Otolaryngologists (ENT) including treatment for children under 12 years near Ilioupoli

Η Βλάχου Σταματία είναι Ωτορινολαρυγγολόγος (ΩΡΛ), Διευθύντρια της Γ' ΩΡΛ κλινικής, Χειρουργικής Κεφαλής & Τραχήλου του Metropolitan General και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό ιατρείο στους Αμπελόκηπους. Είναι αριστούχα Διδάκτωρ και απόφοιτη της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών, ενώ παράλληλα είναι κάτοχος πτυχίου επιμόρφωσης με αντικείμενο την «Εισαγωγή στη Νανοϊατρική» από το ίδιο πανεπιστήμιο. Έχει μετεκπαιδευτεί στο εξωτερικό στην Ενδοσκοπική Χειρουργική Ρινός και Παραρρινίων, στην Ωτοχειρουργική, στη Χειρουργική με χρήση LASER, στην Ελάχιστα Επεμβατική Χειρουργική Στόματος και Λάρυγγα με χρήση laser, καθώς και στη Χειρουργική του Θυρεοειδούς. Κατά τη διάρκεια της επαγγελματικής της πορείας, εργάστηκε επί σειρά ετών στην ΩΡΛ Κλινική του Νοσοκομείου του Ελληνικού Ερυθρού Σταυρού, Κοργιαλένειο - Μπενάκειο, όπου εξελίχθηκε μέχρι τον βαθμό της Διευθύντριας. Εκεί εργάστηκε πάνω σε όλο το φάσμα της Χειρουργικής Κεφαλής και Τραχήλου και ήρθε αντιμέτωπη με εξαιρετικά σοβαρά περιστατικά. Αξιοσημείωτο είναι πως στο ενεργητικό της καταμετρά περισσότερες από 2000 επεμβάσεις, σε όλο το φάσμα της Χειρουργικής Ωτορινολαρυγγολογίας και Χειρουργικής Κεφαλής και Τραχήλου. Επιπρόσθετα, τα τελευταία 20 χρόνια δραστηριοποιείται με την εκπαίδευση ειδικευόμενων Ωτορινολαρυγγολόγων, τόσο σε θεωρητικό, όσο και σε πρακτικό επίπεδο (χειρουργική). Διαθέτει 12 συμμετοχές ως εκπαιδεύτρια στην Ενδοσκοπική Χειρουργική Ρινός - Παραρρινίων και την Ωτοχειρουργική, σε αντίστοιχα πρακτικά σεμινάρια και έχει συμμετάσχει σε μεγάλο αριθμό (άνω των 160) συνεδρίων και σεμιναρίων όλου του φάσματος της ειδικότητάς της, τόσο στην Ελλάδα όσο και στο εξωτερικό, είτε ως ομιλίτρια, εισητήγρια ή συντονίστρια στρογγύλων τραπεζών (άνω των 50), είτε με ελεύθερες ανακοινώσεις (άνω των 180), είτε ως μέλος της οργανωτικής ή επιστημονικής επιτροπής στη διοργάνωση αυτών. Έχει πραγματοποιήσει πλήθος δημοσιεύσεων σε έγκριτα ελληνικά και ξενόγλωσσα περιοδικά, καθώς συμμετείχε και στην μετάφραση του "Άτλαντα Χειρουργικής Κεφαλής και Τραχήλου" των Lore & Medina, εκδ. Κωνσταντάρας, 2007. Τέλος αποτελεί μέλος 10 ελληνικών και διεθνών εταιρειών, και είναι αντιπρόεδρος του ΔΣ της ΩΡΛ Εταιρείας Χειρουργικής Κεφαλής και Τραχήλου Αθηνών.

Tsilis Nikolaos MD, PhD, MSc, FEBORL, is an Otolaryngologist with a private practice in Vrilissia. He holds a degree from the Medical School of the University of Crete and

a Doctorate from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

He holds a Master’s degree in Salivary Gland Disorders. Additionally, he has undergone advanced training at university clinics in Germany and the United Kingdom,

and completed his specialization at the University Hospital of Athens "Attikon" and the Pediatric Hospital "Aglaya Kyriakou". Regarding his professional experience, he has volunteered at the "Doctors of the World" polyclinic, and has served as

Consultant Otolaryngologist at the Maternity Hospital Clinic,

Deputy Director of the Adult ENT Clinic at IASO Hospital,

Scientific Collaborator at the Athens Bioclinic, Scientific Collaborator at the 2nd University ENT Clinic of the University of Athens, as well as Head of the Neurotology Laboratory.

Furthermore, he continuously updates his knowledge in the field through participation in numerous conferences, where he has also been a speaker. Finally, he has authored fifteen international and Greek publications in medical journals and is a member of the Hellenic Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology, the Hellenic Society of Neurotology, and the Panhellenic Otolaryngology Society.

Ο Σαμαράς Γεώργιος είναι Χειρουργός Εξειδικευμένος Ωτορινολαρυγγολόγος Ενηλίκων και Παίδων - MSc Παθήσεις ρινός, Βάσης Κρανίου και Προσωπικής χώρας.

Διατηρεί το δικό του ιατρείο στο Παγκράτι, είναι Επιμελητής στο Mediterraneo Hospital και κατέχει θέση Ωτορνολαρυγγολόγου στα Πολυϊατρεία του ΕΔΟΕΑΠ.

Παράλληλα είναι Εξωτερικός Συνεργάτης διαφόρων ιδιωτικών κλινικών και Νοσοκομείων.

Αποφοίτησε από το Τμήμα Ιατρικής του Δημοκριτείου Πανεπιστημίου Θράκης (Δ.Π.Θ.) και έχει ολοκληρώσει με βαθμό ΑΡΙΣΤΑ το διιδρυματικό μεταπτυχιακό πρόγραμμα σπουδών του τμήματος ιατρικής του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και του Πανεπιστημίου Πατρών: παθήσεις ρινός, βάσης κρανίου και προσωπικής χώρας, ενώ εκπονήθηκε η διπλωματική εργασία με θέμα τις ενδοσκοπικές και εξωτερικές προσπελάσεις του μετωπιαίου κόλπου.

Διετέλεσε ειδικευόμενος στο Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Μυτιλήνης "Βοστάνειο" και Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Αθηνών "Κοργιαλένειο - Μπενάκειο, Ελληνικός Ερυθρός Σταυρός", όπου και απέκτησε εμπειρία σε πλήθος περιστατικών ενηλίκων και παίδων.

Έχει λάβει μέρος σε διάφορες μετεκπαιδεύσεις, κυρίως στην ενδοσκοπική χειρουργική ρινός και παραρρινίων κόλπων, στη ρινοπλαστική, καθώς και στη χειρουργική παθήσεων του ωτός.

Τέλος, ο γιατρός έχει συμμετάσχει σε πλήθος συνεδρίων και μετεκπαιδευτικών σεμιναρίων με ενεργή συμμετοχή σε εργασίες, άρθρα και ανακοινώσεις.

Gligoris Georgios is an Otolaryngologist (ENT) specializing in adult and pediatric patients and maintains a private practice in Nikaia. He initially specialized in General Surgery at the General Hospital of Lefkada and subsequently in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at the General Hospital of Nikaia - Piraeus “Agios Panteleimon.” Concurrently, he specialized in Plastic Surgery at the General Anti-Cancer - Oncology Hospital of Athens “Agios Savvas” and in Microsurgery at the General Hospital of Attica KAT. Additionally, he attended postgraduate ENT courses at the 1st and 2nd University ENT Clinics at the General Hospital of Athens “Hippocrates,” and trained at the ENT Clinic of the Konstantopouleio General Hospital of Nea Ionia “Agia Olga.” During his 10 years of postgraduate training in the United Kingdom, Dr. Gligoris Georgios gained significant professional experience as an ENT Surgeon at Kettering General Hospital, John Radcliffe (Oxford University Hospitals), and Great Western Hospital, where he also served as an Accredited Educational Supervisor (responsible for the training and assessment of medical trainees). Furthermore, he participated in the training of medical students at the University of Leicester, and in the education of medical students and trainees at Oxford University Hospitals and the University of Bristol. With a commitment to continuing medical education, he has participated in numerous conferences, educational courses, workshops, as well as lectures and presentations in the United Kingdom. Finally, he is a member of several professional organizations, including the British Medical Association, the Piraeus Medical Association, ENT - UK, the British Society of Facial Plastic Surgery, the British Rhinological Society, and The Head and Neck Society.

Dr. Katsapis Nikolaos is an Otolaryngologist who maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi. He holds a medical degree from the Medical School of the University of Athens. He specialized in ENT Surgery in Germany at the academic hospital Sana Klinikum Remscheid, performing a large number of surgeries covering the entire spectrum of ENT specialty in both adults and children. In May 2017, he obtained the title of Adult/Pediatric ENT Surgeon after examinations at the Medical Association of North Rhine in Düsseldorf, Germany. He worked as a Senior Registrar at the academic hospital Sana Klinikum Remscheid and as Deputy Director at Marienhospital Gelsenkirchen under the renowned Professor Ph. Dost. In September 2021, he earned the specialization title in Facial Plastic Surgery following numerous plastic surgeries (rhinoplasties, otoplasties, blepharoplasties, defect reconstruction with flaps in oncological patients, among others) and successful examinations at the Medical Association of Westphalia in Münster, Germany. He has participated in numerous Greek and international conferences and holds certification as a Head and Neck Ultrasonographer (DEGUM) from the University of Mainz. After a 12-year career in Germany, he returned to Greece and has maintained a private practice in Athens since October 2022.

Zavras Panagiotis is a Surgeon Otolaryngologist - Pediatric Otolaryngologist and maintains his private practice in Ampelokipi. He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Athens. He specialized in Pediatric Otolaryngology at the Children's Hospital "Panagiotis & Aglaia Kyriakou" and subsequently continued his specialization in Otolaryngology at the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas". He holds a Master's Degree in "Diseases of the Nose, Skull Base, and Facial Region" from the University of Patras. Following successful examinations, he holds the European Diploma in Otolaryngology (Fellow of the European Board of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery). Simultaneously, he works as an Otolaryngology Consultant at the General Hospital of Piraeus "Tzaneio," managing a wide range of cases and performing a large number of simple and complex surgeries across the entire spectrum of Otolaryngology. He collaborates as an external associate with ORL Athens Clinic and the Bioclinic of Athens.

Dr. Papagianni Eleni is an ENT Surgeon – Otolaryngologist, MD, MSc, maintaining private practices in Larissa and Athens (Kifisia). She graduated with honors from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and holds a Master's degree in "Surgical Anatomy." She specialized in otolaryngology – head and neck surgery at the ENT Clinic of the Pammakaristos Hospital in Athens, the ‘Kliniken Maria Hilf GmbH’ hospital in Moenchengladbach, Germany, and the ‘417 N.I.M.T.S’ Hospital in Athens. The fully equipped and modern facilities of her clinic provide the capability for comprehensive otolaryngological examinations, including audiograms, tympanograms, acoustic reflex testing, otoacoustic emissions, video endoscopy of the nose, pharynx, and larynx with contemporary recording, and otomicroscopy using a surgical microscope. Surgically, she covers a broad range of interventions in the nasal and paranasal sinus areas (rhinoplasty, functional nasal septum surgery, turbinate reduction, FESS), the nasopharynx (adenoidectomy), as well as surgical procedures in the oropharynx (tonsillectomy, pharyngo-uvuloplasty) and larynx (microlaryngoscopy, excisions, and biopsies of benign and malignant lesions using laser technology). In the specialized field of audiology, neurotology, and otosurgery, she performs medical procedures such as vertigo evaluation, balance assessment, canalith repositioning maneuvers, intratympanic injections, and minor surgical interventions.

Stefanakis Ioannis is an Otolaryngologist Surgeon specializing in adults and children, maintaining a private practice in Cholargos. He graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He has been trained in pediatric Otolaryngology at the ENT clinic of the "Agia Sofia" Children's Hospital and in adult Otolaryngology at the ENT clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Georgios Gennimatas," where he remained after completing his specialty as a scientific collaborator to complete the research component of his doctoral thesis focused on endoscopic surgery of the middle nasal meatus. Previously, he served as a Second Registrar in the National Health System (ESY) and currently collaborates with the Metropolitan General Hospital, where he is the Scientific Director of the ENT department. He has over 30 years of clinical experience as a specialist ENT physician and has successfully performed numerous surgical procedures across the full spectrum of otolaryngology. Additionally, he has contributed papers to National and International ENT conferences and has attended most of the advanced training seminars related to his specialty.

Gkotsis Antonios is a Military Physician, Otolaryngology Surgeon, and maintains his private clinic in Gkyzi. He holds a medical degree from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and is a graduate of the Military School of Officer Corps (SSAS). He specialized in Otolaryngology at the 251 General Air Force Hospital as well as in the Otolaryngology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas." He underwent further training in "Rhinology-Endoscopic Sinus Surgery" at the 2nd Otolaryngology University Clinic of the University General Hospital "Attikon," and within the framework of this specialization, he attended the 13th International Training Course on Endoscopic and Microscopic Sinus Surgery, Campus Marburg, Dept. of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery in Marburg, Germany, as well as the 51st Graz Course on FESS / Rhinosurgery and Basics of Septo-Rhinoplasty in Graz, Austria. He holds a Master of Science degree in Audiology - Neurotology from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Since 2015, he has been working as an Attending Physician at the Otolaryngology Clinic of the 251 General Air Force Hospital with extensive surgical and clinical experience. He has participated in numerous Air Force missions within the framework of Social Medicine as well as in missions abroad. In his private clinic, he manages a wide variety of cases, combining his thorough scientific knowledge with many years of clinical experience and professionalism.

Mr. Grigoriadis Georgios is an ENT surgeon specializing in head and neck surgery, with expertise in rhinology and rhinoplasty, trained in Frankfurt, Germany, and Doctor of Medicine from the University of Ioannina Medical School. With many years of experience, he manages the full spectrum of otorhinolaryngological disorders with both conservative and surgical treatment approaches. He is the Assistant Director of the Second ENT Clinic at Metropolitan General Hospital.

Dr. Pantos Paulos is an Otolaryngologist and Head and Neck Surgeon, maintaining his private practice in Kifisia. He graduated from the Athens College and subsequently obtained his degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He completed his Otolaryngology residency at the 1st University Otolaryngology Clinic of the General Hospital "Hippocratio" and received his specialty certification from the European Society of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery. He works as a Second Consultant at the Otolaryngology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Elpis." He has performed numerous surgical procedures covering the entire scope of the specialty in both adult and pediatric patients. He has specialized experience in Endoscopic Surgery of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses as well as in Head and Neck Oncology. He has contributed to the authorship of publications in Greek and international journals and has prepared lectures and presentations for Greek and international conferences.

Nasiopoulou Theodora is an ENT specialist and maintains a private practice in Chalandri. She holds a Master's degree in Audiology-Neuro-otology, is a PhD candidate at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and holds the European Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology, Diploma of European Board of Otorhinolaryngology. She has amassed extensive professional experience, having worked in the ENT Clinics of Mitera Hospital, Iaso Children’s Hospital, Iaso General Hospital, the Biomedical Clinic, and the General Hospital of Athens "Hippocrates." In her private practice, she manages cases of vertigo, dizziness, and tinnitus, performs endoscopies of the nose, pharynx, and larynx, while also specializing in pediatric otorhinolaryngology.

Silvestros Mpoukouvalas is an Otorhinolaryngologist, scientific collaborator at METROPOLITAN HOSPITAL, and maintains a private practice in Kallithea. He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Craiova in Romania. He worked as a General Surgery Resident at the University Surgical Department (Endocrine Glands) at Hippokration Hospital of Athens and as a Scientific Collaborator at the General Clinic Taxiarchai. Furthermore, he served as an Otorhinolaryngology Resident at the General Hospital Asklipieio Voulas and as an Otorhinolaryngologist in the Neuro-otology - Nasal Surgery Department of the same hospital. In his practice, he manages cases covering the entire spectrum of otorhinolaryngology. Notably, he specializes in allergology, endoscopic nasal and paranasal sinus surgery, functional rhinoplasty, as well as otology and audiology.

Kalafatis Matthaios Antonis is an Otolaryngologist who operates his private practice in Metamorfosi. He studied at the Medical School of the University of Athens and obtained specialties in General Surgery as well as Otolaryngology at Evangelismos Hospital, where he specialized in a broader field of rhinoplasty. His experience was gained through the management of 3,000 cases. The physician participates annually in international and European conferences of the EAFPS and in corresponding surgical courses concerning specialized techniques. In his private practice, he treats a wide range of cases by leveraging his scientific expertise and extensive experience, while placing great importance on the doctor-patient relationship and communication.

Dr. Papadopoulou Elina is an Otolaryngologist who maintains a private practice in Koropi. She holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in the Otolaryngology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Elpis." The physician runs a modern and fully equipped private Otolaryngology clinic and is engaged in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, and throat disorders in both children and adults. She has participated with lectures, free communications, and e-posters in Greek and international conferences and symposiums. The doctor has numerous publications in Greek and international otolaryngology journals and has contributed to translations of medical texts and books from the English language. She is also a member of the Athens Medical Association. Located just a few meters from the central square of Koropi, the clinic has been fully renovated and offers a minimalist and modern aesthetic aimed at making visitors feel comfortable during their stay. The examination room features ergonomic design and state-of-the-art medical equipment to seamlessly perform the necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The clinic operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Mpousi Vasiliki, MD, MSc, is an Otolaryngologist who maintains a private practice in the Paiania area. Additionally, she is a consultant at the Otolaryngology – Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic of Metropolitan General and an affiliated physician at IASO Clinic. She holds a Medical Degree from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) and a Master's Degree in "Clinical & Industrial Pharmacology" from the same university. She completed her specialty training in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at the 1st University Otolaryngology Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) at the General Hospital of Athens "Hippocratio." Finally, she actively ensures staying updated with advances in her field by participating in Medical Conferences and Courses.

Solomos Panagiotis is an Otolaryngologist Surgeon who maintains his private practice in Peristeri. He holds a medical degree from the University of Patras and a postgraduate degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and the University of Patras. The doctor specialized in Pediatric Otolaryngology at the Aglaia Kyriakou Children's Hospital and in adult Otolaryngology at Attikon University General Hospital, respectively. He manages a wide range of cases within the full spectrum of his specialty, with a primary focus on endoscopic surgeries of the nose and paranasal sinuses, always prioritizing the best possible care tailored to the individual needs of each patient he treats.

Dr. Ioannis Kotrotsos is an Otolaryngologist (ENT Surgeon) specializing in Phoniatrics and Pediatric Audiology, having acquired significant clinical experience and training in Germany. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the University of Athens and holds a PhD degree from the University of Freiburg with the distinction “cum laude.”

A distinctive part of his training was his specialization at the University of Würzburg, where he deepened his expertise in voice disorders as well as audiological and speech disorders in children. In Germany, Phoniatrics and Pediatric Audiology are recognized subspecialties of ENT, which provides him with an additional level of expertise compared to the Greek standards.

He has worked in university and specialized clinics, and currently practices privately, examining a large number of patients with voice disorders, including professional voice users and artists. In his practice, he utilizes state-of-the-art equipment for accurate diagnosis and monitoring of conditions.

Simultaneously, he has significant experience in the assessment and management of pediatric cases, particularly in hearing and speech problems, based on the standards of modern European medicine.

His goal is to provide high-level, personalized care with an emphasis on scientific accuracy and a compassionate approach.

Maroudias Nikolaos MD, PhD is a former Chief Surgeon Otolaryngologist and maintains a private practice within YGEIA Hospital on the 3rd floor. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with further training at UCL University of London in Endoscopic Nasal and Paranasal Sinus Surgery, Rhinoplasty, and Otologic Surgery. He holds a distinguished PhD from the University of Crete in Audiology - Neurotology and has international participation in multiple conferences, seminars, and hands-on workshops at hospitals worldwide. He has 35 years of extensive experience in the entire spectrum of current Otolaryngology and has performed over 12,000 surgical procedures. His private practice offers a wide range of services and treats numerous conditions such as otitis, allergic rhinitis, septal deviation, rhinoplasty, nasal polyps, vocal cord and laryngeal disorders, vertigo, sudden hearing loss, and tinnitus. He has significant expertise in the bloodless tonsillectomy method using the D&A ultrasonic system in patients with tonsillar hypertrophy, halitosis, and chronic tonsillitis. He is specialized in aesthetic rhinoplasty and otoplasty. Additionally, he addresses lacrimal duct obstruction with Endoscopic Dacryocystorhinostomy. Lastly, he serves as a Disciplinary Officer of the Athens Medical Association and is a member of the Otolaryngology Specialty Examination Committee.

Pappa Persefoni is an Otolaryngologist who maintains private practices in Kypseli and Chalandri. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in the Otolaryngology Clinic of the General Thoracic Diseases Hospital "Sotiria" from 2003 to 2008, when she obtained her Otolaryngology specialty certification from the Athens Prefecture. To date, she is a permanent Associate Physician at the private hospital "Hygeia". Additionally, Dr. Pappa has numerous presentations at conferences in her field and is a member of the Hellenic Rhinologic Society, the European Rhinologic Society, and the Athens Medical Association.