Cardiologists including treatment for children under 12 years near Gerakas

Astrinakis Stylianos is a Cardiologist with a private practice in Peristeri. He holds a degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Pathology at the Pathology Clinic of the General Hospital of Rethymno, in Cardiology at the Cardiology Clinic of the General Hospital of Rethymno, and in Clinical Cardiology at the Cardiology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Elpis". He received further training in Lipidology from the Hellenic Atherosclerosis Society and in Advanced Ultrasonographic Techniques at the General State Hospital of Nikaia "Agios Panteleimon". Additionally, he trained at the Pediatric Cardiology Department of the Athens Children's General Hospital "P. & A. Kyriakou" and at the Antihypertensive Clinic and Hemodynamic Laboratory of the 1st Cardiology Clinic of the University of Athens at the General Hospital of Athens "Hippocratio". He is affiliated with Mitera Hospital, Iatriko Peristeriou, and the "Doctors Hospital" Clinic, and serves as an external scientific collaborator at the 1st Cardiology Clinic of "Errikos Dynan" Hospital. Finally, the physician is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Cardiological Society, and the Hellenic Atherosclerosis Society.

Ο Κάββουρας Χαράλαμπος M.D, Msc, PhD, FSCAI είναι Επεμβατικός Καρδιολόγος- Παιδοκαρδιολόγος εξειδικευθείς στην Παιδοκαρδιολογία και στις Συγγενείς Καρδιοπάθειες Ενηλίκων-Παίδων στο Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospital του Ηνωμένου Βασιλείου καθώς και στην Επεμβατική Καρδιολογία στο University Hospital Toronto, Peter Munk Cardiac Center στον Καναδά. Διατηρεί το ιδιωτικό του ιατρείο στο Κολωνάκι. Ο ιατρός αποφοίτησε από το πανεπιστήμιο του PECS στην Ουγγαρία, είναι κάτοχος MSc Kαρδιακή Aνεπάρκεια από το Imperial College και Διδάκτωρ του Πανεπιστήμιου Αθηνών με θέμα σχετικό με την Επεμβατική Καρδιολογία και τις Συγγενείς Καρδιοπάθειες. Ολοκλήρωσε την ειδικότητα της Καρδιολογίας στο Β΄ Καρδιολογικό τμήμα του νοσοκομείου Ευαγγελισμός. Ακολούθως υπήρξε εκπαιδευόμενος στην Επεμβατική Καρδιολογία στο Αιμοδυναμικό εργαστήριο του ίδιου νοσοκομείου. Εν συνεχεία και με υποτροφία της Ελληνικής Καρδιολογικής Εταιρίας, ξεκίνησε την εκπαίδευση του στις Συγγενείς καρδιοπάθειες και στην Πνευμονική Υπέρταση Ενηλίκων και Παίδων αρχικά στο Πανεπιστημιακό νοσοκομείο του MANCHESTER και κατόπιν στο ROYAL BROMPTON HOSPITAL. Αμέσως μετά και επι διετία συνέχισε την εκπαίδευση του στο ROYAL BROMPTON HOSPITAL στο Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο στις Συγγενείς καρδιόπαθειες και την πνευμονική υπέρταση ενώ εξειδικεύτηκε περαιτέρω και στην Υπερηχογραφία των συγγενών καρδιοπαθειών και στην Δυναμική υπερηχογραφία (Stress echo). Κατά την εκπαίδευση του στις συγγενείς καρδιόπαθειες πραγματοποίησε πάνω από 1500 υπερηχογραφήματα καρδιάς σε ασθενείς με συγγενή καρδιοπάθεια και πνευμονική υπέρταση ενώ έκανε περισσότερους από 200 δεξιούς καθετηριασμούς σε ασθενείς με πνευμονική υπέρταση. Κατοπιν εκπαιδεύτηκε στην επεμβατική καρδιολογία στο Πανεπιστημιακό νοσοκομείο του Τορόντο (Peter Munk Cardiac Center) όπου πραγματοποίησε πάνω από 1000 στεφανιογραφίες και 300 αγγειοιοπλαστικές. Ο ιατρός διετέλεσε Επιμελητής στο τμήμα συγγενών καρδιοπαθειών στο Πανεπιστημιακό Νοσοκομείο του Liverpool ενώ τα τελευταία χρόνια διατελεί Επιμελητής στο Τμήμα Συγγενών Καρδιοπαθειών και Παιδοκαρδιολογίας στο Νοσοκομείο ΜΗΤΕΡΑ κι είναι επιστημονικός Συνεργάτης της Καρδιολογικής Κλινικής του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και του 251 Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Αεροπορίας. Τέλος, έχει στο ενεργητικό του πλήθος Δημοσιεύσεων καθώς και Προφορικών ομιλιών και ανακοινώσεων σε διεθνή καρδιολογικά συνέδρια.

Kapelakis Ioannis is a Cardiologist and Consultant of the Cardiac Ultrasound Department at Hygeia Hospital and maintains a private practice in Chalandri. He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Bologna, Italy "Alma Mater Studiorum". He completed the general cardiology training as a resident with a two-year internship in Pathology at the General Oncology Hospital of Kifisia "Agioi Anargyroi," in the 1st Department of Internal Medicine, and specialized in Cardiology at the 1st Cardiology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos" (four-year specialty training in Cardiology). He has specialized in Advanced Cardiac Ultrasound Techniques (stress echo, transesophageal echocardiography, contrast echocardiography) at the Cardiology Department of the General Hospital of Piraeus "Tzaneio". He holds a PhD from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (1st University Cardiology Clinic - General Hospital of Athens "Hippokration"). Finally, he has worked as a Secondary Consultant Cardiologist at the Mykonos Health Center and as a Secondary Consultant Cardiologist in the Intensive Care Unit of the General Hospital of Elefsina "Thriasio".

Dr Papathanasiou Sotirios is a Cardiologist with a private practice in Kolonaki. He holds a PhD from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with research focusing on atherosclerotic disease and arrhythmias. He has specialized in interventional cardiology and advanced diagnostic imaging ultrasound techniques for cardiovascular pathology, with particular expertise in complex arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation, all valvular heart diseases, and the study of cardiovascular pathology in children. His specific areas of interest include the early diagnosis and management of progressive atherosclerotic disease at all stages, heart failure, as well as pediatric and adult cardiomyopathies. A significant portion of cardiovascular diagnostics is conducted in his cardiology practice – diagnostic laboratory, while more complex diagnostic procedures are performed in collaboration with major medical centers. He collaborates with and serves as the scientific director of departments in leading hospitals in Athens, as well as various diagnostic groups. Additionally, he is a member of the Hellenic Society of Lipidology and Atherosclerosis, the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions, the Hellenic Cardiological Society, and the European Society of Cardiology.

Dragazis Ioannis is a Cardiologist with a private practice in Ilioupoli. He completed his Doctoral Thesis in the Thorax Research Program as Head of the Experimental Surgery Unit at the University Intensive Care Clinical Unit of the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos." He holds a Medical Degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Internal Medicine at the 1st Internal Medicine Clinic of the Regional Oncology Hospital "Agioi Anargyroi" and in Cardiology at the 1st Cardiology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos." He is a Scientific Collaborator in the Cardiology Department of the "Central Medical Park" Polyclinic and a Consultant in the Intensive Care Unit of the General Clinic of Kallithea - "Iasio Therapeutirion." Additionally, he has served as a Cardiologist in the Cardiology Department of the "Lifecheck" Polyclinic and has covered shifts in the Emergency Department of the Psychiko Medical Center. Finally, the doctor is a member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Hellenic Cardiological Society.

Fountas Epameinondas is a Specialist Cardiologist who maintains a private practice in Agia Paraskevi equipped with all modern cardiological devices in a pleasant and warm environment for the patient. In recent years, he has been working as a Consultant in the Cardiology Department of the Euroclinic of Athens. He began his specialization in 2016 at the Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center, where he gained experience in complex and rare cardiological diseases, enabling him to manage any cardiological issue, no matter how complicated it may appear. He has obtained a special certification in transthoracic echocardiography from the European Society of Cardiology and certification in stress echocardiography.

Dr. Papamixail Nikolaos is a Cardiologist with a private practice in Ampelokipi. He holds a medical degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Cardiology at the Cardiology Clinic of the Military Fund Nursing Institution (NIMTS). He is an Associate at the "Athinaion" Clinic and Consultant Cardiologist at the 2nd Cardiology Clinic of the Euroclinic Athens. Additionally, he serves as the Scientific Director of the Cardiology Department at Euromedica Palaio Faliro, Consultant Cardiologist at the Bioclinic Athens, and Scientific Collaborator at the Hypertension Unit of the University Cardiology Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Hippocratio". Furthermore, the doctor has contracts with the Journalists’ Fund EDOEAP and the employees’ fund of the Bank of Greece ATPSYTE. Hospitalization and treatment for all cardiovascular diseases are available in a private clinic with all insurance funds and private insurance coverage. Finally, he actively participates in numerous conferences and seminars in Greece and abroad, presenting at Greek and international conferences and publishing in medical journals.

Dr. Tsagkou Vasiliki is a Cardiologist who maintains a private practice in Galatsi. She holds a medical degree from the School of Health Sciences at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and has specialized in cardiology at the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos." She has extensive professional experience, having worked in major Greek clinics such as Euromedica, Euroclinic Athens, and the Internal Medicine Clinic of the General Prefectural Hospital of Sparta. As part of her continuous education, Dr. Tsagkou attends and participates in a large number of conferences both in Greece and abroad and has contributed to over one hundred papers and publications in Greek and international conferences. With years of experience and scientific knowledge, the cardiologist undertakes the prevention and diagnosis of cardiovascular diseases, utilizing state-of-the-art medical equipment that facilitates patient examination and treatment. Finally, Dr. Tsagkou is a member of the Hellenic Cardiological Society.

Giannoulis Euaggelos is a Cardiologist who maintains a private practice in Agios Dimitrios. He holds a medical degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens with a specialization in Cardiology from the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos." He works as a Consultant Cardiologist in the 2nd Cardiology Department at the Euroclinic of Athens. In his practice, he manages cases spanning the entire spectrum of cardiology, with a specialization in echocardiography as well as stress echocardiography.

Drtoskas Pantelis is a Cardiologist with private practices in Kifisia and Palaio Faliro. He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Athens, specializing in preventive cardiology and cardiac rehabilitation. He completed his specialty training at the First University Cardiology Clinic of Hippocrateio Hospital, gaining experience across the full spectrum of modern cardiology – from emergency care to long-term monitoring of cardiac patients.

As a fellow of the Hellenic Cardiological Foundation and concurrently with the completion of his doctoral thesis, he trained in the United Kingdom (Bexley Cardiac Rehabilitation – Goldie Leigh Hospital), focusing on the prevention of cardiovascular diseases and rehabilitation of patients post-myocardial infarction or cardiac surgery.

He maintains a private practice and responsibly manages all cardiology cases, both preventive and chronic or acute conditions. He provides comprehensive diagnostic testing (cardiac Triplex, Holter monitoring for rhythm and blood pressure, stress testing, preoperative evaluation, etc.) and supportive services based on the principles of precision medicine: genetic testing, stress management, personalized nutrition, and prescribed exercise.

He has participated as an invited speaker at numerous medical conferences and has published scientific articles in reputable international journals, actively contributing to the advancement of contemporary cardiological knowledge.

His goal is to provide high-quality care, grounded in scientific evidence and a compassionate approach – aiming not only for treatment but also for the long-term preservation of cardiovascular health.

Dr. Tzanis Georgios MD, PhD, FESC is an Interventional Cardiologist and the Director of the 4th Cardiology Clinic at Metropolitan General. He specializes in coronary artery disease and valvular heart diseases and maintains a private practice in Dafni. He holds a doctorate and graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, where he also teaches in the postgraduate program "Exercise, Ergospirrometry, and Rehabilitation." He obtained his Cardiology specialty from the "Laiko" University Hospital of Athens. He specialized in interventional cardiology at the "San Raffaele" hospital in Milan, which is among the most renowned centers in Europe and one of the most distinguished worldwide in the field of interventional cardiology. Recently, he was honored with the prestigious title of Cardiologist Representative at the European Society of Cardiology (Interventional Cardiology sector - EAPCI Young Ambassador). He has been awarded major scholarships from highly respected scientific societies in Greece and Europe, including the Hellenic College of Cardiology for postdoctoral research in diabetes mellitus and coronary artery disease, and from the Hellenic Cardiological Society for further training in transcatheter aortic valve replacement. From the European Society of Cardiology (ESC), he received a scholarship in 2017 for specialization in the management of complex coronary artery disease at a world-renowned center. He has published more than 170 scientific papers in highly reputable international scientific journals and has presented at international conferences. Specifically, 70 of his scientific studies have been published in peer-reviewed international journals. Finally, he serves as a reviewer for international scientific journals and has participated as a speaker at numerous international and Greek conferences.

Synodinos Alexandros is a Cardiologist and maintains a private practice in Pedion tou Areos. Concurrently, he serves as a Specialist Cardiologist at the "Mitera" Hospital. He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Ioannina and obtained his medical specialty in Cardiology from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He has worked as a Cardiology Resident at the 1st Cardiology Clinic at "Korgialenio - Benakeio" - "Red Cross" Hospital and as a Scientific Associate at the General Hospital of Athens "Hippocratio," in the Peripheral Vascular Department and the Infectious Diseases Unit. Additionally, he is an instructor for basic life support and automated external defibrillator ERC (BLS/AED) seminars as well as advanced life support ERC (ALS). Finally, the physician has numerous scientific publications to his credit and has received awards for some of them at medical conferences.

Dr. Xatzianesti Fryni Cardiofocus, MD, MSc, is a Specialist Cardiologist at HYGEIA Hospital and maintains a private practice in Kolonaki. She has specialized at the Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center in cardiovascular imaging (stress echo, strain echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiogram) and is clinically and scientifically engaged in heart failure. She holds certification from the Hellenic Cardiological Society in smoking cessation, operating one of the few certified cardiology clinics in this field. She graduated from the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace and holds a master's degree (MSc) from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, specializing in International Medicine - Infectious Diseases and Disaster Medicine. She has an extensive educational and research background, participating in numerous research studies with a focus on heart failure, and also has numerous contributions in conferences with lectures and presentations. 

Papamentzelopoulos Spyridon is a Cardiologist and operates a private practice in Piraeus. He was admitted to the Military Officers School of Corps and is a graduate of the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He initially specialized in Pathology at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens for two years, including nine months in the Intensive Care Unit, and subsequently specialized in Cardiology for four years at the Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center. There, he participated in the management of numerous and complex cardiological cases, while also performing hundreds of diagnostic (stress tests, echocardiograms, Holter monitoring, and others) and interventional procedures (coronary angiographies, angioplasties, cardiac catheterizations, intravenous pacing). Additionally, he has participated in international studies of new transcatheter techniques for treating cardiac valve diseases (TAVI), as well as in the monitoring of patients with heart failure (using left ventricular assist devices [LVAD]) and heart transplantation. At his private practice, he provides specialized solutions tailored to the needs of his patients.

Oikonomidis Nikolaos is a Cardiologist and PhD holder from the Medical School of the University of Athens, with a private practice in Peristeri. Additionally, he serves as a Specialist Cardiologist in the Cardiology Department of Metropolitan Hospital and Cardiologist Consultant at YGEIA Hospital. He specializes in Clinical and Interventional Cardiology, as well as Echocardiography. He manages a wide range of cases, consistently combining his thorough scientific knowledge with many years of experience and professionalism. Furthermore, he continuously pursues education and training in the field of Cardiology, having attended numerous conferences, seminars, and training programs both in Greece and abroad. Finally, his academic publications are noteworthy, including his doctoral thesis entitled "Study of inflammation, tissue, and immunological response in early stages of atheromatosis."

Dr. Koinakis Nikolaos is a Cardiologist for adults and children, maintaining private practices in Kallithea, Glyfada, and Sitia, Crete. He graduated in Biology and Medicine from the University of Crete. He specialized in cardiology at the General Hospital "Asklipieio" of Voula. During his residency, he received training in pediatric cardiology at the General Children’s Hospital "Agia Sofia." He pursued further training in advanced ultrasound techniques (stress echo, transesophageal echocardiography) at the General Hospital of Crete "Venizeleio." The clinic offers electrocardiogram, cardiac triplex, blood pressure Holter monitoring, rhythm Holter monitoring (24 and 48 hours), stress echo, pre-athletic screening, prescription of medications, and referrals for laboratory tests. Home visits are performed (clinical examination, electrocardiogram, cardiac triplex, rhythm Holter, blood pressure Holter) following prior arrangement with the physician. Additionally, the doctor has received certification from the Institute for the Study and Education in Thrombosis and Antithrombotic Therapy and from the Hellenic Society of Lipidology, Atherosclerosis and Vascular Disease.

The doctor examines children over 2 years of age.

Dr Gkonteva Maria is a Specialist Cardiologist - Military Physician with a private practice in Korydallos. She graduated from the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace. She completed a 2-year residency in Internal Medicine at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens, followed by a 4-year cardiology specialty training at the Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center. She has been trained across the full spectrum of cardiology with extensive case experience, actively participating in complex cases of heart failure, transplants, valvular heart diseases, interventional techniques (coronary angiography, angioplasty, TAVI), and imaging techniques (echocardiography, cardiac MRI, scintigraphy). She is also a graduate of the Officers School of Nursing, where she served as a Nursing Officer in clinics at the 401 GMHA, gaining valuable experience in a multidisciplinary patient approach. Additionally, she graduated from the Department of Primary Education of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a master's degree from the Department of Early Childhood Education and Educational Design of the School of Humanities at the University of the Aegean. Her diverse education and experience guide her in providing personalized care and solutions tailored to your needs. Currently, she is an Attending Cardiologist at the Cardiology Clinic of the 401 GMHA and is undergoing further training in the latest cardiac ultrasound techniques (stress echo, contrast echo, transesophageal echocardiography) at the Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center. Furthermore, she is a member of the Special Corps of Physicians of KEPA. She examines adults and children over 6 years old. Lastly, Dr. Gkonteva participates in the National Program for the prevention and management of cardiovascular risks.