Athanasios Papas
Visiting Assistant Professor, Plastic Surgery
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School of Medicine
Visiting Professor
Academic Qualifications
| Qualification | Year | Awarding Institution | Department | Thesis title (Optional Entry) |
| Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery | 2012 | European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery | Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery | |
| Certified Specialist in Plastic Surgery | 2012 | Hellenic Ministry of Health | General Directorate of Public Health and Social Welfare | |
| PhD in Medicine | 2011 | Aristotle University of Thessaloniki | School of Medicine | Epidemiological Study of cutaneous malignant melanoma in Northern Greece |
| Ptychio” Iatrikes (MBBS equivalent) | 2001 | Democritus University of Thrace | School of Medicine |
Employment History
| Period of employment | Employer | Location | Position | |
| From | To | |||
| 08/02/2019 | today | European University of Cyprus | Department of Medicine | Scientific Collaborator |
| (a)02/2018 (b)08/2012 (c)07/2015 | (a)03/2018 (b)04/2015 (c)09/2015 | St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London | Department of Plastic Surgery | (a)Locum Consultant (b)(c) Specialist Registraar |
| 03/2016 | 06/2016 | Coupure Centre for Plastic Surgery, Ghent | Plastic Surery | Fellow in Aesthetic Surgery |
Publications
| Year | Title | Other authors | Journal and Publisher / Conference | Vol. | Pages |
| 2020 | Evolution and refinements of a dorsal adipofascial digital artery perforator flap | D Dionyssiou, A Pagkalos, A Papas, L Pavlidis, GA Spyropoulou, E. Demiri | Injury | 51 | S48-S53 |
| 2020 | Aesthetic surgery of the lower limb | Α. Papas, M. Soldin Simon Kay, David McCombe, Daniel Wilks | «Oxford Textbook of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery» ISBN: 978-019-9682-87-4 OUP Oxford | 12.26 | 1557-1565 |
| 2020 | Cutaneous melanoma in a 9-year-old girl: case report and review of literature | A Papas, P Chitiroglou, E Demiri | Indian J Paediatr Dermatol | 21.2 | 81 |
| 2018 | Aesthetic Training for Plastic Surgeons: Are Residents Getting Enough? | Papas A, Montemurro P, Hedén P. | Aesthetic Plastic Surgery | 42 | 327-330 |
| 2018 | Urinary Excretion of MicroRNA-126 Is a Biomarker for Hemangioma Proliferation | Pavlidis L, Spyropoulou G, Papas A, Demiri E. | Plast Reconstr Surg | 141(2) | 319e-320e. |
| 2017 | Is Rotation a Concern with Anatomical Breast Implants? A Statistical Analysis of Factors Predisposing to Rotation | Montemurro P, Papas A, Hedén P | Plast Reconstr Surg | 139 (6) | 1367-1378 |
| 2017 | Axillary Reconstruction for Hidradenitis Suppurativa with an Inner-Arm Transposition Flap Creating a Brachioplasty Effect | Ching DL, Mughal M, Papas A, Soldin M. | Arch Plast Surg | 44(3) | 228-233 |
| 2016 | The BODY-Q: A Patient-Reported Outcome Instrument for Weight Loss and Body Contouring Treatments | Klassen AF, Cano SJ, Alderman A, Soldin M, Thoma A, Robson S, Kaur M, Papas A, Van Laeken N1, Taylor VH, Pusic AL | Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open | 4(4) | e679 |
| 2013 | Combined Use of Isolated Limb Infusion and Electrochemotherapy for Metastatic Melanoma Deposits in the Upper Limb | Papas, A. Odilli, J | J Dtsch Dermatol Ges | 11 | 16 |
| 2013 | A rare case of metaplastic carcinoma in an immunocompromised patient | Papas, A. Clarke AS, Cook M, Barry P | J Dtsch Dermatol Ges | 11 | 111-112 |
Exhibitions
Research Projects
| Date | Title | Funded by | Project Role* |
| 2017 | Clinical study of the prognosis of cutaneous melanoma compared to localization | Assistant Researcher | |
| 2016 | Clinical study of predisposing factors that increase the risk of anatomical implants rotation in augmentation mammoplasty | Researcher | |
| 2015 | Quantifying the impact of Complex Trauma on Plastic Surgery Service (clinical audit) | Researcher | |
| 2015 | Comparison study of Fat Repositioning Versus Onlay Segmental Fat Grafting in Lower Blepharoplasty | Assistant Researcher | |
| 2014-2016 | Clinical study of the quality of life and impact of the rehabilitation process of patients after bariatric surgery, (BODY-Q), | Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR | Assistant Researcher |
| 2013 | Review of sentinel lymph node biopsy in melanoma | Assistant Researcher | |
| 2010 - 2012 | Clinical study in the defect overage of hand deficits with loco-regional flaps | Assistant Researcher | |
| 2009 | Clinical study of the application of synthetic skin substitutes for skin defects coverage | Assistant Researcher | |
| 2008 - 2011 | "Practical Exercise in Microsurgery" in rats, for training-learning microsurgery techniques (experimentation facility with number 19EP 21). | Research Team Member | |
| 2005-2011 | Clinical study of malignant melanoma, in terms of predisposing factors occurrence and its epidemiological characteristics, in the population of Northern Greece | Researcher |
Academic Consulting Services/Councils/Boards/Editorial Committees
| Period | Organization | Title of Position or Service | Key Activities |
| 10/2019 – present | Hellenic Society of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery | Treasurer | Oversight of the management of the financial affairs of the organization (reconciling bank statements, and managing cash flow) based on the obligations of the Company |
| 2018-present | International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery | Member | Providing interchange of ideas and knowledge for the advancement of aesthetic plastic surgery and continuing education to its members |
| 2018-present | Hellenic Society for Surgery of the Hand & Upper Extremity | Member | Development and promotion of the subjects of Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery, the continuous education and training of our members, and the promotion of communication between Greek and foreign Hand Surgeons, through seminars, conferences, training courses and webinars. It is also our aim to support the education and training of younger colleagues, promoting scholarships, and helping in fellowships. |
| 2016 – present | PRS Open Global | Reviewer | Evaluation of submitted papers based on the requirements of that journal, predefined criteria, and the quality, completeness and accuracy of the research presented. Provision of feedback on the paper, suggestion of improvements and recommendation to the editor about whether to accept, reject or request changes to the article. |
| 2004-2012, 2012- present | Hellenic Society for Melanoma Research | 2004 – 2012: Associate member 2012 – present: Member | Research and knowledge of the epidemiology, biology and natural history of melanoma in the Greek population. Conducting scientific events to better inform the medical and paramedical world about melanoma. Raising public awareness and educating the public on early diagnosis and prevention of the disease. |
Awards/International Recognition
| Date | Title | Awarded by: |
| 10/2013 | Best poster presentation: Combined use of Isolated Limb Infusion and Electrochemotherapy for metastatic melanoma deposits in the upper limb. Papas A, Odilli J | Hellenic Society of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery |