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Dr. Thanos Kontogiannis

Professional Experience

  • He served as Director of Plastic Surgery at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens and at NIMTS.
  • He has extensive experience in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery.
  • Plastic Surgery Services at Therapis General Hospital:
    • Facial Aesthetic Surgery: Mini & Full Face Lifting, Blepharoplasty, Rhinoplasty – Tip Correction, Otoplasty, Chin Surgery – Profiloplasty.
    • Body Aesthetic Surgery: Liposuction – Fat Grafting, VASER Liposuction (ultrasound-assisted liposculpture), Abdominoplasty, Buttock Lift, Inner Thigh Lift, Arm Lift (Brachioplasty).
    • Breast Surgery: Augmentation, Reduction, Lift, Reconstruction after Mastectomy.
    • Other Specialized Services: Burn Reconstruction Surgery, Skin Cancer Treatment, Removal of Moles, Cysts and Skin Lesions, Reconstructive Surgery after Trauma or Operations, Microsurgical Reconstruction.
  • Medical Technology & Specialized Techniques:
    • VASER Lipo (in clinic): Next-generation ultrasound-assisted liposuction for targeted fat sculpting, precise contouring, and faster recovery.
    • Endoscopic Facial Surgery (in clinic): Applied in procedures such as face lifting, with smaller incisions, minimal trauma, and faster recovery.
    • Use of Myocutaneous & Local Flaps (in clinic): Specialized techniques for reconstruction of damaged or necrotic tissues, aiming at functional and aesthetic outcomes.
    • Modern Implant Materials (in clinic): Safe and certified materials for breast or facial augmentation with natural results.
    • Atraumatic Surgical Techniques (in clinic): Reduction of hematomas, swelling, and faster postoperative recovery through modern surgical methods.
    • Laser YAG (in office): Advanced laser technology for removal of skin lesions, scars, and improvement of skin texture and tone.
    • Alexandrite Laser Hair Removal (in office): Painless and targeted hair removal using medical-grade Alexandrite laser for permanent hair reduction and smooth skin without irritation.
    • Botox & Hyaluronic Acid (in office): Non-invasive anti-aging treatments for prevention and reduction of wrinkles.
    • Biofiller (autologous filler) (in office): Application of filler derived from the patient’s own plasma for natural facial rejuvenation and hydration.
    • Renuvion (or J-PLASMA) (in office): Minimally invasive treatment using helium plasma and radiofrequency for skin tightening of the face and body.
    • Mesotherapy with Fractional Laser (in office): Combination of mesotherapy and fractional laser to enhance skin regeneration and treat wrinkles, discoloration, and laxity.
    • HIFU – High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (in office): Non-invasive lifting and tightening technology using focused high-intensity ultrasound, acting in depth to provide lifting without surgery.

Education / Specialty

  • Graduate of the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki through Military Medical
  • Specialized in Plastic Surgery at KAT Hospital.
  • Trained in Microsurgery at KAT Hospital.

Postgraduate Training

  • He attended a program in the USA at Christ Hospital of Cincinnati.
  • His further training in the USA focused on modern applications of aesthetic surgery and endoscopic face lifting.

Publications

  • He has participated as a speaker and trainer in numerous conferences and seminars in Greece and abroad.
  • He has presented work on topics such as burns, skin tumors, cancer, microsurgery, and laser applications.

Additional Information

  • He has extensive scientific activity.
  • He has participated in international scientific conferences such as IMCAS in Paris.
  • He continuously follows the latest developments in the field.
  • In his work, he combines medical precision with an aesthetic approach, utilizing advanced techniques and technologies to achieve optimal functional and aesthetic results for each patient.