Hon. Prof. Dr. med. Alexandra Papadopoulou
Chief of the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition of the First Department of Pediatrics of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.
Greece
Areas of expertise
- Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (Crohn's disease and Ulcerative Colitis).
- Food allergies with gastrointestinal manifestations.
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Sclerosing cholangitis.
- Functional gastrointestinal disorders such as functional abdominal pain.
- GERD.
- Chronic constipation.
- Short bowel syndrome.
- Congenital diarrheal syndromes.
- Celiac disease.
- H. pylori infection.
- Chronic or recurrent pancreatitis.
- Cholelithiasis.
- Esophageal achalasia.
- Autoimmune enteropathies.
- Upper and lower GI bleeding.
- Hirschsprung's disease.
- Clinical Nutrition, nutrition support of undernourished patients with chronic diseases or disabled patients with cerebral palsy.
About the expert
Dr. Alexandra Papadopoulou is a distinguished Pediatric Gastroenterologist renowned for her contributions to the field. After graduating with honors from St Petersburg Pediatric Medical University, she pursued specialized training in Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology, including a fellowship at the Institute of Child Health, University of Birmingham, culminating in an MD thesis on "Gastrointestinal and Nutritional Consequences of Bone Marrow Transplantation in Children." Serving as Chief of the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, she excels in treating complex pediatric gastrointestinal disorders and has authored over 100 publications and delivered more than 300 lectures globally. A founding member of the Hellenic Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition (HELSPGHAN), she is dedicated to advancing medical education and fostering international collaboration, exemplified through her leadership roles within ESPGHAN and her efforts in securing recognition for pediatric subspecialties in Greece. Dr. Papadopoulou's unwavering commitment to patient care, research, and education underscores her profound impact on pediatric gastroenterology.
Dr. Alexandra Papadopoulou is a highly respected Pediatric Gastroenterologist known for her significant contributions to the field. She completed her medical education at St Petersburg Pediatric Medical University, graduating Summa Cum Laude, before embarking on residency and fellowship training in Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology, respectively. Her pursuit of advanced training included a fellowship at the Institute of Child Health, University of Birmingham, culminating in an MD thesis on "Gastrointestinal and Nutritional Consequences of Bone Marrow Transplantation in Children".
With expertise in Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Dr. Papadopoulou's clinical practice focuses on complex conditions such as Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, food allergies with gastrointestinal manifestations, and functional gastrointestinal disorders. Her fluency in Greek, English, and Russian facilitates effective communication with diverse patient populations. She serves as Chief of the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, demonstrating her leadership in the field.
Dr. Papadopoulou's impact extends beyond clinical practice. She has authored over 100 publications in peer-reviewed journals and delivered more than 300 invited lectures globally, earning over 8,000 citations. Her research has been recognized with numerous awards, including the First Award of Nutrition from the Greek Pediatric Association and the First Horemion Award from the 44th Annual Congress of the Greek Pediatric Association. She is also a founding member of the Hellenic Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition (HELSPGHAN).
In addition to her academic and clinical roles, Dr. Papadopoulou is deeply engaged in medical education and professional development. She has organized prestigious events such as the ESPGHAN Nutrition Summer School and the ESPGHAN Gastroenterology Summer School, fostering international collaboration and knowledge exchange among pediatric gastroenterologists. Her leadership within ESPGHAN includes serving as Chair of the ESPGHAN Working Group on Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Diseases and contributing to the development of European Guidelines on various gastrointestinal disorders.
Dr. Alexandra Papadopoulou's commitment to advancing pediatric gastroenterology is further demonstrated through her involvement in national committees and societies. She played a pivotal role in securing recognition for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition as a pediatric subspecialty in Greece. Her dedication to excellence in patient care, research, and education continues to shape the landscape of pediatric gastroenterology, inspiring colleagues and future generations of medical professionals alike.
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