Best Doctors in Greece — TOP 29

Dr. Nikolaos Dervenis is an ophthalmic surgeon who has performed over 4,000 cataract surgeries. He specializes in LASIK, premium IOL replacement, and vitrectomy at his clinic in Thessaloniki. Dr. Dervenis earned over 20,000 citations for his research in international peer-reviewed journals. This high citation count reflects his significant influence on modern eye surgery techniques.

• Completed a specialized cataract fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital in the UK.
• Served as a consultant ophthalmic surgeon in the UK’s National Health System.
• Accepts complex referrals for only-eye patients and brunescent cataracts.
• Member of the European Society of Retina Specialists and FEBO certified.

Dr. Ioannis Douliotis is a fertility specialist and gynecologist at Babydust Clinic in Athens. He is a Member of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (MRCOG). Dr. Douliotis focuses on personalized fertility treatments for international patients. He performs procedures like IVF and minimal access surgery.

• Completed subspecialist training in fertility and assisted conception.
• Treats reproductive conditions including endometriosis and polycystic ovaries.
• Manages pregnancy follow-up and performs Cesarean sections and hysterectomies.
• Works at an ISO 9001 certified center with a dedicated fertility department.

Dr. Paganos Apostolos has performed 2,500+ hair transplant procedures at Seneca Hair Restoration. He is a plastic surgeon who helped develop the direct FUE process. This technique improves graft placement accuracy and creates a natural appearance.

• Specializes in FUE hair transplantation and facial hair restoration.
• Treats patients at Seneca Thessaloniki, winner of the IMTJ Hair Clinic of the Year.
• Focuses on precision-based techniques for eyebrow and beard reconstruction.
• Works at a clinic that has treated over 43,000 patients for hair loss.

The doctor is an experienced Obstetrician-Gynaecologist with over three years of training at hospitals in the United Kingdom and Belgium. Specializing in women's health, the doctor currently practices at the Interbalkan European Medical Center and is affiliated with the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.

Dr Theodoros Piperos, MD, is a General Surgeon at IASYS Clinic in Vyronas, Athens. He has over 10 years of clinical experience. He completed his specialty training in General Surgery in 2014 at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

He performs the full range of general surgical procedures. His expertise includes laparoscopic surgery, hernia repair, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, and breast, thyroid, and colorectal surgery. He also provides surgical management for obstetric and gynecological cases. He is a lecturer in the postgraduate Applied Neuroanatomy programme at the University of Athens. Languages: Greek, English.

Dr. Ioannis Serafetinidis is a Gastroenterologist–Endoscopist at the IASYS Clinic Outpatient Department in Vyronas, Athens. He provides diagnosis and endoscopic treatment for digestive disorders to local and international patients.

He holds a Medical Degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He completed his residency and specialization in the United States and pursued advanced postgraduate training there. This training included work in major clinical centers.

Expertise: gastroscopy, colonoscopy, diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, GERD, inflammatory bowel disease, colorectal cancer screening, and peptic ulcer disease. He is highly rated by patients on multiple online platforms. Languages: Greek, English.

Ilias Tsoutsos, M.D., is a nephrologist and Director of the Dialysis Unit at IASYS Clinic. He completed postgraduate training at “Laiko” General Hospital of Athens. His training covered the full field of nephrology. He focused on chronic kidney disease, hemodialysis, and care of patients with end‑stage renal disease. He served for four years as a Registrar (Attending, Grade B) in the Nephrology Department of the General Hospital of Lamia.

He leads the IASYS Dialysis Unit in Vyronas, Athens. The unit provides hemodialysis and hemodiafiltration using Gambro technology. Care follows strict protocols with cardiology monitoring. A nursing team trained in nephrology supports all sessions. As part of Pan Health Group, he coordinates care for international visitors through the Dialysis Travel Program.

Dr. Athanasios Tsampas is an orthopedic surgeon and Director of the Orthopedic Department at IASYS Clinic in Vyronas, Athens. He has extensive experience in surgical and non-surgical care of musculoskeletal conditions.

Expertise: hip and knee arthroplasty; knee arthroscopy (ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair); surgical care of sports injuries and fractures; treatment of disc herniation; care for scoliosis and kyphosis; management of cervical syndrome and epicondylitis; osteoporosis care.

He leads the department and takes part in IASYS’s Free Afternoon Surgery Program. This program offers accessible surgical care in Athens and Attica. He works in a fully equipped hospital with advanced imaging, anesthesia, and post-operative care. He also sees private patients in Petroupoli. Languages: Greek, English.

Dr. Sotirios Papathanasiou, MD, PhD, is an interventional cardiologist and arrhythmologist with over 20 years of experience. He is certified in interventional cardiology by EAPCI and the ESC. His expertise includes coronary artery disease, cardiac arrhythmias (including atrial fibrillation), heart failure, valvular disease, and congenital heart disease. He performs coronary angiography, angioplasty, and pacemaker implantation.

Education: Medical degree from the University of Ioannina School of Medicine. PhD from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (1999–2005). Postgraduate degree in interventional cardiology from the University of Athens. Training: Hippokrateion Hospital (University Cardiology Department), Alexandra Hospital, Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center, and Attikon Hospital. Affiliations: European Society of Cardiology (ESC), EAPCI, Hellenic Cardiological Society, and Hellenic Society of Lipidology and Atherosclerosis.

Languages: Greek and English.

Dr. Nikolaos Papadopoulos, MD, PhD, is an internist with expertise in hepatology and over 25 years of hospital practice. He is the Director of the Internal Medicine Department at IASYS Clinic. He supervises inpatient care, promotes patient safety, and coordinates comprehensive management, including surgical and other complex cases.

He graduated from the Medical School of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (SSAS). He completed his specialty training in Internal Medicine at Sotiria General Hospital and trained in clinical hepatology at Hippokration. He earned a PhD from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He led the 2nd Department of Internal Medicine at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens (401 GMHA) and has served at both 401 GMHA and NIMTS. He has numerous publications in international journals and is an active conference participant.

Dr. Melina Nasta is an ENT surgeon. She specializes in general otorhinolaryngology and facial plastic surgery.

She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She completed further training in functional and reconstructive rhinoplasty in Greece and abroad.

She has extensive experience in surgical procedures and in aesthetic and reconstructive facial treatments. She actively participates in international congresses and educational programs. This supports her continuous development and the use of modern surgical techniques.

Dr. Stavros Lappas, M.D., is the Director of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at IASYS Clinic. He is a Pulmonologist–Intensivist with extensive experience in critical care and in treating critically ill patients at major hospitals in Athens.

He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Athens and completed specialized training in Intensive Care Medicine. He has served as Scientific Director and ICU Attending Physician. He also contributes to educational programs and scientific activities.

Ioannis Kakaidis, M.D., is an obstetrician-gynecologist and endoscopic surgeon. He is the Director of the Gynecology Department at IASYS Clinic.

He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He completed his specialty training at the University Clinic of Alexandra General Hospital. He then trained in endoscopic surgery at the Royal Free Hospital, UCL, in the Minimally Invasive Therapy Unit and the Endoscopy Training Centre.

He takes part in national and international scientific conferences, seminars, and workshops. His work focuses on minimally invasive techniques and personalized patient care.

Dr. Aristeidis Stavroulopoulos is a Consultant Nephrologist. He is Director of the Athens Nephrology Institute (Nephroexpert) and of Pan Health Group. He graduated as valedictorian from the University of Crete Medical School. He has extensive experience in Greece and abroad.

He worked in the Renal and Transplant Department at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (Consultant/Specialist Registrar level). He also served as a Nephrologist at Guy’s Hospital, King’s College London. He serves as an evaluator for European Union health program funding committees in Brussels.

He collaborates with Bionephros, NEKAD, and NEKAS chronic hemodialysis units, as well as the Iasys Clinic in Athens. He uses lung ultrasound to assess fluid status. He has publications and presentations in Greece and abroad. He is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Society of Nephrology (former Treasurer), the European Renal Association, and the International Osteoporosis Foundation. He volunteers at the Municipal Clinics of Kallithea.