Internists in the Southern suburbs of Athens

O Χούπας Παναγιώτης είναι ιατρός με ειδικότητα Εσωτερικής Παθολογίας και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό ιατρείο στην Ηλιούπολη. Τα ενδιαφέροντά του επεκτείνονται σε όλο το κλινικό φάσμα της νοσολογίας, με παράλληλη έμφαση στην πρόληψη. Σπούδασε στην Ιατρική Σχολή Πάτρας, ειδικεύτηκε στο Νοσοκομείο «Κοργιαλένειο-Μπενάκειο» (Ν.Ε.Ε.Σ) και έχει δεκαετίες κλινικής εμπειρίας στο ελεύθερο επάγγελμα. Είναι σύμβουλος ιδιωτικών ασφαλιστικών εταιρειών, τόσο στον τομέα της εκτίμησης κινδύνου, όσο και σε εκείνον των αποζημιώσεων, και μέλος του Ειδικού Σώματος Ιατρών του ΕΦΚΑ με αρμοδιότητες στις υγειονομικές επιτροπές των ΚΕΠΑ (Κέντρων Πιστοποίησης Αναπηρίας). Λόγω της φύσης των επαγγελματικών του αυτών καθηκόντων, αλλά και των γενικότερων επιστημονικών αναζητήσεών του, έχει ασχοληθεί ιδιαίτερα με την ορθή άσκηση της Ιατρικής (Evidence-based Medicine), με την Επιδημιολογία, την Ιστορία και τη Φιλοσοφία της Ιατρικής, τη Βιοηθική και την Ιατρική Δεοντολογία. Είναι απόφοιτος του Προγράμματος Μεταπτυχιακών Σπουδών «Ιστορία, Ηθική και Κοινωνιολογία της Ιατρικής» του Εργαστηρίου Ιστορίας της Ιατρικής και Ιατρικής Ηθικής της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών. Έχει έντονη συγγραφική δραστηριότητα και έχει εκδώσει το βιβλίο «Αόρατοι εχθροί — Λοιμώξεις, επιδημίες & Πανδημίες. Η μεγάλη ιστορία τους μέσα από μικρές ιστορίες». (Εναλλακτικές εκδόσεις, Ιούλιος 2024, ISBN: 978-960-427-253-2). Έχει δεκάδες εργασίες και ανακοινώσεις σε ελληνικά και διεθνή ιατρικά περιοδικά και συνέδρια. Η πλέον πρόσφατη:Clinical Immunology (246) 2023 109218: “Early prediction of COVID-19 outcome using Artificial Intelligence Techniques and only six hematological indices”. Αρθρογραφεί ανελλιπώς σε γραπτό και διαδικτυακό τύπο δημοσιεύοντας ενημερωτικά ιατρικά άρθρα για τον μη ειδικό, και είναι ενεργός στα κοινωνικά δίκτυα όπου αναρτά θέματα σχετικά με τη δημόσια υγεία, την προληπτική ιατρική, και τις συνήθεις νοσολογικές οντότητες. 

Melxer Spyridon is a Pathologist and maintains a private practice in Moschato. He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Palermo and completed his specialty in Pathology at the "P. Giaccone" Polyclinic in Italy. He has served as Consultant at the Internal Medicine Clinic of Euroclinic Athens and has recently been promoted to Deputy Director at the same Clinic. He specializes in the management of Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, and Obesity and is a collaborator of Eurodiet. He also has significant experience in Rheumatology, having been a Clinical Associate at the rheumatology outpatient clinic (Policlinico “P. Giaccone”) in Palermo, Italy. Finally, he is a member of the Hellenic Diabetes Association, the European Association for the Study of Diabetes, the Italian Society of Internal Medicine, and the Piraeus Medical Association.

Ioanna Skrapari MD, PhD is an Internal Medicine Specialist - Diabetologist and maintains a private practice in Argyroupoli. She studied Medicine at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Internal Medicine at the Alexandra General Hospital of Athens. She holds a Doctorate degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens as well as a specialization certificate in Diabetes Mellitus. Currently, after many years of experience, she is a Director at the National Health System (ESY) at the Evangelismos General Hospital of Athens and Head of the Diabetology Clinic in the 3rd Internal Medicine Department of the same hospital. She has participated as a speaker in numerous medical conferences and scientific seminars and has a substantial body of written work with publications in international and Greek scientific journals.

Mylonakis Aleksandros is a Pathologist and maintains a private medical practice in Ilioupoli. He holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He specialized in Internal Medicine at the Attica General Hospital KAT, the Anti-Cancer Hospital of Piraeus "Metaxa," and the General Hospital of Athens "Elpis." Additionally, the doctor has participated in a large number of seminars and conferences to stay updated with advancements in his field and is a member of the Hellenic Society for the Study of Bone Metabolism and the Hellenic Society of Internal Medicine. In his private practice, within a pleasant environment, he provides specialized solutions tailored to the needs of his patients.

Velliou Triantafyllia is a Specialist Internist and maintains a private practice in Vyronas, Attica. She holds a degree from the Medical School of the University of Patras and has worked as a Consultant at the Metropolitan Private Hospital. She has extensive experience in the management of patients with type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Anemia, Infections, etc. Additionally, she is an affiliated physician of EURODIET, where she treats patients seeking weight loss. Furthermore, she offers home visits, serving the areas of Vyronas, Ymittos, Pangrati, Kaisariani, central Athens, Dafni, Ilioupoli, and others.

Eleutheria Mixalopoulou is a Specialist in Pathology - Diabetology and maintains a private clinic in Nea Smyrni. She holds a PhD from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specializes in Diabetology, Hyperlipidemia, and Arterial Hypertension. In her private clinic, she offers a wide range of services tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

Kotronias Konstantinos is a Geriatrician - Gerontologist and maintains a private practice in Ilioupoli. Additionally, he serves as a Scientific Consultant for Nursing Homes. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has specialized in Cardiology, Oncology, and Geriatrics - Gerontology.

Karalis Konstantinos is a Pathologist with a private practice in Ilioupoli. He graduated from the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace and completed his specialty in Pathology at St. Antonius Krankenhaus Hospital in Cologne, as well as at the General University Hospital of Athens "Alexandra." In addition to his private practice, he serves as a Scientific Associate – Attending Physician at the Athens Medical Center in Marousi and is a member of the Athens Medical Association. He provides a wide range of medical services, tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

Papaxatzakis Ioannis is an Intensivist and Internist who maintains a private practice in Glyfada. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the University of Patras, specialized in Internal Medicine with postgraduate studies and is a PhD candidate. He works as a Senior Registrar in the ICU of the Errikos Dynan Hospital Center.

Tsantilas Anastasios is a Pathologist who operates a private practice in Alimos. He holds a Medical Degree from the School of Health Sciences at Democritus University of Thrace and specialized in Pathology at the Hematology Clinic of the General Hospital of Piraeus "Metaxa" and the Therapeutic Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, he received further training in Clinical Nutrition. Furthermore, he has served as a scientific collaborator at the Central Clinic of Athens and the Athens Medical Center in Marousi. Finally, the doctor is a member of the Athens Medical Association.

Dr. Kouveletsou Marina, MD, MSc, PhDc, is a Military Physician, Specialist in Internal Medicine – Diabetology, and maintains a private practice in Kallithea, while also serving as a Consultant at the 251 Air Force General Hospital. She is a PhD candidate at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a Medical Degree from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Medical School and the Military School of Corps Officers (SSAS).

She specialized in Internal Medicine at the 1st University Teaching Internal Medicine Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens “Laiko” and at the 251 Air Force General Hospital. She holds a Master’s Degree (MSc) in “Diabetes Mellitus and Obesity” from the Medical School of the University of Athens with distinction (“Excellent”) and is specialized in diabetes mellitus and its complications at the Diabetology Center of the General Hospital of Athens “Laiko.”

She has completed certified training in Emergency Management (Advanced Life Support – ALS Provider) from the European Resuscitation Council, as well as emergency medicine training programs (Advanced Trauma Life Support – ATLS, Prehospital Trauma Life Support – PHTLS, Basic Life Support – BLS).

In her clinic, she manages cases of diabetes mellitus, obesity, arterial hypertension, elevated cholesterol, lipid disorders, metabolic syndrome, prediabetes, as well as general internal medicine conditions, approaching each patient individually with emphasis on prevention and early diagnosis.

She is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Society of Internal Medicine, the Hellenic Diabetes Association, as well as the Hellenic and European Atherosclerosis Societies. She has an extensive research background with published papers in international medical journals and presentations at Greek and international scientific conferences.

Umedis - The UMEDIS multispecialty clinic was established with the aim of providing high-level medical services based on the needs of patients. Innovative design, excellent patient care, and effective use of technology are some of our core principles.

- Diagnosis, monitoring, and management of all chronic diseases (diabetes mellitus, arterial hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, metabolic syndrome, etc.)

- Diagnosis and treatment of infections (respiratory, urinary, gastrointestinal)

- Management of acute cases

- Preventive screening

- Home medical visits

- Medical evaluations – Health certificates

- Prescription services

Koulis Fragkiskos - Theodoros is a specialist in Internal Medicine and maintains a private practice in Glyfada. He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Ioannina and completed his specialty in Internal Medicine at the Infectious Diseases Clinic of the General Chest Diseases Hospital of Athens "Sotiria." Additionally, he was trained at the Diabetes Center of the General Hospital of Athens "Red Cross" and at the Hypertension – Lipid Center of the General Hospital "Asklipieio Voula," gaining extensive experience in managing patients with Diabetes Mellitus, Arterial Hypertension, and Dyslipidemia. He has completed Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) seminars certified by the European Resuscitation Council (ERC). He has multiple participations and presentations at Diabetes and Infectious Diseases conferences and has attended numerous seminars related to Arterial Hypertension. Finally, he holds a Master's degree in "Health Units Administration – MSc HealthCare Systems Administration."

Elena Petsiou MD, PhD is an Internist - Diabetologist and maintains a private practice in Nea Smyrni. She holds a doctoral degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has a medical degree from the University of L’Aquila in Italy. She specialized in Diabetes Mellitus at the University General Hospital "Attikon." Alongside her private practice, she is the Director of the Internal Medicine Clinic at Metropolitan Hospital and has served as Deputy Director at the "Errikos Dynan" Hospital Center. She has also worked as an Internist - Diabetologist at Queens Hospital and Blackpool Teaching Hospital in England, gaining significant experience in arterial hypertension, dyslipidemia, with a specialization in diabetes mellitus and obesity. Finally, Dr. Petsiou is a member of the Hellenic Diabetes Association, the Hellenic Society of Internal Medicine, and the Athens Medical Association.

Tsimpos Ioannis is a Pathologist with a private practice in Ilioupoli. He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Patras and specialized in Pathology at the University General Hospital "Attikon" and the 251 Air Force General Hospital. In addition to his private practice, he is affiliated with Mediterraneo Hospital and the Athens Bioclinic. He has extensive experience in infectious diseases, arterial hypertension, hyperlipidemia, cardiovascular disease prevention, and abdominal disorders. He is also a member of the Athens Medical Association and continuously updates his knowledge in pathology through ongoing participation in seminars and conferences.

Katsianos Dimitrios is an Internist - Infectious Disease Specialist with a private practice, the Katsianos Athens Medical Center, located in Ilioupoli. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He specialized in Internal Medicine through an official residency position at King’s College Hospital in London, followed by the 1st Internal Medicine Clinic of the Hellenic Red Cross Hospital. He has worked as a Consultant Internist at Kingston Hospital and Northwick Park Hospital in London. He advanced his specialization in Infectious Diseases at the 1st Internal Medicine Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko," and subsequently served as Consultant of the 1st Internal Medicine - Infectious Diseases Clinic at "Hygeia" Hospital. He currently serves as the Attending Internist - Infectious Disease Specialist at Hygeia Hospital, Mitera Hospital, Athens Medical Center, and the Medical Center of Palaio Faliro. Additionally, he is the Scientific Director of infections for the "Nephroiatriki" Group, overseeing four chronic hemodialysis units. He stays current by attending conferences and participating in scientific activities within his specialty, contributes to the education of social organizations on infection prevention and management, publishes research, maintains scientific collaborations with the medical community in the United Kingdom, and is a member of the Hellenic Society of Chemotherapy, the Hellenic Mycological Society, the Athens Medical Association, and the General Medical Council of the United Kingdom.

Dr. Katsakoulas Ioannis, MD, MSc, is a Pathologist and maintains a private practice in Moschato. He is a graduate of the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized at the University Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko." He underwent further training in Diabetes Mellitus at the 1st Propedeutic Clinic of the University of Athens and holds postgraduate degrees in both Health Services Organization and Management as well as in Emergency Care Management. Dr. Katsakoulas has worked as a Registrar Physician in the National Health System at Laiko General Hospital of Athens and at the General Hospital of Amfissa. Furthermore, he has participated in numerous scientific medical studies and has contributed to the authorship of scientific articles.