Gastroenterologists

Kiapidou Stefania is a Gastroenterologist - Hepatologist and maintains a private practice in Kalamaria. She holds a medical degree from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and obtained her Gastroenterology specialty title at the 4th University Department of Internal Medicine of the Hippokration General Hospital of Thessaloniki, where she continues to be an active member as a scientific collaborator. She has earned a postgraduate degree focusing on Hepatology, specifically non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. She is a member of the Hellenic Gastroenterological Society and the Hellenic Association for the Study of the Liver. Her scientific work includes participation and presentations at national, European, and American conferences, as well as publications in both Greek and international peer-reviewed scientific journals. Dr. Kiapidou has extensive experience in interventional endoscopy and capsule endoscopy. Additionally, she is skilled in the diagnosis and management of gastroenterological diseases and chronic conditions of the liver, biliary tract, and pancreas, and has expertise in esophageal manometry. Finally, she is an external collaborator of private clinics in Thessaloniki.

Georgios Anagnostopoulos is a Gastroenterologist who sees patients in Marousi at the "Mitera" Clinic. He holds a medical degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and completed his Gastroenterology specialty at the 251 General Air Force Hospital. In 2002, he received a scholarship from the Hellenic Society of Gastroenterology and pursued advanced training as an Advanced Endoscopy Research Fellow at the Wolfson Digestive Diseases Centre, University of Nottingham, UK, and the Endoscopy Department, University of Mainz, Germany. His training focused on advanced micro-endoscopic diagnostic and therapeutic techniques such as magnifying endoscopy, chromoendoscopy, Narrow Band Imaging, confocal endomicroscopy, autofluorescence endoscopy, endoscopic mucosal resection, and photodynamic therapy for Barrett’s esophagus. A considerable number of his studies have been published in reputable peer-reviewed international medical journals. He has more than 100 presentations at Greek and international conferences and continues to frequently publish articles in the Greek press. It is noteworthy that his primary interests include the monitoring of patients with Barrett’s esophagus and ulcerative colitis, as well as the endoscopic evaluation of patients with precancerous lesions in the gastrointestinal tract (dysplasia). Furthermore, he specializes in complex polypectomies of flat polyps (endoscopic mucosal resection), ablation of Barrett’s esophagus epithelium using radiofrequency ablation (HALO), and obesity treatment through the revolutionary endoscopic AspireAssist method.

Dr. Tseugas Ioannis is a Gastroenterologist with a private practice in Alimos. He holds a medical degree from the Medical School of Budapest and specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases and endoscopic gastroenterology. He completed his Gastroenterology training at the Gastroenterology Clinic of the Specialized Anti-Cancer Hospital of Piraeus "Metaxa". He is a former Scientific Director of the Gastroenterology Clinic at Mediterraneo Hospital and has worked in the Gastroenterology department of the Hellenic Red Cross Hospital and in the Internal Medicine Clinic of the Regional General Hospital of Tripoli "Evangelistria". He has significant professional experience and in his private practice manages a wide range of conditions, providing specialized services. Finally, Dr. Tseugas is a member of the Hellenic Society of Gastroenterology, the Professional Association of Gastroenterologists of Greece, the Hellenic Foundation of Gastroenterology and Nutrition, the Hellenic Society of Gastrointestinal Oncology, and the Hellenic Liver Study Society.

Sazanidis Vasileios is a Gastroenterologist and maintains a private practice in Dafni. He graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and received a scholarship from the Hellenic Foundation of Gastroenterology and Nutrition for advanced training in the United Kingdom, specializing in interventional endoscopy at the Victoria Hospital of Blackpool. During his training, he performed a large number of colonoscopies, gastroscopies, sigmoidoscopies, ERCPs, as well as endoscopic gastrostomies, esophageal stent placements, esophageal variceal ligations, endoscopic hemostasis, esophageal dilations, and numerous polypectomies and mucosectomies. He specialized in Internal Medicine at the 424 General Military Training Hospital of Thessaloniki and in Gastroenterology at the 1st Propaedeutic University Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko." He has worked at the private clinic "Central Clinic of Athens" and as an external Scientific Collaborator at the Hepatology Clinic of the University Gastroenterology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko." Since 2019, he has been working at the Diagnostic Medical Center "Kosmoiatriki" and has been working periodically as a Gastroenterologist in various hospitals in the United Kingdom since 2014, conducting clinical work, endoscopies, and outpatient clinics (Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Bournemouth - Darlington Memorial Hospital, Darlington - St Helier Hospital, London - James Paget Hospital, Great Yarmouth - Bristol Royal Infirmary, Bristol). Finally, he is an Accredited Member of the British Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (JAG).

Polykseni Kalisperati is a Gastroenterologist with extensive clinical experience and a strong academic/research background, aiming to provide comprehensive and personalized care to each patient at her private practice. She is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a PhD from the Medical School of Athens.

She currently serves as an Assistant Gastroenterology Consultant B’ at the General Hospital of Athens "ELPIS," having also trained and worked for several years at the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko" (University Gastroenterology Clinic & Clinic of Pathological Physiology), gaining extensive experience across the full spectrum of modern Gastroenterology. She places special emphasis on interventional endoscopy, digestive oncology, neuroendocrine tumors, gastrointestinal infections (with a specialization in H. pylori), and gastrointestinal immunology/gastrointestinal manifestations of autoimmune diseases.

Additionally, she actively participates in scientific publications in international journals and is a regular speaker at conferences. She also maintains an educational role in Pathological Physiology at the Medical School of Athens, contributing to the teaching of undergraduate students.

At her practice, Dr. Kalisperati addresses each case with respect, empathy, and scientific evidence, dedicating time for meaningful discussion, proper information, and clear guidance. Her goal is accurate diagnosis, targeted treatment, and long-term follow-up with an emphasis on prevention and improvement of quality of life.

Drikos Ioannis is a Gastroenterologist who maintains a private practice in Neos Kosmos. He holds a medical degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Gastroenterology at the Gastroenterology Clinic of the General State Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas." Additionally, he holds the European Diploma in Gastroenterology and Hepatology awarded by the Training Committee of the European Board of Gastroenterology and Hepatology of the European Union of Medical Specialists. He possesses extensive clinical experience as a scientific collaborator in numerous hospitals and clinics, as well as with insurance organizations. Finally, he actively participates in a wide range of scientific seminars, conferences, postgraduate courses, educational programs, workshops, and symposiums, both in Greece and abroad, as a trainee, delegate, or speaker.

Dr. Touloumis Lazaros is a Gastroenterologist with a private practice in Evosmos. He is the former Director of the Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Department at the Central Clinic Euromedica and currently serves as the Head of the 3rd Endoscopy and Gastroenterology Department at Kyanos Stavros of the Euromedica Group, aiming to provide high-quality healthcare services in the fields of modern Gastroenterology, Pulmonology, Neonatology, Vascular Surgery, and Surgery. He founded "Prevention & Treatment," a state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic center composed of experienced and specialized scientists trained in the latest techniques of contemporary Medical Science. Collaborating with specialized clinics in the city, they cover the entire spectrum of modern interventional methods in Gastroenterology, Pulmonology, Neonatology, modern Surgery, and Vascular Surgery. However, the most significant area that makes "Prevention & Treatment" distinctive and a source of pride is Preventive Medicine. The prevention of colorectal and breast cancer represents the challenge of contemporary Medical Science. In collaboration with specialized experts, they offer genetic testing options to their patients.

Gastroenterologist - Hepatologist with experience in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopies of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract, esophageal motility studies (achalasia), idiopathic inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn's disease, Ulcerative Colitis)

Karlaftis Anastasios MD is a Gastroenterologist - Hepatologist and maintains a private practice in Metamorfosi, while also collaborating with the endoscopy department of the diagnostic center "Ionio Iatriki." He is a PhD candidate at the University Gastroenterology Clinic of the Medical School of the University of Athens and a graduate of the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He specialized in the Gastroenterology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas" and has worked in major hospitals such as the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko," the General Hospital of Athens "Alexandra," and the General Hospital of Chania "Agios Georgios." The physician has participated in numerous scientific meetings and seminars and has numerous presentations in both foreign-language and Greek-language conferences. Additionally, he has several publications in Greek and international journals. During his tenure in university clinics, he has also contributed to teaching by delivering numerous lessons to medical students. Finally, despite practicing private medicine, he continues his research and writing activities, and recently his first book was published, entitled "Modern Guidelines in Gastroenterology and Hepatology."

Konstantinos Zampelis is a Gastroenterologist and maintains a private practice in Galatsi, Athens. Concurrently, he is an external collaborator of the 2nd Gastroenterology Department of Interventional Endoscopy at "Errikos Dynan" Hospital, the 1st Gastroenterology Clinic of "IASO General" Hospital, and the "Bioclinic of Athens." He graduated from the Medical School of the State University of Naples, Italy, "Federico II" and obtained his specialty degree in the Gastroenterology Department at "Erythros Stavros" Hospital, where he specialized primarily in Interventional Gastroenterology. He has performed a large number of diagnostic and interventional endoscopies such as polyp removal in the stomach and intestines, hemostasis of hemorrhages, removal of foreign bodies from the digestive tract, variceal banding and sclerotherapy, gastrostomy placement, esophageal and intestinal dilations, use of endoclips, APC, and Gold Probe, as well as a significant number (>300) of ERCP procedures. To date, he has participated in numerous Greek and international conferences with the aim of continuous education and training in his specialized field. He is a member of the Athens Medical Association and a regular member of the Hellenic Gastroenterological Society.

Gerakis Ioannis is a Gastroenterologist - Hepatologist with private practices in Thessaloniki and Diavata. He graduated from the Medical School of Ovidius University and has extensive experience in the management of diseases and conditions of the digestive system. He specialized in Internal Medicine at the General Hospital of Giannitsa and in Gastroenterology at the Thessaloniki Anti-Cancer Hospital "Theageneio." To date, he serves as the Scientific Director of the Medical Department at Express Service and collaborates with "Euromedica" General Clinic of Thessaloniki and Bioclinic Thessaloniki. In his private practice, he provides specialized services including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, rectoscopy, biopsy sampling for histological examination, and polyp removal. Finally, the doctor is a member of the Hellenic Association for the Study of the Liver and the Hellenic Gastroenterological Association.

Smyrnidis Aleksandros is a Gastroenterologist with a private clinic in Keratsini. He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and completed a 9-month fellowship in endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and wireless capsule endoscopy of the small and large intestine in Edinburgh. Additionally, he undertook a 6-month fellowship in the Second Gastroenterology Clinic of the General Hospital "Evangelismos," specializing in endoscopic ultrasound (EUS). He is a member of the Hellenic Foundation for Gastroenterology & Nutrition, the European Association for the Study of the Liver, and the Hellenic Association for the Study of the Liver. He consistently attends conferences and seminars in Greece and abroad, aiming for excellent training and continuous professional development in his area of expertise.

Kouloumpis Xaris is a Gastroenterologist and maintains a private practice in Aigaleo. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has worked at the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos." He possesses significant and extensive experience and specializes in hepatology, endoscopic gastroenterology, and digestive oncology. In his private practice, he offers a wide range of services, tailored to the needs of each patient.

Floudaras Ioannis is a specialist Gastroenterologist – Hepatologist - Interventional Endoscopist with many years of experience in the field of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, maintaining a private practice in Evosmos. He serves as a Consultant at Euromedica Kyaneos Stavros, Bioclinic, and Agios Loukas Clinic. His mission is to provide high-quality medical care to his patients, combining scientific knowledge with a patient-centered approach. The clinic offers a wide range of specialized Gastroenterology and Hepatology services. The objective is to deliver high-quality medical care with an emphasis on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Gastrointestinal and Liver diseases. Utilizing the most advanced methods and technologies, the best possible care for patients is ensured. He is committed to continuous education and staying informed about new developments in the field, thereby offering the most up-to-date and effective therapeutic options.

Koutsounas Ioannis is a Gastroenterologist with a private practice in Athens (Nea Filothei area). He is an honored PhD graduate of the Medical School of Athens and an alumnus of the Medical School of Ioannina. He has undergone advanced training in Digestive Endoscopy techniques at the internationally renowned John Radcliffe University Hospital in Oxford, United Kingdom, as a scholar of the Hellenic Gastroenterological Society. He obtained his specialization in Gastroenterology at the "Laiko" and "Sismanogleio" Hospitals in Athens, and his experience has also been enriched at major hospitals and centers abroad, such as John Radcliffe (Oxford), Queen Alexandra (Portsmouth), and the Bank of Cyprus Oncology Center (Nicosia). Currently, he holds the position of University Fellow (full-time salaried collaborator, equivalent to an attending physician) in the 3rd Medical Clinic of the Medical School of the University of Athens at "Sotiria" Hospital, within the Gastroenterology Department, where he works during morning hours. Additionally, he is one of the few gastroenterologists in Greece who holds the European Diploma in Gastroenterology and Hepatology (European Section and Board of Gastroenterology and Hepatology) after examinations. He is a member of various Greek and international scientific societies and associations, has participated in numerous gastroenterology-related conferences and seminars, and has a notable publication record in international journals. He possesses significant experience and skill in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Digestive Endoscopy (Polypectomies - EMR, Dilations, Endoscopic Hemostasis), resulting from the high-standard training he has received abroad.

Zlatinoudis Xaralampos is a Gastroenterologist-Hepatologist who maintains a private practice in Argyroupoli. Simultaneously, he provides his services at Metropolitan General in Cholargos, with his office located at the headquarters of the 3rd Gastroenterology and Hepatology Clinic. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a Master's degree in "Health Units Management." He has obtained the European Diploma in Gastroenterology and Hepatology (ESEGH) and the Membership of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the United Kingdom diploma – MRCP(UK). He has specialized in endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), having received official recognition from the Ministry of Health. The physician has attended endoscopic seminars of the Joint Advisory Group on GI Endoscopy (JAG) of the Royal College of Physicians in the United Kingdom as well as those of the Hellenic Gastroenterological Society and has completed the Hepatology School of the Hellenic Liver Study Society. He earned the specialty title in Gastroenterology after training in university hospitals of the Northern Deanery in the United Kingdom and in Greece (Metaxa Cancer Hospital of Piraeus). Through a scholarship from the UEG organization, he participated as a visiting Consultant in the activities of the Gastroenterology department of Clinical Hospital Center Rijeka, which is one of the European Gastroenterology Centres of Excellence and a certified center for the interdisciplinary and holistic management of obesity by the European Association for the Study of Obesity (EASO). The physician manages a wide range of cases and possesses broad expertise, providing high-level services with modern, high-definition technological equipment.

Karampinis Athanasios is a Gastroenterologist with a private practice in Pallini. He possesses extensive clinical experience and has served as a Gastroenterologist in the Gastroenterology Clinic of the 251 Air Force General Hospital. In his practice, he manages cases including hepatitis and liver cirrhosis, inflammatory bowel diseases, gastroesophageal reflux, and other gastroenterological conditions.