✓ Geverifieerd
Vertrouwensscore 98/100
Mr Kostas Papagiannopoulos
Cardiothoracic Surgery · Leeds
👤 16 jaar ervaring
12,169+
Patients seen
16
Years in practice
7
Publications
2
Languages spoken
Over
Mr Kostas Papagiannopoulos is a Senior Consultant Thoracic Surgeon internationally recognised as one of the most experienced surgeons in the management of chest wall pathology, airways and lung cancer. He is currently based in Leeds and sees patients at St James' University Hospital and private patients at Spire Leeds Hospital. He has over 25 years of experience in the management of patients with chest conditions, including conditions of the chest wall, airways, diaphragm and mediastinum.
Mr Papagiannopoulos completed his primary medical qualification at the University of Crete, Greece in 1990. He later completed his MMed Thorax degree in Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Stellenbosch, South Africa in 1997 followed by his CTH in Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Athens, Greece in 2001.
He has expertise in all aspects of thoracic illnesses and conditions, including: emphysema, COPD, lung cancer, oesophageal cancer and rib fractures. He offers a range of procedures and treatments to manage these conditions, including minimally invasive (keyhole) surgery, thoracoscopic cervical sympathectomy, pectus repairs, laser treatment, stents, tracheoplasties and lung volume reduction.
Mr Papagiannopoulos is passionate about establishing and retaining a first class service in his current clinical practices in Leeds, with his patients being held at the centre of his practice. His main drive is to develop a relationship of mutual confidence, trust and respect with his patients and their families.
Alongside his clinical practice, he holds leadership positions in thoracic surgery across the Globe. He is also a Senior Lecturer at the University of Leeds and a Member of the Global Educational Council of J&J.
Mr Papagiannopoulos completed his primary medical qualification at the University of Crete, Greece in 1990. He later completed his MMed Thorax degree in Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Stellenbosch, South Africa in 1997 followed by his CTH in Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Athens, Greece in 2001.
He has expertise in all aspects of thoracic illnesses and conditions, including: emphysema, COPD, lung cancer, oesophageal cancer and rib fractures. He offers a range of procedures and treatments to manage these conditions, including minimally invasive (keyhole) surgery, thoracoscopic cervical sympathectomy, pectus repairs, laser treatment, stents, tracheoplasties and lung volume reduction.
Mr Papagiannopoulos is passionate about establishing and retaining a first class service in his current clinical practices in Leeds, with his patients being held at the centre of his practice. His main drive is to develop a relationship of mutual confidence, trust and respect with his patients and their families.
Alongside his clinical practice, he holds leadership positions in thoracic surgery across the Globe. He is also a Senior Lecturer at the University of Leeds and a Member of the Global Educational Council of J&J.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Mr Kostas Papagiannopoulos
Opleiding & training
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2000–2006 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2006–2010 Residency · Cardiothoracic Surgery
Carrière & aanstellingen
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2010-09–2011-08 Junior consultant
Vergunningen & verzekering
Medische licenties
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Boardcertificeringen
European Board of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering:
Generali Healthcare · 2,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file
Uitgevoerde procedures
| Procedure | Code | Levenslang aantal |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,160 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 510 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,934 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,545 |
Diensten & prijzen
| Dienst | Duur | Modaliteit | Prijs |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 120 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
Praktijk, team & in praktijk
Video's
Onderzoek & publicaties
h-index: 16 · i10: 8
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Long-term follow-up of Cardiothoracic Surgery across GB
DOI: 10.2864/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 38456474 · geciteerd door 56
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Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiothoracic Surgery
DOI: 10.1120/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 34982687 · geciteerd door 98
Uitgenodigde lezingen
- Practical updates in Cardiothoracic Surgery European Annual Congress (Cardiothoracic Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery National Society Meeting · Leeds · 2023 · oral abstract
Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen
Onderscheidingen
- 🏆 Top-rated Cardiothoracic Surgery — Leeds · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
Lidmaatschappen
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Sinds 2011
- national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2011
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2011
Artikelen van deze arts
- Patient education Patient guide to Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Awareness When should you see a cardiothoracic surgery?
Voor internationale patiënten
- Coördinator
- Patient liaison · mr.kostas.papagiannopoulos@euroclinics.example
- Geaccepteerde internationale verzekeringen
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Locatie
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1 geverifieerde recensies5.00
★★★★★
1 recensie
- Bedside Manner
- 5.0
- Knowledge
- 5.0
- Wait Time
- 4.8
- Staff Friendliness
- 5.0
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.9
- Value For Money
- 4.9
- Would Recommend Pct
- 99.0
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Recente recensies
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★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Geverifieerd Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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