Rheumatologists

Zavitsanou Ilektra is a Rheumatologist with a private practice in Exarchia. She specialized in Internal Medicine at the General Hospital of Larissa and in Rheumatology at the outpatient clinics of the Rheumatology Department and the emergency rheumatologic cases of the General Hospital of Athens “Evangelismos.” Additionally, she teaches first aid in public naval education and possesses extensive experience in autoimmune diseases, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, low back pain, neck pain, regional syndromes, and intra-articular injections. She is a scientific collaborator at the Central Clinic of Athens in Kolonaki and has served as a collaborator for the insurance company Groupama, the “Agia Fotini” clinic in Larissa, and the private hospital Metropolitan. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Society of Rheumatology, the Athens Medical Association, and actively participates in numerous conferences, seminars, and continuing education courses as part of her ongoing professional development.

Dr. Georgakopoulos Xristos is a rheumatologist specializing in the management of rheumatic diseases, with a particular focus on arthritis, inflammatory musculoskeletal disorders, mechanical musculoskeletal pain, and osteoporosis.

His training at the Rheumatology Clinic of GNA KAT and collaboration with specialized centers and multidisciplinary teams have shaped an approach that combines clinical experience with personalized and evidence-based care. He is certified by EULAR in the use and teaching of musculoskeletal ultrasound and has completed further training at the IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi – Sant’Ambrogio in Milan through a scholarship from the Hellenic Rheumatology Society.

Additionally, he actively participates in scientific groups and associations in the field of rheumatology and musculoskeletal ultrasound.

Mpaili Georgia is a Rheumatologist and maintains a private practice in Glyfada. She studied at the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace and specialized in Rheumatology at GNA KAT. She has experience in systemic autoimmune diseases, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and other musculoskeletal disorders. She is a member of the Hellenic Rheumatology Society and the Hellenic Society for the Study of Bone Metabolism.

Iliadou Kornilia is a Rheumatologist, Director of the Rheumatology Department at the Euroclinic Athens, and maintains a private practice in Nea Smyrni. She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Ioannina and completed her specialty training in Rheumatology. Specifically, her training began at the 1st Internal Medicine Clinic of the New Ionia Hospital "Agia Olga" and continued at the Rheumatology Department of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas," where she trained for 4 years. Subsequently, she pursued further training at the Laboratory for Research of Musculoskeletal Diseases and Bone Metabolism of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as at the Pathophysiology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko." Additionally, she collaborated with Metropolitan Hospital and the "Athinaion" Clinic, and for several years worked as a Rheumatologist at IKA, in the local unit of Neos Kosmos. Furthermore, she has 72 publications and presentations, as well as 104 conference participations in the last 10 years. Finally, the physician is a member of the Hellenic Rheumatology Society & the Professional Association of Rheumatologists of Greece, the Bone Metabolism Society, and the Spine Society.

Roumpi Lina is a Rheumatologist and maintains a private practice in Chalkida and Thebes. She studied Medicine at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Subsequently, she specialized in Pathology and Rheumatology at Sundsvall Regional Hospital and Karolinska University Hospital in Sweden. She has many years of experience and has been working as a Rheumatologist - Senior Registrar A′ at Sundsvall Hospital since 2016, as well as being responsible for the studies of medical students at Umeå University Medical School in Sweden.

Iatrokosmos is a comprehensive primary healthcare unit located in the Ampelokipi area. It consists of the Iatrokosmos Rheumatology Department, which is staffed by highly trained scientific personnel and equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology. The center's goal is to provide the solution that each patient desires, namely diagnosis and treatment, in a cost-effective, reliable manner with only the necessary examinations. The aim is to cover the health needs of every family, every insured or uninsured individual of any age, with comprehensive solutions. Their philosophy includes three fundamental principles: friendly service – high-quality examinations – affordable prices. Finally, always prioritizing patient safety, they take responsibility for the patient's health from beginning to end, that is, from diagnosis through to treatment.

Antonis Georgountzos is a Rheumatologist and maintains a private practice in the area of Zografou. He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in 2011. He completed the general part of his specialty at the 2nd Propaedeutic Pathology Clinic of the University General Hospital "Attikon". After serving as a rural healthcare physician at the Health Center of Stylida, he completed his specialization in the Rheumatology Department of the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos".

At the practice, in addition to clinical examination, diagnostic and therapeutic joint and soft tissue aspirations are performed, and there is also the capability to conduct capillaroscopy.

Alifierakis Giannis is a Specialist Rheumatologist and maintains two clinics, one in Nea Smyrni (within the Top Meds multi-clinic) and one in Daphne (within the Alpha Prolipsis multi-clinic). He completed his medical studies at the "La Sapienza" University Medical School in Rome. He has experience as a trainee in rheumatology clinics in Germany, at the Rheumazentrum Ruhrgebiet in Herne, a teaching center of Bochum University, as well as at the rheumatology clinic of Immanuel Krankenhaus, a teaching center of the Charité Medical School in Berlin. The final part of his training took place at the rheumatology clinic of the Athens hospital "Georgios Gennimatas," and in 2024 he obtained his specialty title. Previously, he served as a trainee in internal medicine at the 1st Internal Medicine Clinic of the General Hospital of Chania "Agios Georgios." He is currently attending the postgraduate program "Leadership, Innovation and Value Policies in Health" at the University of West Attica.

Tryfonidi - Zaxari Amalia is a Rheumatology Specialist maintaining a private practice in Kifisia, while also serving as a Scientific Collaborator at Metropolitan General (General Clinic of Cholargos). She is a graduate of the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She has experience in ultrasound-guided intra-articular injections (hyaluronic acid - corticosteroids - collagen) and is specialized in paraspinal injections for spinal conditions (low back pain - sciatica - thoracic pain - neck pain). In her private practice, she manages a wide range of conditions such as osteoporosis, knee osteoarthritis, tendinitis, low back pain, neck pain, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, among others, providing comprehensive treatment. Finally, the physician is a member of the Athens Medical Association.

Yfanti Marianthi is a Specialist Rheumatologist and maintains a private practice in Patras. She holds a medical degree from the Medical School of the University of Patras (2015). Subsequently, she completed rural service at the Krestena Health Center. She specialized in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology at St. Anna Hospital in Herne under Professor Prof. Dr. med. K. Kisters and at the University Hospital of Bochum, Rheumazentrum Ruhrgebiet in Germany, under Professor Prof. Dr. med J. Braun and later under Prof. Dr. med. Dr. h.c. Xenofon Baraliakos. After obtaining her specialist qualification, she continued working as a specialist Rheumatologist at the Rheumazentrum Ruhrgebiet, the largest rheumatology center in Germany (148 beds and 36,200 patients in outpatient clinics and hospitalized annually), a world reference center for axial spondyloarthritis/ankylosing spondylitis and a recognized center of excellence by the European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR Centre of Excellence). During her work in Germany, she trained in musculoskeletal ultrasound and capillaroscopy. She is a doctoral candidate in the Department of Medicine at the University of Bochum.

Tziafalia Matthoula is a Rheumatologist and maintains a private practice in Chalandri. She is a graduate of the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki , and in 2022 she obtained her Rheumatology specialty title after successfully completing her training at leading hospitals in the country. She also works as an adjunct Rheumatologist at the Attica General Hospital "Sismanoglio - Amalia Fleming," alongside her private practice, providing personalized care to her patients. Her professional career includes extended specialization and extensive experience in Rheumatology at the Athens General Hospital "Evangelismos," early specialization in Pathology at the Karditsa General Hospital, as well as rural service and work in private healthcare facilities in Karditsa.

Mpasdragianni Dimitra is a Rheumatologist with a private practice in Thessaloniki. She is a graduate of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki with specialization in autoimmune diseases and inflammatory arthritides. She also holds expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal system disorders, autoimmune diseases, regional pain syndromes, and metabolic diseases. Guided by a sincere interest in the patient as a whole, the rheumatologist combines scientific knowledge, clinical experience, continuous education, and adaptability to the rapid advancements in the field of rheumatology, which have been remarkable in recent years. As part of her ongoing professional development, she actively attends and participates in national and European conferences and seminars, staying informed about the latest developments in her specialty.

Aggelakos Mixail MD is a Rheumatologist with a private practice in Ambelokipi. He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Patras and specialized in Rheumatology at the Athens General Hospital "Evangelismos". He is a Scientific Collaborator at the 4th University Department of Internal Medicine of the University General Hospital "Attikon". Furthermore, he has attended numerous conferences and seminars in Greece and abroad, many of which he has also participated in as a speaker. Finally, he is a member of the Athens Medical Association and is proficient in English and French.

Lasithiotakis Ioannis is a Specialist Rheumatologist, awarded a PhD from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He maintains a private practice in Heraklion, Crete, where he manages the treatment of diseases such as osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, cervical pain, low back pain, sciatica, degenerative spondyloarthropathy, herniated intervertebral discs, and various tendinitis conditions. He specializes in epicondylitis, periarthritis, collagen diseases, lupus, vasculitis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and all autoimmune diseases. He has participated in numerous therapeutic protocols and international conferences. His work and studies have been published in several worldwide and Pan-European conferences, as well as reputable Greek and international medical journals and reviews. He is a member of multiple scientific societies and has specialized in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. Finally, he serves as the Director of the Rheumatology Department at Creta InterClinic.

Dr. Marina Sykara is a Biologist and a Specialist Rheumatologist, holding a PhD from the Medical School of Athens (NKUA).

She began her studies at the Department of Biology, School of Science, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with an early focus on immunology and autoimmunity. After obtaining her first degree, she continued her studies at the Medical School of the University of Athens while simultaneously conducting and successfully completing her Doctoral Thesis with distinction at the same university, focusing on the study of molecular pathogenic mechanisms in systemic autoimmune diseases. She further pursued her research as a postdoctoral fellow at the Medical School of Athens and subsequently at the internationally renowned Molecular Biology Center of the University of Madrid (Centro de Biologia Molecular, Severo Ochoa).

Her specialization in Rheumatology was completed entirely at the University General Hospital “Laiko,” with active participation in the Centers of Expertise for Rare Systemic Autoinflammatory and Autoimmune Diseases, where she gained specialized knowledge and extensive clinical experience.

Her scholarly contributions include original publications in reputable international scientific journals and medical texts, and she has been honored with two European awards of excellence for her contributions to basic and clinical research (EULAR, ERE). She actively participates in international rheumatology scientific conferences and clinical studies. She is a regular member of the Hellenic Rheumatology Society. Her scientific approach is based on evidence-based medical knowledge, clinical precision, and personalized patient care.

Goules Dimitris is an Orthopedic Pathologist - Rheumatologist and maintains private practices in Psychiko, Gyzi, Chalandri, and Ampelokipi. He studied at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, where he also specialized in Pathology. He completed his doctoral dissertation at the National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland (USA). He began his specialization in Rheumatology in London. There, he had the opportunity to participate in J. Cyriax's team for the consolidation and dissemination of Orthopedic Pathology and to engage in the biomechanical pathophysiology of the spinal column, the scientific foundation of osteopathy (manipulation), and injection therapy of the joints and spine. He served for five years as Director of the Rheumatology Department at NIEE and currently serves as a scientific collaborator at the University of Athens. He founded the "Low Back Pain and Spinal Column Clinic" at the University of Athens, which he transferred to the private sector under the name "Institute of Neck Pain, Low Back Pain, and Spinal Column," where he focuses on the conservative non-surgical treatment of spinal diseases, the publication of related articles, and the organization of seminars. He is among the first scientists to have internationally documented that conservative treatment can reduce or eliminate the size of intervertebral disc herniation and that paretic sciatica caused by discopathy is no longer an absolute indication for surgery, but can be managed equally well or better conservatively.