My current role
I am a highly experienced Consultant Surgeon with a robust background in General Surgery, Emergency Surgery, Trauma, and Upper Gastrointestinal (UGI) Surgery. Currently, I hold a prestigious position at Addenbrooke’s CUH NHS Foundation Trust, where I serve as Consultant Surgeon.
Previous history
I earned my Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS Equivalent) from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece, followed by my graduation as a Second Lieutenant from the Military School of Combat Support Officers in Thessaloniki, Greece. My training in General Surgery was completed at Evangelismos Hospital in Athens.
I have been awarded a Doctorate in Medicine from the Medical School of Athens University, with my research focusing on the excretion levels of adipose tissue hormones and cytokines in morbidly obese patients. Additionally, I hold a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education (PGCert) from the University of Cambridge.
Since 2017, I have been serving as a Consultant Surgeon specialising in Emergency General Surgery, Trauma, and UGI. In this role, I provide expert surgical care, serve within the Surgical Assessment Unit, and I am JAG accredited in upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. Prior to this, I dedicated 28 years of service to the Greek Army (as Consultant since 2004), where I retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in 2016.
Throughout my career, I have been honoured with several prestigious fellowships. I am a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS), and a Fellow of the European Board of Surgery (FEBS). I am also an Associate Member of the ACS Academy of Master Surgeon Educators (MAMSE) as well as a Member of the Faculty of Surgical Trainers of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MFSTEd).
My leadership and management experience are extensive, having held roles such as Clinical Director, Education Director, Department Head, and Army Commander in a battlefield zone hospital.
I have a strong academic record, with extensive publications in peer-reviewed journals, books, and book chapters. I have delivered numerous presentations at scientific conferences and hold positions as an Associate Editor, Editorial Board Member, and Reviewer. My research experience includes initiating and collaborating on numerous national and international projects and audits.
Undergraduate and postgraduate education, as well as teaching, are among my greatest passions. I have extensive experience as a clinical and educational supervisor, director, tutor, and faculty member in various training courses. Over the years, I have organised and conducted workshops on advanced surgical skills, management of critically ill surgical patients, and cadaveric thoracotomy and laparotomy courses.
I have received 22 awards and medals for my clinical, teaching and research work as well as for my participation in peacekeeping missions.