- MD, MSc Title
- General and Laparoscopic Surgery, Surgical Oncology Specialization
- English, Greek Languages
Short Bio
General Surgeon & Surgical Oncologist in Thessaloniki; Deputy Director at Interbalkan Medical Center. Expert in laparoscopic, endocrine and oncologic surgery.
About the Doctor
Dr. Dimitrios Farmakis, MD, MSc, is a General Surgeon & Surgical Oncologist based in Thessaloniki with practices in the city center (47 Vasileos Irakleiou, 54623) and Peraia. He serves as Deputy Director of the D Surgical Clinic at Interbalkan Medical Center and collaborates with Bioclinic Thessaloniki and Euromedica clinics. His expertise spans minimally invasive (laparoscopic) colorectal and hernia surgery, endocrine/thyroid surgery including transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy (TOETVA), hepatobiliary–pancreatic procedures, and surgical oncology including cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC. He performs in-office minor procedures and coordinates major surgeries at accredited private hospitals, ensuring seamless care from consultation to follow-up. Dr. Farmakis graduated from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (SSAS) and holds a Master’s degree in Hepatobiliary–Pancreatic Surgery, with additional specialized training in Greece and abroad.
Accreditations
- MD – Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (SSAS)
- MSc – Hepatobiliary–Pancreatic Surgery
- Licensed & Board-Certified General Surgeon (Greece) — Professional ID: 22947 (17-10-1995)
Training & Experience
Proffesional positions held:
- Deputy Director, D Surgical Clinic, Interbalkan Medical Center, Thessaloniki (current)
- Founder & Lead Surgeon, Dr. Farmakis’ Surgery Clinic, Thessaloniki & Peraia (current)
- Scientific Associate, Bioclinic Thessaloniki (current)
- Scientific Associate, Euromedica clinics (e.g., Genesis, Blue Cross – Kyanous Stavros, Zoodochos Pigi)
- Attending/Consultant, First Surgical Clinic, 424 GSNE (since 2007)
- Director, Surgical Clinic, 406 Military Hospital of Didymoteicho
- Clinical posts: 2nd Surgical Clinic, Papageorgiou Hospital; General Hospital “Agios Dimitrios”, Thessaloniki; 424 GSNE; earlier Hellenic Army medical units
Academic positions held:
- Lecturer/Instructor, continuing medical education activities, Thessaloniki (including training of surgery residents and clinical teaching for medical students)
Training & Studies:
- MD, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (SSAS)
- MSc, Hepatobiliary–Pancreatic Surgery
- Advanced training: HIPEC; Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery; TOETVA (Transoral Endoscopic Thyroidectomy); Laparoscopic Hernia Repair
- Additional surgical exposure: Royal Infirmary Hospital, Manchester; advanced upper GI/hepatobiliary units in Thessaloniki
Specialization
- Laparoscopic colorectal surgery; laparoscopic hernia repair (inguinal, umbilical, incisional)
- Endocrine & thyroid surgery, including TOETVA (scarless transoral thyroidectomy)
- Hepatobiliary–pancreatic surgery
- Anorectal & coccygeal surgery (hemorrhoids, pilonidal sinus; laser techniques)
- Surgical oncology; cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC for peritoneal metastasis
Research Interests
- Peritoneal metastasis management; cytoreductive strategies (HIPEC/PIPAC)
- Minimally invasive colorectal and hernia surgery
- Endocrine/thyroid surgical techniques, including transoral approaches
- Gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary oncology
Awards & Honors
- Pioneering early adoption of minimally invasive techniques (e.g., laparoscopic umbilical hernia repair at 424 Military Hospital, 2009)
Affiliations
- Interbalkan Medical Center, Thessaloniki
- Bioclinic Thessaloniki
- Euromedica clinics (e.g., Genesis, Blue Cross – Kyanous Stavros, Zoodochos Pigi)
- Asklepieia Health Cluster
Publications
- Neo-adjuvant PIPAC and Systemic Chemotherapy in Management of Synchronous Peritoneal Metastasis From Gastric Cancer — Athenaeum (2023)
- Treatment options in synchronous peritoneal metastasis from gastric cancer: A retrospective cohort analysis — WJARR (2022)
- Περιτοναϊκή Μετάσταση – Διάγνωση και Θεραπεία (Peritoneal Metastasis – Diagnosis & Treatment) — University Studio Press (2019)
FAQ
1. What are Dr. Farmakis’ main surgical focus areas?
Laparoscopic colorectal and hernia surgery, endocrine/thyroid surgery (including TOETVA), hepatobiliary–pancreatic surgery, and surgical oncology with HIPEC.
2. Where does he see patients?
In Thessaloniki (47 Vasileos Irakleiou, 54623) and Peraia; major procedures are performed in partner private hospitals with full continuity of care.
3. Does he offer video or remote consultations?
Yes. Video consultations are available for pre-assessment, follow-ups, and prescription needs when clinically appropriate.
4. Does he treat children?
Yes. Selected pediatric surgical cases (e.g., hernias) are undertaken up to ~12 years of age when appropriate.
5. What languages does he speak?
Greek and English.
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