Liver surgery, Trauma Surgery, Surgical Oncology
Athina Anagnou
General Surgeon
Chania
Summary
Recent graduate with a solid foundation of knowledge in a wide range of General Surgery gained through academic pursuits and hands-on experience from internships and academic projects. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team, solve problems, and manage time efficiently. Eager to embark on a career journey and make meaningful contributions to an organization aligned with commitment and drive. Willing to expand horizons of general surgery , learn new techniques and gain experience
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Junior Consultant General Surgeon
Chania General Hospital " Saint George"
Chania, Greece
10.2023 - Current
- Streamlined operating room processes by coordinating with nursing staff and other medical professionals, improving overall efficiency.
- Informed patients of risks prior to procedures to assist families and patients in making educated decisions for personal care.
- Monitored patient health condition after surgery by coordinating follow-up meetings with patient.
- Operated on patients to correct deformities, repair injuries and prevent and treat diseases.
- Performed regular rounds to check on patients' following surgery, discuss patient condition and coordinate care.
- Ordered and analyzed tests such as x-rays, CT scans and MRIs to help diagnose wide range of medical conditions.
- Thoroughly assessed patients to identify medical condition and level of surgical risk.
- Performed preventive and elective surgeries.
- Designed treatment plans for patients.
- Supervised trainees, medical students, residents and fellows to help each achieve proficiency in field.
- Followed strict schedules during surgeries.
- Conducted medical research on various diseases and methods of treatment.
- Ordered tests for nurses and other medical personnel to perform.
- Counseled patients on preventive healthcare, discussing proper nutrition, hygiene, and exercise.
- Earned a reputation for excellence in general surgery by consistently providing high-quality care and achieving outstanding patient outcomes.
- Enhanced team communication skills through participation in interdisciplinary conferences and meetings, promoting seamless collaboration across specialties.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring comprehensive care for patients throughout their treatment journey.
- Participated actively in hospital committees, contributing valuable insights on surgical practices and quality improvement initiatives.
- Provided compassionate care for patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or circumstances related to their surgical interventions.
- Reduced surgery recovery times through efficient surgical procedures and attention to detail in wound management.
- Presented at regional and national conferences on various topics pertaining to general surgery practice, sharing expertise with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
- Mentored residents, fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritized surgical excellence and patient care.
Rural Service
Sfakia Health Centre
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Practicing family medicine in a population of 2000 people in south Crete with a significant augmentation during the summer.
- Developed personalized treatment plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Promoted preventive healthcare measures through regular check-ups, immunization programs, and patient education on healthy lifestyle choices.
- Conducted thorough physical examinations for accurate diagnoses, leading to better treatment options for patients.
- Collaborated with nurses to triage and prioritize patients in high-pressure situations, making rapid and effective decisions.
- Kept detailed records of medical conditions and histories to provide best-in-class and individualized care.
- Coordinated closely with specialists regarding complex cases or necessary referrals, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
- Managed chronic conditions effectively by creating tailored long-term care plans for individual patients.
- Consulted with patients about special needs, cares and concerns throughout treatments.
- Mentored medical students and residents, fostering their growth as future healthcare providers.
Resident in General Surgery
Chania General Hospital
07.2015 - 11.2022
- Acted as a key member of trauma teams, providing timely and effective emergency surgical interventions for critically injured patients.
- Provided education to medical students and junior residents, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient treatment plans, leading to improved outcomes.
- Actively participated in multidisciplinary meetings for discussing complex cases which led to better-informed decisions about patient management strategies.
- Stayed current with new developments in general surgery through regular participation in continuing medical education programs and conferences.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and adherence to treatment plans.
- Assisted in complex surgeries, demonstrating advanced technical skills and knowledge of anatomy.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based surgical techniques and protocols.
- Maintained detailed documentation for each surgical case, ensuring accurate record-keeping for future reference and analysis.
- Performed minor, outpatient surgical procedures.
- Conducted various common surgical procedures such as appendectomies, hemorrhoidectomies, inguinal hernia repairs and cholecystectomies to restore health in patients.
- Managed pre-operative assessments efficiently, ensuring safe patient preparation before surgery.
- Reduced post-surgery complications through meticulous attention to detail during procedures.
- Conducted thorough post-operative follow-ups with patients monitoring their progress after surgery contributing to excellent long-term results.
- Participated in surgical research projects, contributing to advancements within the field of general surgery.
Rural Service
Vamos Health Centre
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Practicing family medicine in a population of 2000 people in south Crete with a significant augmentation during the summer.
- Developed personalized treatment plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Promoted preventive healthcare measures through regular check-ups, immunization programs, and patient education on healthy lifestyle choices.
- Conducted thorough physical examinations for accurate diagnoses, leading to better treatment options for patients.
- Collaborated with nurses to triage and prioritize patients in high-pressure situations, making rapid and effective decisions.
- Kept detailed records of medical conditions and histories to provide best-in-class and individualized care.
- Coordinated closely with specialists regarding complex cases or necessary referrals, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
- Managed chronic conditions effectively by creating tailored long-term care plans for individual patients.
- Consulted with patients about special needs, cares and concerns throughout treatments.
- Mentored medical students and residents, fostering their growth as future healthcare providers.
- Performed physical exams on patients, continuously communicating about patient needs and comfort levels.
- Educated patients on treatment options for various illnesses, collaborating with specialists to provide thorough education.
Education
Diploma - ATLS
University of Crete
Heraklion, Greece 04.2001 -
Diploma - General Surgery
University of Athens
Athens, Greece 04.2001 -
Course - ESSO COURSE "LIVER SURGERY"
University of Innsbruck
Innsbruck, Austria 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Surgical Sciences
University of Crete
Heraklion,Greece 04.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Medicine
National & Kapodistrian University of Athens
Athens, Greece 04.2008 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
6th Zografou High School
Athens, Greece 04.2001 - 09.2022
Skills
Trauma Surgery
Surgical Techniques
Emergency Management
Diagnostic Skills
Medical chart documentation
Trauma-informed care
Multitasking Abilities
Decision-Making
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-solving abilities
Time Management
English, French, German,Greek Fluency
Voluntaryexperience
- Voluntary two-weeks summer work in a teenage girl camp, Chania, Crete, 2007-2015, Number of participants/teams: 60 girls on average/ 6 teams; Positions held: Group leader (2008-2015)
- Voluntary delivering piano lessons to elementary school pupils, 2008-2014, 15, 20
- Voluntary delivering Greek Traditional dance lessons, kindergarten children, 2008-2014
Training
- Medical Seminar on Ippokrateion Hospital, Athens, Greece, 8 months per year (1 ½ hours per week), General Surgery, 11/01/11, 12/31/14
- Participation in ISOS (International Surgical Outcomes Study), 05/01/14
- Attending and Delivering Lessons in Education, 11/01/16, current
- Participation in 26o Hellenic Congress of Surgery, 11/01/12
- Participation and Delivering Speech in 26ο Hellenic AIDS Congress « HIV as a chronic infection», 11/01/14
- Participation in 18o Pangkrition Medical Congress, 11/01/16
- Participation in 19o Pangkition Medical Congress and presentation of a case report, 11/01/18
- Participation in 30o Hellenic Congress of Surgery and oral presentations, 11/01/18
- Participation in 31o Hellenic Congress of Surgery, 06/01/21
- Participation in CovidSurg3, 02/01/22
- Posters in EUSEM 2017, ESSO 2019, EAES 2020
- "The Clinical and operative impact of the hexafurcation of the celiac trunk-
Report of an extremely rare case", paper published in European Journal of Anatomy
- "Rare gastrointestinal tumors: How often do we operate on such tumors? A single-center study from a regional hospital.", paper published in Journal on Oncology
Activities
- Piano Diploma, Excellent, 07/01/13
- Reading Book
Interests
Timeline
Junior Consultant General Surgeon
Chania General Hospital " Saint George"
10.2023 - Current
Rural Service
Sfakia Health Centre
01.2023 - 10.2023
Master of Science - Surgical Sciences
University of Crete
04.2019 - 01.2020
Resident in General Surgery
Chania General Hospital
07.2015 - 11.2022
Rural Service
Vamos Health Centre
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Medicine
National & Kapodistrian University of Athens
04.2008 - 01.2014
Diploma - ATLS
University of Crete
04.2001 -
Diploma - General Surgery
University of Athens
04.2001 -
Course - ESSO COURSE "LIVER SURGERY"
University of Innsbruck
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
6th Zografou High School
04.2001 - 09.2022
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