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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Kapetanakis Antonios

Neurosurgeons are trained to treat people suffering aneurysms, blocked arteries, trauma to the brain and spine, birth defects, chronic low-back pain, brain and spinal cord cancer, and peripheral nerve problems. Neurosurgeons also do surgeries for carpal tunnel syndrome, spinal surgery, and brain tumor removal surgery. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Kapetanakis Antonios treats:

  • Brain Tumor
  • Pituitary Adenoma
  • Vertebral Hemangioma
  • Astrocytoma
  • Congenital Spine Disorders
  • Slip Disc
  • Pinched Nerve
  • Vertebral Compression Fractures
  • Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
  • Arteriovenous Malformation
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Disc Dessication
  • Glioma
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
  • Aneurysm
  • Brain Cancers
  • Disc Disease
  • Dystonia
  • Vertebral Osteoporosis
  • Paget'S Disease
  • Oligodendrogliomas
  • Brain Abscess
  • Tourette's Syndrome
  • Csf Obstruction
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Brain Infection
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Traumatic Head Injury
  • Dementia
  • High Intracranial Pressure
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Achondroplasia
  • Disc Herniation
  • Herniated Disc
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Tremors
  • Spinal Arthritis
  • Disc Bulge
  • Stroke
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Cerebral Edema
  • Spinal Tumor
  • Brain Tumor - Glioblastoma
  • Meningiomas
  • Meningioma
  • Mixed Gliomas
  • Disc Pain
  • Disc Degeneration
  • Fractured Vertebra
  • Chronic Depression
  • Ependymomas
  • Scoliosis
  • Vertebral Tumors
  • Acoustic Neuroma

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Kapetanakis Antonios

Some of the signs and symptoms that neurological disorders can produce are listed below. These symptoms should be discussed with a neurosurgeon for further medical investigation.

  • Prominent scalp veins
  • Fatigue
  • Moderate to severe pain in lower back, buttock and down your leg
  • Memory problems
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Unusually large head size
  • Headaches, which may be severe and worsen with activity or in the early morning
  • Numbness or weakness in your lower back, buttock, leg or feet
  • Bulging and tense fontanelle or soft spot
  • Pain that worsens with movement; loss of movement
  • Inability to maintain normal posture due to stiffness and/or pain
  • restricting range of motion
  • Seizures
  • Sleep problems
  • Downward deviation of eyes or sunset sign
  • Muscle spasms either with activity or at rest
  • Drowsiness
  • Stiffness in the low back area
  • Rapidly increasing head circumference
  • “Pins and needles” feeling in your legs, toes or feet

Neurological disorders can cause mixed symptoms, such as difficulties in moving, speaking, learning, swallowing, breathing. According to brain specialists, there are more than 600 neurologic diseases that cause mild to severe symptoms. Having a neurological disease could have a deep impact on the patient’s life. It is very important that a person should seek medical advice from a neurologist.

Operating Hours of Dr. Kapetanakis Antonios

Doctor Kapetanakis Antonios is available from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. You should confirm the doctor’s availability you visit him. This is because, sometimes, the doctor is out of the station or might be occupied in some emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Kapetanakis Antonios

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Kapetanakis Antonios perform are given below::

  • Laminectomy
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Craniotomy
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Kyphoplasty

With a rich experience in neurosurgery and having a record for performing a number of successful brain surgeries with a high success rate, the neurosurgeon has received global recognition for their holistic approach. Patient safety is the top priority for the doctor who follows all medical protocols and provides care of international standards. Also, the doctor can handle even the most complicated cases with ease.

Qualification

  • Degree in Military Medical School of Thessaloniki (SASS) in 1990
  • Bachelor of Aviation Medicine in 1991
  • Resident of General Surgery and Neurology at 251 General Aviation Hospital in 1994-1996
  • Resident of Neurosurgery of the University Clinic Of Evangelismos Hospital in the years 1996-2000
  • PhTLS and ATLS in 2003
  • For six months in 2006 at the Neurosurgical Clinic of Bad Homburg Germany under neurosurgeon Daniel Rosenthal on minimally intrusive Spinal Surgery such as the transventricular and transthoracic accesses of the Spine using an endoscope

Past Experiences

  • Curator of Neurosurgery Clinic 251 General Aviation Hospital 2001-2014
  • Deputy Director of Neurosurgery clinic 251 General Aviation Hospital 2015-2016
  • Director of Neurosurgery Clinic 251 General Aviation Hospital from 2017 to present
  • Scientific associate of the Euroclinic of Athens in the years 2001-2018
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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • Various research articles and papers submitted in international and national journals.

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PROCEDURES

  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Craniotomy
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Kyphoplasty
  • Laminectomy
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Spinal Fusion

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Kapetanakis Antonios have?
Dr. Kapetanakis Antonios is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Ethnarchou Makariou, Greece.
Does Dr. Kapetanakis Antonios offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Kapetanakis Antonios have?
Dr. Kapetanakis Antonios is one of the most sought after specialists in Greece and has over years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

A neurosurgeon is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatments of conditions of the central as well as the peripheral nervous system. A neurosurgeon completes special training after becoming a doctor, including one year of residency in general surgery and a few more years of residency in neurosurgery. Some neurosurgeons complete fellowship training, which is additional training to further enhance their focus within the field of neurosurgery. Neurosurgeons are regarded as highly trained specialists who perform some of the most critical surgeries on the brain and spine. The nervous system being the most complicated part of the body needs great precision and accuracy while performing surgery. Neurosurgeons also may also consult other specialists and medical professionals as per the requirement of surgery.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Neurosurgeon

You have to undergo one or more diagnostic tests before and during a consultation with a neurosurgeon. The result of the tests will help the doctor determine the root cause of the disease and plan the treatment accordingly. A neurological examination may include the following:

  • Blood Tests
  • Spinal X-ray
  • Neurological exam
  • Spinal MRI
  • MRI Brain
  • Nerve conduction velocity studies/electromyography
  • Myelogram
  • CT Brain
  • Physical Exam
  • Lumbar Puncture

Some of the diagnostic tests required before and during a consultation with a neurosurgeon are::

  1. Cerebral Angiogram
  2. CT Myelogram
  3. CT Scans
  4. Lumbar Puncture
  5. MRI Scans
  6. X-ray Imaging
  7. Electroencephalogram
  8. Electromyogram
  9. Spinal tap CT
When should you go to see a neurosurgeon?

You need to visit a neurosurgeon if you show any of the following signs:

  1. Numbness and pain
  2. Weak grip
  3. Persistent headache/migraine
  4. Impaired movement
  5. Seizures
  6. Balance issues

The nervous system is a complex part of the body, so neurosurgeons perform complicated surgeries. They address the issues of the entire nervous system and offer treatment of every part of the body affected by the nerves. They also help in the diagnosis of symptoms of the nervous system and come up with minimally invasive treatment plans.