Metropolitan General's Gastroenterology-Hepatology Clinic is dedicated to the assessment and management of disorders affecting the Gastrointestinal System.
The Clinic's doctors undergo extensive scientific training and are highly knowledgeable in a wide range of scientific disciplines. They prioritize continuous education throughout their careers, staying updated with the latest diagnostic and treatment guidelines.
Our primary focus is to deliver top-notch medical services using state-of-the-art, high-definition endoscopy equipment at the Metropolitan General's Department of Endoscopy. Our goal is to perform endoscopies painlessly and safely, with the support of an anesthesiologist, ensuring a comfortable experience for all our patients. Our services include:
- Upper and lower GI diagnostic endoscopies, including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and orthosigmoidoscopy.
- Upper and lower GI polypectomies.
- Monitoring of precancerous stomach lesions (intestinal metaplasia, atrophy)
- Monitoring of Barrett's esophagus
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
- Management of upper and lower GI bleeding
- Esophageal variceal banding
- Management of GI strictures via dilation or stenting
- PillCam capsule endoscopy
- Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) with the possibility of obtaining biopsy material (fine needle aspiration [EUS-FNA] and fine needle biopsy [EUS-FNB])
The Hospital's Emergency Department (ED) ensures 24-hour coverage, allowing prompt attention to patients in need of urgent medical and hospital care.
At the same time, our Hospital's One Day Clinic offers scheduled treatments with the minimal burden possible to patients.
The Clinic is situated in a modern facility, conveniently located across from the main entrance of the hospital where it runs the following Clinics:
- Functional GI Disorders Clinic
- Celiac Disease Clinic
- Hepatology Clinic (including viral hepatites)
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease Clinic (idiopathic inflammatory bowel diseases, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis)
- Management of GI issues in Pregnancy Clinic
To enhance our approach and provide comprehensive care, our Clinic maintains a strong network of colleagues in various specialties. This collaborative approach, along with our dedicated nursing service, ensures that both patients and their families receive the best possible care tailored to their individual needs.
Staff
Chief:
Nikolaos Zabiadakis, Gastroenterologist
Assistant:
Charalampos Zlatinoudis, Gastroenterologist
Associate:
Thomas Vlachos, Gastroenterologist
Contact number: (+30) 211 9904347
