Credentials & Education
- MD – Faculty of Medicine, University of Turin, Italy (Honors Thesis: Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus)
- MSc – Leadership, Innovation & Value-Based Health Policy, University of West Attica
- Specialist Register in Neurosurgery – General Medical Council, UK
- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS)
- International Fellow – American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS)
- European Spine Diploma – EuroSpine Foundation
- “Christos Antoniadis” Neurosurgical Education Award – Hellenic Neurosurgical Society
- “Dignità di Stampa” Research Award – University of Turin
- Multiple international fellowships and distinctions for research and clinical excellence
Languages Spoken
- Greek
- English
- Italian (fluent)
- French (intermediate)
Doctor Name
Dr. Nikolaos Paidakakos
Dr. Nikolaos Paidakakos is an internationally trained neurosurgeon with distinguished experience in Greece and the UK. He served as Consultant Neurosurgeon and Spinal Surgeon at Oxford University Hospitals, where he was also Trauma Lead for Adult Neurosurgery and Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at the University of Oxford. Currently, he practices as a Consultant Neurosurgeon at G. Gennimatas General Hospital in Athens and conducts research at the University of Athens. He also serves as an examiner for the European Board Examination in Neurological Surgery.
About Dr. Nikolaos Paidakakos
His surgical practice covers the full spectrum of brain and spine disorders, with subspecialty expertise in skull base and pituitary tumors, neuro-oncology, complex and revision spine surgery, and minimally invasive techniques. He is widely recognized for his surgical competence, ability to manage highly complex cases, and for his compassionate, patient-centered approach.
Beyond surgery, Dr. Paidakakos is an active academic and medical writer and peer reviewer. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, delivered invited lectures across Europe and the US, and contributes regularly to advancing neurosurgical education and evidence-based practice.
Specializations
- Skull Base & Pituitary Surgery (meningiomas, adenomas, chordomas)
- Neuro-oncology (brain and spinal cord tumors, gliomas, metastases)
- Complex & Revision Spine Surgery (tumors, deformities, endoscopic spine surgery)
- Trigeminal Neuralgia & Pain Surgery (microvascular decompression, neurostimulation)
Why Patients Trust Me
“I believe that world-class neurosurgery requires not only technical excellence but also empathy, clarity, and presence. Patients trust me because I take time to explain, guide, and seek the safest and most effective solutions—always treating each case with the same care I would for my own family.”I’m committed to medical education, physician-to-physician collaboration, and global access to expert care—offering second opinion consultations and expert input to medical teams worldwide. I believe that medicine should be precise, reflective, and humane.
Patient Perspective
“I was told for years my fevers were viral, my rashes allergic, and my joint pain ‘stress.’ It wasn’t until Dr. Kontzias reviewed everything and dug deeper that we found the real cause—an autoinflammatory condition I’d never heard of. His insight changed my life.”
Patient Story
Dr. Paidakakos expertise and gentle approach make every visit reassuring. I trust her judgment and always feel genuinely cared for.
Beyond the Clinic
Outside the operating room, Dr. Paidakakos devotes time to his family, enjoys biking and exploring hidden treasures, and stays active with tennis and basketball. His balance of professional intensity and personal wellbeing reflects the values he shares with his patients.