Dimitrios Kyparissopoulos

Academic Role: Visiting Associate Professor at the School of Medicine, specializing in thoracic surgery and robotic surgical techniques. Holds advanced clinical and academic qualifications including an MBBS from the University of Thessaly and a Pharmaceutical Sciences degree from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.

Education:

• MBBS (MD), University of Thessaly Medical School (2000)
• Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Aristotle (Thessaloniki) (1995)
• Intercollegiate Specialty Exam in Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Athens (2010)

Research Focus: Pioneering robotic and minimally invasive surgical techniques in thoracic procedures. Specializes in video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) and robotic sympathectomy. Active in surgical education and standardization of operative procedures. Research projects include investigations into molecular pathways in pleural diseases and genetic factors influencing surgical outcomes.

Professional Contributions: Over 15 years of clinical experience as a Consultant Thoracic Surgeon at institutions including University of Oxford and Royal Brampton Hospital. Served as Scientific Coordinator for a study on genetic factors in thoracic surgery (2016), and held leadership roles in surgical education councils.

Awards:

• President Centenary Gold Medal (1992-1995)
• First Position in Pharmaceutical Sciences (1995)
• Top Performances in EACTS Thoracic Surgery Courses (2005-2006)

Advancing Medical Practice: Published four surgical technique videos demonstrating robotic and VATS approaches. Actively participates in multidisciplinary teams (e.g., Sarcoina MDT) and contributes to surgical guideline development.