General practitioners (GPs) in Kriti

Dr. Xatzinaki Kalliopi, MD, MSc, is a Specialist in General - Family Medicine and maintains her private practice within the "Mesogeios-Diagnostic Centers," located at Chryssostomou 74 and Knosou Avenue 69 in Heraklion, Crete. She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Patras and completed her specialization in General - Family Medicine at Venizeleio - Pananio Regional Hospital of Heraklion. She holds a postgraduate diploma specializing in "Vaccinations and Infection Prevention" and has extensive clinical experience in managing emergency and chronic cases. In her private practice, she provides high-level medical services, focusing on prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment of primary healthcare conditions affecting the entire family: management of infections, injuries, surgical and pathological cases, prevention and management of Diabetes Mellitus, Arterial Hypertension, Dyslipidemia, Osteoporosis, Obesity, Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Depression, Anxiety Disorder, and other chronic diseases, smoking cessation, issuance of medical certificates and attestations, and a holistic approach to the geriatric patient. Additionally, she conducts home visits when deemed necessary. Finally, she actively participates in scientific conferences and educational programs, aiming at her continuous professional development and provision of optimal care to her patients.

Dr. Nikolaos Kakolyris is a Family Doctor and operates a private practice in Agios Nikolaos, Crete. He holds a Medical degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in General Medicine, completing his specialization in 2002 after passing the relevant exams in Athens. Throughout his professional career, he has served in various medical and administrative roles, providing specialized care and managing cases in both hospital and primary care settings. Dr. Kakolyris started his career as an auxiliary physician at the Dialysis Unit of Agios Nikolaos, Crete, and later worked as an Assistant Consultant in General Medicine at the General Hospital of Ierapetra until 2011, when he advanced to the position of Consultant in the National Health Service (ESY). On March 15, 2019, he was promoted to the role of Director and Head of the Emergency Department (ED) at the General Hospital of Agios Nikolaos (GNA), where he assumed full scientific responsibility for the department. In 2021, he was appointed Coordinator at the Local Health Unit (TOMY) of Agios Nikolaos, where he contributed to the organization and coordination of the COVID-19 vaccination center while retaining his responsibility for the Emergency Department. Additionally, he served as the Coordinator for the Education of General Medicine Residents at the Agios Nikolaos Hospital and participated in the development of the training program for the specialty. Dr. Kakolyris holds a Ph.D. from the University of Crete, with his doctoral thesis focusing on the management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) in Primary Health Care and General Medicine. He has participated in numerous scientific studies and publications, several of which were published in international scientific journals and presented at international conferences. His research experience extends to collaborative projects, including the INTERREG 3 Greece-Cyprus initiative aimed at improving patient management in Health Centers with the support of new technologies. Furthermore, he was an integral member and Vice President of the Hellenic Primary Care Respiratory Group (HePCRG), which represented the International Primary Care Respiratory Group (IPCRG) in Greece. Dr. Kakolyris has contributed to many scientific actions, including the translation of guidelines for primary care respiratory diseases and smoking cessation approaches. He has also conducted educational activities, providing training to medical students, high school students, and conducting informational sessions on television regarding smoking and burn care. Holding certifications in Emergency Medicine (ALS Provider), as well as additional advanced training programs, Dr. Kakolyris remains an active member of the medical community and continues to contribute to the improvement of healthcare services in the Lasithi region, participating in various scientific and professional organizations.

Dr. Nikolaos Kostakis is a General Practitioner with extensive professional experience in both Greece and abroad. He began his medical career in 2008 as a rural doctor at the Health Center of Siteia. From 2009 to 2010, he worked as a private physician at the "Cretan Medi Help" Medical Center in Heraklion, and in 2010, he continued his private practice at the "Asklipieion of Crete" private clinic. Between 2010 and 2011, he served as a rural doctor fulfilling his mandatory service at the Regional Clinic of Menetes in Karpathos. In 2013–2014, he gained international experience as a resident in General Practice at the "FLEN" Health Center in Sweden, and he completed his residency in Greece at the University General Hospital of Heraklion (PAGNI) from 2014 to 2017. Since 2017, he has been serving as a General Practitioner at the 1st Local Health Unit (TOMY) in Heraklion, and since 2025, he also maintains a private medical practice in the same city. He holds a medical degree from the Second University of Naples in Italy.  

Emmanouil Piskopakis is a Pathologist who maintains a private practice in Heraklion, Crete. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the University of Patras. After completing his rural service and military duty, he finalized his specialty in Pathology at the Pathology Clinics of the Hospitals of Heraklion, Crete. He attends conferences in Greece and abroad as part of his continuing education. Additionally, the physician collaborates with the Asklipieion Clinic of Crete and Creta InterClinic, and in his private practice, he offers a wide range of services tailored to the needs of each patient.

Liopyrakis Antonis is a Specialist in Internal Medicine and Diabetology, maintaining a private practice in Heraklion, Crete. In a welcoming environment, years of knowledge and experience are combined with modern methods and equipment, where all types of pathological conditions are successfully regulated and treated. The physician investigates the medical problem through the broad spectrum of pathology and, based on the diagnosis and taking into account the nature of the symptoms and the discomfort caused by the disease, proposes the appropriate treatment. Additionally, a group of patients with a history of chronic pain receive palliative care. Overall, the physician manages cases such as pathological diseases, febrile infections, cough, persistent fever, diabetes mellitus, and hypertension.

Spanakis Emmanouil is a Pathologist and maintains his private practice in Chania. He is a graduate of the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and has served as a specialist pathologist at the Chania Therapeutic Center.

Astrakianakis Antonios is a Pathologist who maintains a private practice in the center of Heraklion, Crete. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has specialized in Internal Medicine at the 3rd Pathology Clinic of the General Hospital of Heraklion "Venizeleio". He regularly attends conferences and continuing education courses in Greece and abroad, with a focus on diabetes mellitus, arterial hypertension, and dyslipidemias. In his practice, he manages chronic and emergency cases within the spectrum of pathology, while also issuing health certificates for sports, employment, and driving licenses. In parallel with his private practice, he has previously worked as a Pathologist at the Regional Health Unit of EOPYY (formerly IKA) in Heraklion, at the First Aid Station of Heraklion Airport as an inspecting physician, and has served as a pre-examination doctor and member of various committees of the Disability Certification Center (KEPA), as well as on the Supreme Health Committee for Pension Awards of OGA.

Dr. Xarizani Aikaterini, MD, MSc, is a Specialist in Internal Medicine and maintains a private practice at 43 Selinou Street in Chania, offering medical services both in a fully equipped clinic and through home visits. She graduated from the Medical School of the University of Crete in 2016 with a degree grade of 8.07 and holds an Interinstitutional Master's degree in "Management of Aging and Chronic Diseases," graduating with a grade of 9.16. The doctor obtained the international SCOPE certification in Obesity Management from the World Obesity Federation. She served as a rural doctor at the Agia Fotini Health Center, participating in the clinics of Meronas and Nithavris. She began her specialty training in Internal Medicine at the General Hospital of Rethymno, where she served for 5 months, continuing for the next 2 years at the AHEPA University General Hospital of Thessaloniki. She completed her specialty at the University General Hospital of Heraklion (PAGNI). After receiving her specialist title, she worked as an Internist in the Special Outpatient Clinics for Diabetes Mellitus, Obesity, Hypertension, and Geriatrics at the University Hospital of Heraklion, gaining additional clinical experience in managing these diseases according to the latest scientific developments. In her private practice, she monitors patients with obesity and chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia, osteoporosis, among others. Simultaneously, she addresses acute problems (e.g., fever, infections, etc.), places emphasis on prevention, and provides special care for the elderly.

Fragkakis Emmanouil MD is a Specialist in Internal Medicine with a private practice in Chania. He holds a specialty title in Internal Medicine with additional training in Emergency Prehospital Medicine. In 2009, he graduated from the Medical School of the University of Patras and subsequently completed his military service after serving in the 1st Paratrooper Squadron in 2010. In 2012, he was a member of "Doctors of the World," participating in the clinics of the city of Chania, and from 2013 to 2023, he was involved in the Social Clinic - Solidarity Pharmacy of Chania. He obtained the title of Specialist in Internal Medicine, completing his specialty in 2018, and since then, he has been practicing at the Private General Clinic Gavrilakis "IASIS," managing the Internal Medicine department and practicing clinical medical pathology. He collaborates with distinguished physicians across all specialties in the prefecture of Chania as well as throughout Greece, aiming for a holistic and effective approach to patients’ health issues. Throughout his medical career, he has participated in numerous medical conferences and remains informed about the latest scientific developments in the field of Internal Medicine and Medical Science. He is certified in the electronic prescribing and examination system of the National Organization for the Provision of Health Services (EOPYY), enabling him to prescribe medications from multiple specialties across ALL insurance funds, as well as referrals for laboratory blood tests, radiological exams, etc.

Meramvelliotakis Nikolaos is an Internist with a private practice in Heraklion, Crete since 2000. He holds a medical degree from the University "La Sapienza" of Rome, 1990, and obtained his specialty in Internal Medicine at the University Hospital of Heraklion in 2000. Additionally, the doctor has collaborated with the private clinics "Asklipieio" and "Agios Georgios" and completed his rural service at the Krousonas Maleviziou rural clinic in 1993. He has participated as a member of the Heraklion Medical Association, served as a Municipal Councilor of Heraklion, and was President of the Cultural Association of Kato Vianos. He is a member of the Hellenic Diabetes Association.

Mpotonaki Kelly is a Pathologist and maintains a private clinic in Chania. She graduated from the Medical School of Crete. She specialized in Pathology at the First Pathology Clinic of the General Hospital of Chania. She worked as a Rural Doctor at the Rural Prisons of Agia and as a Pathologist at the Rehabilitation Center "Olympion Chania." In her private clinic, she manages a wide range of cases, combining her professional experience with excellent scientific knowledge.