CURRICULUM VITAE — Panagiotis A. Konstantinopoulos, MD
Internal Medicine Specialist – Certified Diabetologist
New Smyrni , Athens , Greece
Scope certified (World Obesity Federation)
Email: tkonstp@yahoo.com , info@konstantinopoulos.gr
YouTube : https://youtube.com/@konstantinopoulos
Professional Background
Specialist in Internal Medicine with officially accredited Diabetology subspecialty (Ministry of Health, 2024).
Extensive clinical experience in diabetes management, metabolic diseases, obesity, cardiometabolic risk, insulin therapy, CGM systems, and contemporary therapeutic strategies.
Active involvement in medical education, scientific communication, webinars, congresses, and professional committees.
Strong digital presence and continuous contribution to public health awareness.
Education
Undergraduate Studies
- 1990: Admission to the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace (Alexandroupolis) through the national Panhellenic examinations.
- 1997: Graduation with the degree grade “Very Good” (7.42).
Postgraduate Studies
- Specialization in Internal Medicine
Tzaneio General Hospital of Piraeus (2002–2007), with active participation in the clinical and educational activities of the Diabetes Center throughout the residency.
19/07/2007: Awarded the official title of the Medical Specialty of Internal Medicine. - Postgraduate Training / Subspecialization in Diabetology
Following a formal application to the Scientific Council of Tzaneio General Hospital, placement was approved at the Diabetes Center for dedicated training in Diabetes Mellitus.
17/11/2010: Awarded the official Certificate of Training in Diabetology by the Diabetes Center of Tzaneio Hospital.
Professional Experience
After Completion of Specialty
- 2008–Present: Private practice (Internal Medicine – Diabetology).
- 2007–2008: Consultant Physician, Metropolitan Hospital (Athens).
- 2008–2010: Family Physician (as Specialist in Internal Medicine), Nea Smyrni, Athens.
- 2011–2013: Specialist in Internal Medicine, IKA Health Center, Neos Kosmos,Athens.
Before Specialty
- 2000–2001: Rural Medical Service (Livarzi, Achaia).
- 2001–2002: Medical Auditor, TCN Insurance Company (physician for insurance evaluations).
- 2002–2007: Resident in Internal Medicine, Tzaneio General Hospital of Piraeus.
Educational & Teaching Activities
I have been actively involved in medical education through lectures, webinars, scientific meetings, and contributions to professional societies. My teaching focuses on Internal Medicine , Diabetes Mellitus , Obesity and nutritional supplements .
Webinars (Speaker Participation)
- Scientific Online Meeting with Pharmacists – “The Role of the Pharmacist in Public Health”
Organizer: Vianex
Date: 24/02/2021 - “COVID‑19: Myths and Realities” – Tzaneio Hospital Webinar
Date: 09/03/2021 - “COVID‑19: Where Do We Stand Today?” – Tzaneio Hospital
Date: 16/09/2021
Audience: Primary care physicians
YouTube links:
https://youtu.be/0HaXRPgjbJA
https://youtu.be/jRQn1a9qb84
Participation of leading infectious disease specialists (Tsiordas, Gogos, Yamarellos, etc.) - Commentary Speaker – Tzaneio Webinar (10/02/2022)
Topic: Therapeutic approaches in Diabetes Mellitus
Links:
https://tmg.gr/en/event/webinar-the-bright-side-of-the-moon/
https://www.konstantinopoulos.gr/ - DPP‑4 Inhibitors – Linagliptin
Organizer: Boehringer Ingelheim
Audience: Physicians - “Diabetic Dyslipidemia” – Hellenic Society of Primary Care Physicians (EEPΕ)
YouTube link: https://youtu.be/rO97vy8C9MI - Chair of IPAMED Webinar
Speaker: Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Ioannis Tsiafoutis (Red Cross Hospital)
Topic: Recanalization of coronary arteries with chronic total occlusions
YouTube link: https://youtu.be/BkPS-tKyznc
Selected Conference Participations as speaker
Dr. Panagiotis Konstantinopoulos
Internal Medicine Specialist – Certified Diabetologist
(Congress Participation 2022–2026)
2026 — 7th Panhellenic Congress of the Hellenic Association of Internists (EEPΕ)
Valis Hotel, Volos — 25–28 June 2026
Chair – Round Table
Topic: GLP‑1 analogues or bariatric surgery?
Date/Time: 27 June 2026, 19:00–20:00
Chair – Scientific Session
Topic: Pre‑athletic evaluation and the Internist
Date/Time: 28 June 2026, 10:40–11:00
Speaker – Satellite Lecture (PETSIAVAS)
Topic: Metformin in the new era
Date/Time: 26 June 2026, 18:00–18:30
Speaker Portfolio – 2025
Dr. Panagiotis Konstantinopoulos, MD
Internal Medicine Specialist – Certified Diabetologist
6th Panhellenic Congress of the Hellenic Association of Internists (EEPΕ)
Valis Hotel, Volos — 26–29 June 2025
Member of the Organizing Committee
Scientific Contributions
- Chair – Session on Longevity & Anti‑Aging
Date: 26 June 2025
Time: 18:30–19:00
Topic: Longevity and Anti‑Aging
Role: Chair
Speaker: Aikaterini Tsirigogianni
- Speaker – Clinical Nutrition & Metabolic Health
Date: 27 June 2025
Time: 10:00–10:30
Lecture Title: Useful Supplements in Hepatic Steatosis and Obesity
Role: Speaker
Summary of Roles (2025)
Role Contribution Date
Organizing Committee Member 6th Panhellenic Congress of EEPΕ 26–29 June 2025
Chair Longevity & Anti‑Aging 26 June 2025
Speaker Useful Supplements in Hepatic Steatosis & Obesity 27 June 2025
2024 — 5th Panhellenic Congress of the Hellenic Association of Internists (EEPΕ)
Valis Hotel, Volos — 30 May – 2 June 2024
Speaker – Scientific Lecture
Topic: Intermittent fasting – new data & nutritional supplementation
Date/Time: 31 May 2024, 11:30–12:00
Chair – Round Table
Topic: Metabolism and fasting
Date/Time: 31 May 2024, 17:00–18:00
Chair – Scientific Session
Topic: Thrombocytopenia in primary care
Date/Time: 1 June 2024, 13:00–13:30
Chair – Closing Ceremony
Topic: Forum conclusions
Date/Time: 1 June 2024, 20:30–21:00
2023 — 4th Panhellenic Congress of the Hellenic Association of Internists (EEPΕ)
Valis Hotel, Volos — 22–25 June 2023
Speaker – Scientific Lecture
Topic: Complications of obesity
Date/Time: 24 June 2023, 10:30–11:00
Chair – Scientific Session
Topic: COVID‑19 antiviral therapy
Date/Time: 24 June 2023, 13:30–13:50
3rd Panhellenic Congress of ΕΕΠΕ -June 2022 .
Satellite lectures:
- Vitamin D: Current Evidence
- Vitamin B12
- Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems
Chairing:
- Dermatologist Dr. Charalambos Kazakos – “Diabetes and Skin”
Congress program (participation listed on page 8):
https://internists.gr/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/3oPanellinio.pdf
Speaker – Hellenic Medical Association for Obesity (HMAO / EIEP)
Talk Title: “Nutritional approach for individuals receiving the newest therapeutic agents for obesity”
Event: Scientific Round Table — “Obesity, Fatty Liver Disease and Diabetes: Therapeutic Proposals and Holistic Management”
Date: November 21–22, 2025
Link: https://www.eiep.gr
Description: Delivered an invited lecture during an official EIEP scientific session, presenting evidence-based nutritional strategies for patients undergoing modern anti-obesity pharmacotherapy.
Papadakis Primary Care Days (Autumn 2022 – since then I participate very often as a speaker at this conference )
Lecture: “Diabetogenic Medications”
Program link (page 12):
https://congressworld.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/papadakis2022-program.pdf
Scientific Publications & Writing
Book Contribution
Co‑author of the chapter “Diabetes and Smoking” in the official textbook of the Hellenic Diabetes Association (EDE):
“Modern Diabetology”
Chapter 22, page 309
Links:
Book: https://www.vasiliadis-books.gr/shop/σύγχρονη-διαβητολογία-ελληνική-διαβ/
Contents: https://www.vasiliadis-books.gr/Vasiliadis-books/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Δείτε-τα-Περιεχόμενα-12.pdf
Online Medical Writing
Co‑founder of the medical blog mediteam.gr, featuring articles by physicians across specialties.
Website: www.mediteam.gr
Additional articles published in:
- Dikaiologitika.gr
https://www.dikaiologitika.gr/eidhseis/ygeia/362350/prodiavitis-ti-prepei-na-proseksoume-gia-na-min-ekselixthei-se-diaviti - News4Health
https://www.news4health.gr/ygeia/11241/prodiavitis-diavitologos-eksigei-ta-vimata-pou-prepei-na-kanete-gia-na-min-ekselixthei-se-diaviti
https://www.news4health.gr/pharma-news/15630/o-3-lipara-poia-ta-ofeli-tous-kai-ti-na-prosexoume-otan-agorazoume-sympliroma-diatrofis
https://www.news4health.gr/ygeia/13316/i-askisi-me-antistaseis-borei-na-veltiosei-ta-symptomata-katathlipsis
Other publications on Internal Medicine topics (e.g., causes of night sweats):
https://www.meodigotodiaviti.gr/diavitis-sakxarodis-diavitis/ygeia-epistimi-diavitis/nyxterini-efidrosi-pou-ofeiletai/
Scientific Contribution – “Advances in Obesity” Journal (EIEP)
Issue 76 , 78
Role: Contributor to scientific communication and dissemination
Link: https://www.eiep.gr
Description: Contributed to the scientific communication activities of the EIEP through participation in the Society’s official journal “Advances in Obesity”, supporting the dissemination of updated international evidence and clinical practice insights.
Digital Presence
YouTube channel featuring:
- Educational videos for the general public
- Webinars and lectures for physicians
- Interview on Naftemporiki TV on the importance of Vitamin D
Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCJbOUPodctjCkfjxrD54u8Q
Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL74Y4mhuPxlWphvXkE4DT9aqGj5KAb0Fz
Interview: https://youtu.be/dl9FhZ4bae0
Current Professional Roles
- Member of the Board of Directors – Hellenic Association of Internists (EEPΕ)
Responsible for digital content and website management
https://internists.gr/ds/ektelestiki-epitropi/ - Member of the Primary Care Committee – Hellenic Diabetes Association (EDE)
https://www.ede.gr/2009-09-01-07-48-44/επιτροπές/ - Former Board Member of the Hellenic Medical Society for Obesity (EIEΠ)