Nikolaos Melas, MD, PhD
Medical Specialties
Certifications & Accreditations
Dr. Melas is a distinguished medical professional whose journey is marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence in the field of medicine, particularly in vascular surgery and related areas. Their educational background and professional achievements exemplify their dedication and commitment to advancing medical science and improving patient care.
Education:
Graduated from the School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) in 1996, achieving an exceptional graduation grade of 9.4/10 (excellent), ranking first in their class.
Graduated from the Military School of Officers Corps in 1996, showcasing their commitment to both military service and medical education.
Specialization:
Undertook specialization in Vascular Surgery from 2002 to 2009 at the prestigious 1st X/K Clinic of AUTH, culminating in the attainment of a specialty title in Vascular Surgery in 2010.
Advanced Degrees:
Master of Science (MSc): Conducted groundbreaking research on "Active proximal sealing against type I endoleak in the Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (EVAR)" in Athens in 2016. Their findings were published in the esteemed journal, Journal of Endovascular Therapy, contributing significantly to the field.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): Elaborated a doctoral thesis at the Medical School of AUTH on "Endovascular repair of abdominal aortic aneurysm and mechanical properties that contribute to the support of the endograft," under the supervision of Professor Kiskinis Dimitriou. Their thesis earned them the title of Doctor of the School of Medicine of AUTH in 2010, with the distinction of "excellence." Their pioneering research has had a lasting impact, shaping the methodology of repairing aneurysms with endostaplers.
Completed a six-month further training in Aviation Medicine in 1997 at the Aviation Medicine Center 251 GNA in Athens, showcasing their diverse skill set and commitment to specialized medical areas.
Underwent post-training specialization in the treatment of abdominal and thoracic aortic aneurysms with the use of complex fenestrated endografts in Sydney and Perth, Australia, in 2004. They obtained a user certification in "Certificate of training in fenestrated – branched endografts for AAA" from the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Australia, under the guidance of pioneers ML Brown and D. Hartley.
Pursued retraining and expertise in the use of endostapling devices during endovascular repair of aortic aneurysms at Georgetown University Hospital, Washington DC, under the supervision of angiologist DH Deaton in 2010, demonstrating their commitment to staying abreast of cutting-edge techniques and technologies.
Dr. Mela's academic achievements and specialized training underscore their status as a leader in the field of vascular surgery, with a track record of innovation and excellence that continues to impact the medical community positively.
Dr. Melas is a distinguished medical professional whose journey is marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence in the field of medicine, particularly in vascular surgery and related areas. Their educational background and professional achievements exemplify their dedication and commitment to advancing medical science and improving patient care.
Education:
Graduated from the School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) in 1996, achieving an exceptional graduation grade of 9.4/10 (excellent), ranking first in their class.
Graduated from the Military School of Officers Corps in 1996, showcasing their commitment to both military service and medical education.
Specialization:
Undertook specialization in Vascular Surgery from 2002 to 2009 at the prestigious 1st X/K Clinic of AUTH, culminating in the attainment of a specialty title in Vascular Surgery in 2010.
Advanced Degrees:
Master of Science (MSc): Conducted groundbreaking research on "Active proximal sealing against type I endoleak in the Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (EVAR)" in Athens in 2016. Their findings were published in the esteemed journal, Journal of Endovascular Therapy, contributing significantly to the field.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): Elaborated a doctoral thesis at the Medical School of AUTH on "Endovascular repair of abdominal aortic aneurysm and mechanical properties that contribute to the support of the endograft," under the supervision of Professor Kiskinis Dimitriou. Their thesis earned them the title of Doctor of the School of Medicine of AUTH in 2010, with the distinction of "excellence." Their pioneering research has had a lasting impact, shaping the methodology of repairing aneurysms with endostaplers.
Completed a six-month further training in Aviation Medicine in 1997 at the Aviation Medicine Center 251 GNA in Athens, showcasing their diverse skill set and commitment to specialized medical areas.
Underwent post-training specialization in the treatment of abdominal and thoracic aortic aneurysms with the use of complex fenestrated endografts in Sydney and Perth, Australia, in 2004. They obtained a user certification in "Certificate of training in fenestrated – branched endografts for AAA" from the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Australia, under the guidance of pioneers ML Brown and D. Hartley.
Pursued retraining and expertise in the use of endostapling devices during endovascular repair of aortic aneurysms at Georgetown University Hospital, Washington DC, under the supervision of angiologist DH Deaton in 2010, demonstrating their commitment to staying abreast of cutting-edge techniques and technologies.
Dr. Mela's academic achievements and specialized training underscore their status as a leader in the field of vascular surgery, with a track record of innovation and excellence that continues to impact the medical community positively.
