanos, where he currently practices, a state-of-the-art facility covering nearly all specialties. Additionally, he is affiliated with the Athens Medical Center in Marousi and the OMMA Ophthalmology Clinic.

Kyrodimos Dimitrios is an Ophthalmologist with a private practice in Kaisariani. He holds a degree from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and completed his specialization in Ophthalmology at the Ophthalmology Clinic of the General Hospital of Thessaloniki "Papanikolaou." Furthermore, he is specialized in Surgical Ophthalmology and possesses extensive experience in modern cataract surgical techniques and refractive surgery (laser correction of myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism), pediatric ophthalmology, and diseases of the macula. He has significant professional experience, having collaborated with ophthalmological clinics and institutes, and currently manages a wide range of ophthalmic conditions in his private practice. Finally, he is distinguished by his eagerness for knowledge and continuous scientific advancement, with nearly uninterrupted participation in scientific conferences and further training alongside leading Ophthalmologists in Greece and abroad.

Flora - Maria Mitaraki is an Ophthalmologist who has maintained a private practice in Ano Patissia since 1987. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Ophthalmology at the General Hospital of Athens "Hippokration". She received training in Laser and Fluorescein Angiography and worked for 17 years at the Athens Ophthalmology Center, where she managed ocular conditions such as refractive errors, glaucoma, macular and optic nerve diseases, diabetic and hypertensive retinopathy, inflammatory diseases, cataracts, and performed a large number of Fluorescein Angiographies and Laser treatments.

Dr. Kotsiras Ioannis, MD, MSc, is an Ophthalmologist and Deputy Director at "Errikos Dunant Hospital Center" and maintains private clinics in Nea Smyrni, Petroupoli, and Medihall in Kifissia. He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has extensive experience, having worked for several years at "Errikos Dunant" Hospital, as well as at the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas". He is an Ophthalmic Surgeon specializing and with particular research interest in Ultrasound Microsurgical Cataract Surgery, Corneal Surgery, the Study and Correction of Refractive Anomalies, Surgical Removal of Eyelid Lesions, Glaucoma Pathology and Surgery, the Study of Posterior Segment Diseases, as well as Macular Disorders. Additionally, he holds a Master's Degree in "Healthcare Management" from the University of Piraeus, and it is worth mentioning that in 1996 he was awarded by the International Basic Science Assessment in Ophthalmology. To date, he actively participates in Greek and international conferences, seminars, and ophthalmology meetings through lectures, presentations, and posters, as well as serving as a trainer in experimental surgical workshops (wet labs) at conferences.

Samiotaki Afroditi is an Ophthalmologist - Pediatric Ophthalmologist with a private practice in Evosmos since 1993. She holds a degree from the Medical Academy of Sofia with honors and has received her specialty training in Ophthalmology in both Greece and Bulgaria. She has expertise in surgical ophthalmology, strabismus, pediatric ophthalmology, as well as in bloodless surgery and bloodless blepharoplasty. Additionally, at her practice, she offers a wide range of ophthalmology services including comprehensive ophthalmological examinations for adults, full pediatric ophthalmological assessments, complete orthoptic evaluations, amblyopia treatment, minor eyelid surgeries, aesthetic ophthalmology, as well as bloodless eyelid and facial surgery. Furthermore, Dr. Samiotaki is certified for prescribing glasses and medications under the National Organization for Healthcare Services Provision (EOPYY). Finally, as a private practitioner, she attends numerous conferences and seminars annually related to her professional development and is a member of the Northern Greece Ophthalmological Society and the Society of Aesthetic Medicine and Bloodless Surgery, with her most recent workshops in aesthetic medicine and bloodless surgery held in October 2016 in Thessaloniki with Venus Medicine, and in January and April 2017 in Larissa and Thessaloniki respectively, with Hermes Medicine.

Vardavas Euripidis is an Ophthalmologist and Scientific Director of the Diavgeia Eye Center. He is a graduate of the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. After completing his mandatory rural service at the Infectious Diseases Hospital of Athens, he specialized in Ophthalmology at the Athens Polyclinic and the Athens Eye Clinic. Subsequently, he attended numerous seminars and medical conferences abroad for several years in order to gain further expertise in contact lens application. He has been involved in contact lens fitting, specifically for keratoconus, since 1973. For this reason, he is considered one of the first and, simultaneously, most experienced contact lens fitters in Greece, having performed over 70,000 fittings throughout his career to date. Additionally, he has contributed to the authorship of a significant number of papers and has spoken at conferences regarding contact lens application following cataract surgery in neonates and children. Furthermore, he has been the main speaker at conferences on myopia correction using Paragon lenses. In 1995, he founded the model Diavgeia Eye Center, which is now considered one of the leading clinics of its kind in Greece. Simultaneously, he collaborates with the Hypapanti Ophthalmology Clinic for cataract surgeries as well as with the Athens Eye Center for Excimer Laser surgeries. Finally, the doctor is a member of the Athens Medical Association and the Hellenic Ophthalmological Society.

Dr. Siganos Xaralampos, MD, PhD, is an Ophthalmologist who maintains a private practice in Heraklion. He graduated from the English-speaking Medical School of Cairo University in 1987, earned a Master’s degree in Ophthalmology (MSc Ophthalmology) from the same School (1993), and obtained his Ophthalmology Specialty certification in Egypt and Greece following examinations (1993). In 1999, he was awarded a Doctorate in Medicine with "Excellent" honors. He completed three years of postdoctoral training abroad (1994-1997) and acquired a Fellowship specializing in Corneal Diseases & Transplantations. His professional career is marked by numerous significant milestones, including his directorship and responsibility for the Cornea Department and the Corneal Transplantation Unit at the Ophthalmology Clinic of the University Hospital of Heraklion from 1998 to the present. He is a Professor of Ophthalmology at the Medical School of the University of Crete. He performs surgical procedures covering the full spectrum of ophthalmology, employing the most advanced techniques. Notably, he is a pioneer in the management of Chemical Burns and is recognized nationwide for his expertise in Corneal Epithelial Stem Cell Transplantations as well as Amniotic Membrane Transplantations. In his private practice, he treats a wide range of cases, combining acknowledged scientific excellence with extensive experience and unquestionable professionalism.

Dr. Mpolis Erion is a Ophthalmic Surgeon and maintains a private practice in Athens, where he provides comprehensive vision care for adults and children. 

He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Athens, where he was admitted with honors through the Panhellenic Examinations. He graduated with high marks and specialized at the Ophthalmology Clinic of Thriasio Hospital – the National Burn Reference Center "Latseio". 

In 2024-2025, he attended training programs, including the postgraduate program "Modern Approaches in Retinal Pathology and Surgery," at the 1st University Ophthalmology Clinic of G.N.A. "G. Gennimatas."

Since 2025, he has been actively participating in the postgraduate program "Management of Refractive Errors and Refractive Surgery" at the University of Athens.

The physician has experience in refractive surgery (Laser correction of myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, and presbyopia), anterior segment eye surgeries (Cataract, correction of very high myopia with ICL lens, corneal trauma, glaucoma, and burns), as well as retinal diseases such as macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.

He participates in conferences in Greece and abroad. He is a member of the Hellenic Ophthalmological Society and the Medical Association of Athens.