Neuro-rTMS is a private neurological practice located in Athens, Greece led by Dr. Maria Ioanna Stefanou, MD, MSc, PhD.
Dr. Stefanou is a neurologist, specialized in non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) techniques. She graduated from the School of Medicine of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in 2013. Between 2013 and 2014, she studied at the Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London, and received an MSc degree in Clinical Neuroscience with Distinction (Honours). Between 2014 and 2021, she specialized in adult neurology at the Department of Neurology & Stroke Unit of the Eberhard-Karls University of Tübingen, Germany.
- Studies
- Dr. Stefanou is a neurologist, specialized in non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) techniques. She graduated from the School of Medicine of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in 2013.
- 2013 - 2014
- Between 2013 and 2014, she studied at the Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London, and received an MSc degree in Clinical Neuroscience with Distinction (Honours).
- 2014 - 2021
- Between 2014 and 2021, she specialized in adult neurology at the Department of Neurology & Stroke Unit of the Eberhard-Karls University of Tübingen, Germany, and completed her psychiatry training at the Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy of the University Hospital Tübingen.
- Specialization
- She specialized in clinical applications of NIBS, and her research at the Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research focused on the combined use of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and electroencephalography (EEG). In 2021, after completing her doctoral dissertation on EEG-TMS, she was awarded a Dr.med. (Doctor of medicine) degree with Distinction (summa cum laude).
- Certification
- She is certified in clinical applications of TMS by the Maastricht University, the Netherlands. In 2021, she received the German Board of Neurology certification (Fachärztin für Neurologie), before moving on to an appointment as Research Associate & Senior Lecturer at the Second Department of Neurology of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece, "Attikon" University Hospital.
- Publications and contributions
- Dr. Stefanou has participated as invited speaker and presenter in many international and national congresses, and has (co-)authored >90 scientific publications ( >1500 citations, h-index 21). Besides clinical work and research, she has actively engaged in academic teaching and mentoring of medical students and neurology trainees, while she is also an active member of the German Academy of Neurology (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Neurologie, DGN), the European Academy of Neurology (EAN), the EAN Scientific Panel on Neurorehabilitation, the European Stroke Organisation (ESO), and the Women Initiative for Stroke in Europe (WISE).
"The challenge of neurology is to understand the very essence of humanity"
Neurology, as the science that studies the brain and nervous system, extends beyond diagnosing and treating medical conditions. Its challenge is much broader: through understanding the brain's functions, it seeks to shed light on human existence itself—our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
The quest for answers in neurology is closely tied to the understanding of ourselves. By exploring the complex connections of the nervous system, scientists aim to uncover the mysteries of consciousness and personality. Thus, neurology not only aids in combating illnesses but also helps us explore the essence of human nature.
Neurology Practice
Welcome to the neurology practice of Dr. Maria Ioanna Stefanou, where compassionate care meets cutting-edge medical technology.
Our practice is dedicated to diagnosing and treating a wide range of neurological disorders, ensuring that each patient receives personalized attention and the highest standard of care.
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Neuro-rTMS Center
Telephone: +30 2107780853
Mobile: +30 6944328713
Address: Papadiamantopoulou 24B, 115 28, Athens
Email: [email protected]
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