I was born in São Paulo, Brazil, and hold a Medical Degree from the University of Patras, with a specialization in Nuclear Medicine. I also hold a Master of Public Health from the European University Cyprus. Professionally, I serve as the Managing Director and Scientific Director of the private Nuclear Medicine Laboratory “BIORMONIKI O.E.”, based in Patras.I currently hold the position of Deputy Regional Governor for Public Health of the Region of Western Greece.In addition, I am the President of the Medical Association of Patras, and also the President of the Board of the Center for the Prevention of Addictions and the Promotion of Psychosocial Health of the Regional Unit of Achaia, “Kallipolis.” Finally, I am a member of the Board of the Panhellenic Medical Association, as well as a regular board member of the following hospitals in Patras: the General Hospital “Agios Andreas,” the Children’s General Hospital “Karamandaneio,” and the University General Hospital of Patras.