Panagiotis Varvatsoulis MD
Pediatric & Adult Neurosurgeon
European Certified Neurosurgeon (Greece)
Focused Practice in Cranial, Spine & Peripheral Nerve Neurosurgery
Panagiotis Varvatsoulis is an experienced Pediatric & Adult Neurosurgeon with a clinical career spanning more than two decades in neurosurgery of the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves. A graduate of the School of Medicine at the National & Kapodistrian University of Athens, he trained and served in major hospitals of the Greek National Health System and, in recent years, has practiced as a highly regarded private neurosurgeon affiliated with leading private hospitals in Athens.
His clinical practice covers the full spectrum of contemporary neurosurgical care for adults and children, including brain and spinal tumors, degenerative and traumatic spine conditions, and disorders of the peripheral nerves, with particular emphasis on microsurgical precision and minimally invasive techniques designed to reduce postoperative pain and support faster recovery.
Brief Biography
Panos D. Varvatsoulis was born in Athens in 1968. He completed secondary education at the Varvakios Model School and subsequently entered the School of Medicine at the National & Kapodistrian University of Athens, graduating in 1994.
After completing his rural medical service, he initially trained in Thoracic Surgery at KAT General Hospital, and then completed specialty training in Neurosurgery at “G. Gennimatas” General Hospital of Athens and “Agios Savvas” Oncology Hospital. In 2006, he was awarded the title of Specialist in Neurosurgery and has since practiced as a private neurosurgeon, with longstanding collaboration with major private hospitals in Athens, treating both adults and children.
Education & Training
Foundational Education
- Secondary Education – Varvakios Model School (1985)
- MD Degree – NKUA School of Medicine (1994)
Training & Specialty
- 1996–1997: Rural medical service at the Regional Medical Office of K. Milia, Pieria Prefecture.
- 1998–2001: Training in Thoracic Surgery, KAT General Hospital, Kifisia.
- 2001–2006: Neurosurgery residency training at “G. Gennimatas” General Hospital of Athens & “Agios Savvas” Oncology Hospital.
- 2006: Awarded Board Certification in Neurosurgery (Greece).
Professional Experience
Private Clinical Practice
- 2006–present: Private practice in Athens with an emphasis on microsurgery of the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves.
Affiliated Hospitals
- Euroclinic Athens
- Euroclinic Children’s
- IASO Children’s
- Mediterraneo Hospital
Insurance Networks
- 2007–present: Network affiliate for MEDNET & GENERALI LIFE.
Clinical Interests & Expertise
Dr. Varvatsoulis has longstanding experience in the surgical management of complex disorders of the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves, in both adults and children.
Cranial Disorders
Brain tumors, skull base pathology, intracranial hemorrhage and traumatic brain injury, utilizing contemporary microsurgical and endoscopic techniques.
Spine & Spinal Cord
Degenerative disease, herniated intervertebral discs, spinal stenosis, traumatic injuries, and spinal tumors, with emphasis on stabilization procedures and minimally invasive approaches.
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Entrapment syndromes and peripheral nerve neoplasms, managed with microsurgical decompression and reconstruction aimed at optimal functional outcomes.
Chronic Pain & Functional Neurosurgery
Selected procedures for chronic neuropathic pain and spasticity within a multidisciplinary framework, in collaboration with pain anesthesiologists and rehabilitation specialists.
Academic & Scientific Work
- Participation in Greek and international neurosurgical congresses as an attendee and invited speaker.
- Authorship and co-authorship in clinical studies and publications related to cranial and spine neurosurgery.
- Ongoing professional development through postgraduate courses and scientific meetings.
Affiliated Hospitals
- Euroclinic Athens
- Euroclinic Children’s
- IASO Children’s
- Mediterraneo Hospital
Contact Dr. Varvatsoulis
For evaluation of a complex case or for a second opinion, you may contact the Neuroknife team or the affiliated hospitals.