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Dr. Tsafantakis Emmanuel

Dr. Tsafantakis Emmanuel

Bone and Joint Specialist ·
Pireas, Greece


Languages Spoken: Greek , English

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About Dr. Tsafantakis Emmanuel

Qualification and Experience:

Dr.Emmanuel is a well known  surgeon in Greece. He is a  Spinal Surgeon  and an Orthopedic Surgeon . He graduated from the School of Medicine of the National Kapodistrian University of Athens. He finished his medical residency from the Fifth Orthopedic Clinic - the Scoliosis and Spine Unit.He was associated with the KAT hospital in Greece. He was the Coordinating Director of the Scoliosis and Spine Department, KAT Hospital after holding other posts in the same department.Currently he is the director of the Spine Clinic, the Center for Spinal Scoliosis, Trauma and Oncology, Metropolitan General.  

Contribution to Medical Science: 

Dr.Emmanuel is a surgeon with vast experience and skills. He is actively involved in organizing and participating conferences and has attended nearly 130 conferences in Greece and abroad. He has been actively involved in research and has a large number of publications to his credit. Some of his research articles include “Research on Scoliosis and Other Spinal Malformations. Prompt Diagnosis, Prevention, Treatment. Statistical Study; Somatometric, Radiological, Experimental and Socio-Economic Study”,”Design, Construction and Application of a New Scoliosis Brace”,Research and Experimental Project with the Introduction of Corrective Intervertebral Disc Stabilizing Spacers. He is passionate about teaching and has been involved in nearly 125 speech and educational activities. He is also member of many organizations including the Hellenic Society of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology (EEXOT) , Pan-Hellenic Medical Association (PIS), EFORT: European Federation of National Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He is the founding member of EEXOT Spinal Disease Department , EEXOT Bone Tumor Department ,Spinal Disease Society.


Conditions Treated by Dr Tsafantakis Emmanuel

We are outlining here for you the many conditions that Dr. Tsafantakis Emmanuel treats.:

  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Spinal Tumor
  • Fractured Vertebra
  • Disc Disease
  • Avascular Necrosis of Hip Joint
  • Meniscus Tear
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Osteonecrosis
  • Disc Degeneration
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Congenital Spine Disorders
  • Shoulder Injury
  • Hip Fracture or Hip Dysplasia
  • Knee Injury
  • Erb's Palsy
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Ankle Injury or Trauma
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Spinal Arthritis
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Scoliosis
  • Achondroplasia
  • Torn Rotator Cuff
  • Disc Dessication
  • Ankle Arthritis
  • Slip Disc
  • Osteoarthritis (Most Common)
  • Deformed Knees
  • Disc Bulge
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Bone Tumor in the Hip Joint
  • Torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament
  • Shoulder Arthritis
  • Herniated Disc
  • Brachial Plexus Avulsion
  • Pinched Nerve
  • Knee Pain
  • Paget'S Disease
  • Injury or Fracture of the Hip Joint
  • Brachial Plexus Rupture
  • Disc Pain
  • Brachial Plexus Injuries - Brachial Plexus Injury At Bith
  • Major Fractures
  • Shoulder Inflammation
  • Disc Herniation
  • Ankle Fracture

The doctor consults patients who wish for treatment for the issues in their musculoskeletal system. The specialty of the doctor is in conditions or injuries of the bones, ligaments, joints or tendons. The aptitude of the surgeon, their ability to constantly learn and adapt to newer developments in treatment are also as important as their education, skills and experience.

Signs and Symptoms treatable by Dr Tsafantakis Emmanuel

Here is the long list of symptoms and signs in a person with orthopedic condition or injury.:

  • Muscles that are so essential to movement and everyday life
  • Bones problem
  • Joints problem
  • Tendons
  • Ligaments

Orthopedic or musculoskeletal issues warrant multiple symptoms in patients. Pain in the joints and muscles and swelling are an indication that you must consult an orthopedic surgeon at the earliest. The range of motion is restricted in the affected area if you are having injury or condition of this kind.

Operating Hours of Dr Tsafantakis Emmanuel

8 am to 4 pm, Monday to Saturday are the operating hours of the doctor.. The doctor makes sure that the procedures are completed with a whole degree of skill and efficiency.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Tsafantakis Emmanuel

The popular procedures performed by Dr. Tsafantakis Emmanuel are outlined below.:

  • Microdiscectomy
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Laminectomy
  • Spinal Fusion

A person who can recover from arthritis, dislocated joints or hip pain or any of a number of such conditions does so by getting the best surgical treatment from an orthopedic surgeon. Patients may be affected by either acute or chronic or degenerative orthopedic conditions and their are right surgical solutions for all of them. This is a specialty with vast connotations and it is no wonder that many of the orthopedic surgeons can also sub specialise focusing on certain areas of the body.

Qualification

  • Graduate of the School of Medicine of the National Kapodistrian University of Athens.

Work Experiences

  • Coordinating Director of the Scoliosis and Spine Department, KAT Hospital
  • Director of the Scoliosis and Spine Department, KAT Hospital
  • Associate Director of the Scoliosis and Spine Unit, KAT Hospital
  • Registrar Class A of the Scoliosis and Spine Unit, KAT Hospital
  • Registrar Class B (NHS) at the Fifth Orthopedic Clinic of the Scoliosis and Spine Unit, KAT Hospital
  • Registrar Class B at the Orthopedic Clinic of the General Northern Attica Hospital, KAT Trauma Hospital (NHS)
  • Medical Residency: Fifth Orthopedic Clinic - the Scoliosis and Spine Unit
  • Diakonissen Krakenhaus Kassel Germany: Assistenz Arzt, Vascular Surgery Department

Memberships (9)

  • Hellenic Society of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology (EEXOT)
  • College of Greek Orthopedic Surgeon (KEOX)
  • EEXOT Spinal Disease Department: Founding member
  • EEXOT Bone Tumor Department: Founding member
  • Pan-Hellenic Medical Association (PIS)
  • Medical Association of Athens (ISA)
  • Spinal Disease Society: Founding member
  • ARGOSpine: Association of European Research Groups for Spinal Osteosynthesis
  • EFORT: European Federation of National Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology

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Procedures Performed

Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
Laminectomy
Microdiscectomy
Spinal Fusion

Frequently Asked Questions

He has over 25 years of experience as an orthopedic surgeon in Greece.

His primary treatments and surgeries are spinal surgeries, scoliosis and also treats bone tumours.

Yes, Dr.Emmanuel provides online consultation through MediGence.

He is member of organizations such as the Hellenic Society of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology (EEXOT) , Pan-Hellenic Medical Association (PIS), EFORT: European Federation of National Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He is the founding member of EEXOT Spinal Disease Department , EEXOT Bone Tumor Department ,Spinal Disease Society

In case of treatment related to spinal deformities, bone tumors and scoliosis it is best to consult a orthopedic surgeon such as Dr.Emmanuel

He can be easily consulted by registering your profile with MediGence and writing down your enquiry.A meeting with the surgeon will be scheduled. Following which the online consultation can be done.

Dr. Tsafantakis Emmanuel is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Athens, Greece.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Tsafantakis Emmanuel is one of the most sought after specialists in Greece and has over 25 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Orthopedic Surgeon

Here is a comprehensive list of tests that are to be done prior to and during your consultation with an orthopedic surgeon.:

  • MRI
  • Ultrasound
  • Computed Tomography (CT Scan)
  • X-ray

Basis the tests, the doctor can get a more accurate picture of the severity and reasons behind the condition and the best treatment to be done. The recommended diagnostic as well as screening tests help define the treatment process by determining how ready the patient is for the prescribed treatment. It is the physical tests which will help the doctor know better how effective the treatment has been..

An orthopedic surgeon is someone you are usually referred to by your doctor when it is determined post tests and consultation that you need an orthopedic procedure to resolve your health condition. The orthopedic surgeon helps you manage your entire treatment process from the pre operative to the procedure to the post operative part of the healing as well. You can visit the surgeon for your procedure as well as during the rehabilitation to make it more seamless and effortless. They prescribe the medicines that would support your orthopedic treatment process and you as well as recommend the right tests that need to be done.

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