General Surgeon – MD, PhD
Personal Information:
Vasileios Vougas was born on November 17, 1958, in Cameroon, West Africa. He is married and the father of two daughters. He resides in Kifisia, Attica. He is a member of the Athens Medical Association (Reg. No.: 025072).
Education:
- Medical degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (1982) with the grade “Very Good.”
- Doctoral dissertation at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens on “Hemodynamic Disorders in Acute Pancreatitis” (1990), with the grade “Very Good.”
- Papadakis Foundation scholarship recipient (1979–1982).
Professional Career:
- Extensive medical experience in Greece and the United Kingdom.
- Held significant positions at “Evangelismos” General Hospital, from resident to Director of the 1st Surgical Clinic & Organ Transplant Unit (from 2010 to present).
- Experience at King’s College Hospital – London, in senior positions (1991–1993 & 1995–1996).
Teaching Activity:
- Long-standing teaching activity for students and residents, both in Greece and the United Kingdom.
- Participation in Continuing Education Centers and postgraduate seminars at “Evangelismos.”
- Director of the 1st Surgical Sector (2023–2025).
- Member of the Specialty Examination Committee and Expert at the Central Health Council (KESY).
Scientific – Research Activity:
- Participation in research programs in England (e.g., Wellcome Foundation).
- Organization of transplant research programs in Greece.
- Publications:
- 44 papers in international journals (peer-reviewed).
- 17 papers in Greek journals.
- 120 abstracts.
- 460 presentations at Greek and international conferences.
- 145 participations in seminars/conferences/workshops.
- 1.185 citations in the international literature.
Participation in Societies:
- Member of numerous scientific and medical societies in Greece and abroad, including ESOT, ELITA, IHPBA, and EEM.
- Member of the General Medical Council of the United Kingdom (GMC).
In summary:
Dr. Vasileios Vougas is a distinguished General Surgeon and Director of the Transplant Unit at Evangelismos, with extensive experience, international activity, and a rich scientific record.