George C. Fthenakis

George C. Fthenakis is a Visiting Professor at the Department of Obstetrics and Reproduction, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Thessaly. He holds advanced qualifications including a Degree in Veterinary Medicine (1982, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki), MSc in Animal Health (1984, Royal Veterinary College, London), and PhD (1988, Royal Veterinary College, London). He is a Diplomate of the European College of Animal Reproduction (2001) and European College of Small Ruminant Health Management (2008).

• Roles: Head of Department of Obstetrics and Reproduction (1998–present), Academic Board Member (University of Thessaly), and visiting positions at University of Zaragoza (Spain) and University of Edinburgh (UK).
• Research: Focuses on animal reproduction, small ruminant health management, and veterinary therapeutics. His work addresses clinical applications in sheep reproduction, disease management, and global veterinary standards.

Key awards include Fellow of the Hellenic Agricultural Academy and Honorary Diplomate status. He is recognized as a top 2% global scientist in Veterinary Sciences and a leading European author on sheep/goat topics. His publications span congress proceedings, clinical studies, and policy-related abstracts.

• Grants/Labs: Engaged in research projects on consumer protection, small ruminant health, and veterinary education. Active in editorial and advisory roles for academic committees.