Short Bio
Dr Ioannis Chatzistefanou MD, DDS, PhD, aFACS is the CEO and Clinical director of the O.M.S. Facial Aesthetics and O.M.S. Implant & Dental Center.
Dr. Ioannis Chatzistefanou is a certified Maxillofacial surgeon, with a special interest in Face and Jaw Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery. During his training he gained broad experience in face and jaw surgery in some of the top health care systems worldwide (University of Maryland, USA, University College London UCLH, UK, etc.).
Dr. Chatzistefanou is Lieutenant Colonel in Hellenic Army Medical Corps and serves as a maxillofacial consultant at the 424 Military Hospital in Thessaloniki, Greece. He also part time Honorary Faculty Member at the Medical school of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki with special interest the maxillofacial / head & neck oncology and reconstruction. Dr. Chatzistefanou is the director of the 2nd Maxillofacial Department of the Athens Medical Group, one of the most distinguished private health care providers in Greece.
He has been awarded the "EXCELLENCE AWARD" of the Deanery of Health Sciences of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and specializes in facial 3D design and computer-guided surgery (IPS - Individual Patient Solutions).
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Profile
- Training & Experience
Military Doctor | Curator 424 G.S.N.E.
Doctor of Excellence and Academic Scholar of Medicine A.P.Th.
Excellence Award of the Dean of Medicine A.P.Th.
Dntis II Maxillofacial Clinic of the Medical Group of AthensAmerican College of Surgeons | ACS
American Head and Neck Society | AHNS
European Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Association | EACMFS - Clinical Interests /
Specialization1. Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery:
Focusing on enhancing facial aesthetics and restoring functional integrity.2. Oral Oncology:
Specializing in the surgical treatment and rehabilitation of oral cancers.3. Dental Implants:
Performing complex rehabilitation using dental implants.4. Full Digital and Guided Orthognathic Surgery:
Utilizing advanced digital techniques for surgical planning and execution.5. Facial Aesthetic Procedures:
Including injectable treatments such as neuromodulators and fillers, as well as regenerative aesthetic medicine using PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma). - Research Interests
International Conferences:
- Overview of oral mucosal melanoma therapeutic approach. 7th European Congress on Head & Neck Oncology, European Head & Neck Society, 2016.
- Diagnostic and prognostic significance of perineural invasion associated clinical features in oral squamous cell carcinoma. 7th European Congress on Head & Neck Oncology, European Head & Neck Society, 2016.
- The role of neck dissection and postoperative adjuvant radiotherapy in cN0 patients with PNI-positive squamous cell carcinoma of the oral cavity. World Congress on Head and Neck Surgery – International Federation of Head & Neck Oncologic Societies/ (IFHNOS) / American Head & Neck Society (AHNS), New York, USA, 2014.
- Minor Salivary Gland Tumors: A retrospective series of 28 Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma cases. World Congress – 4th International Association of Oral Oncology, 2013.
- The use of a modified cervicopectoral flap for functional and aesthetic reconstruction of upper third facial ablative defects. 4th European Conference on Neck & Head Oncology, EHNS, 2010.
Greek Conferences:- The role of 3D surgical planning (Virtual Surgical Planning) in Maxillofacial Surgery. Invited speaker at an educational seminar at the Medical School of Athens, Greek Academy of Sciences. 2019.
- Drug-Related Osteonecrosis – MRONJ. Invited speaker at the 4th scientific meeting of the Dental Association of Preveza. 2018.
- Reconstruction in the second year of a large postoperative bone defect in the mandible with a free fibular flap. 35th Conference of the Orthopedic Trauma Society of Macedonia - Thrace. 2016.
- Revelation of a molar in a fibrous dysplasia ground. Dental Society of Northern Greece, 2016.
- Odontogenic Sinusitis: A Retrospective Study of a Series of 26 Cases. 18th Panhellenic Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Conference, 2015.
- Oral microbial load in a hospital setting: artificial kidney, intensive care unit, hospital stay. AGENDA: Oral environment in hospitalized patients and special patients, 2015.
- Sinusitis in children and adults. AGENDA: Pathology and Surgery of the Maxillary Sinus, 2014.
- The role of robotically assisted surgery in the rehabilitation of acquired facial deformity. 25th Armed Forces Medical Conference, 2014.
- Secondary Repair of Maxillary Alveolar Cleft. 25th Armed Forces Medical Conference, 2014.
- Oral mucosal melanoma. A special type of melanoma in the head and neck area. 25th Armed Forces Medical Conference, 2014.
- Damage to the eye socket. Clinical semiology and management. 25th Armed Forces Medical Conference, 2014.
- Tongue Cancer: Predisposition and Prognostic Factors. 25th Armed Forces Medical Conference, 2014.
- Immediate Reconstruction of Mandibular Defects Following Resection of Benign Pathology. (Multidisciplinary Head and Neck Cancer Clinic, University of Illinois, Chicago), 23rd Armed Forces Medical Conference, 2010.
- Available Algorithms for Ablative Defect Reconstruction in the Head and Neck Region. (Multidisciplinary Head and Neck Cancer Clinic, University of Illinois, Chicago), 23rd Armed Forces Medical Conference, 2010.
- Indications for surgical removal of osteochondromas (exostoses). Long-term results after surgical treatment. 23rd Armed Forces Medical Conference, 2010.
- Aesthetic and Functional restoration of a large postoperative deficit of the preorbital and temporal region with a modified cervicothoracic flap. 22nd Armed Forces Medical Conference, 2008.
- Aesthetic and Functional reconstruction of the upper jaw, palate and nasal cavity with a temporal muscle flap. 22nd Panhellenic Congress of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2008.
- Open type rhinoplasty A reliable solution to nose problems with severe aesthetic and functional disorders. 22nd Panhellenic Congress of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2008.
- Restoration of extensive craniofacial bone defects with appropriately shaped titanium mesh. 22nd Panhellenic Congress of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2008. - Conditions Treated
- Oral and Maxillofacial Oncology: Treatment of cancers of the oral cavity, including tongue, gums, and jaws, as well as salivary gland tumors.
- Facial Trauma: Addressing facial injuries from accidents, including fractures of the jaw, cheekbones, and eye sockets.
- Orthognathic (Jaw) Surgery: Correction of jaw misalignment and facial asymmetries to improve both function and appearance.
- Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders: Surgical and non-surgical treatment for TMJ pain and dysfunction.
- Sleep Apnea: Surgical interventions to correct airway obstructions contributing to sleep apnea.
- Dental and Jaw Infections: Management of infections related to the teeth, jaws, and surrounding structures.
- Cleft Lip and Palate: Surgical repair of congenital deformities of the lip and palate.
- Aesthetic Facial Procedures: Facial cosmetic surgeries like chin and jaw contouring, rhinoplasty (nose surgery), and non-surgical procedures like fillers and Botox. - Publications
- The Role of the Perineural Invasion in Treatment Decisions for Oral Cancer Patients: A review of the literature. Chatzistefanou I, Lubek J, Markou K, Ord R. J Cranio-Maxillofac Surg; 2017.
- The Role of Neck Dissection and Postoperative Adjuvant Radiotherapy in cN0 patients with PNI-positive squamous cell carcinoma of the oral cavity. Chatzistefanou I, Lubek J, Markou K, Ord R. Oral Oncology. 2014? 50: 753–758.
- Adenoid cystic carcinoma of the minor salivary glands: a retrospective series of 29 cases and review of the literature. Shum WJ, Chatzistefanou I, Qaisi M, Lubek J, Ord O. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol 2016; 121:210-214.
- Primary mucosal melanoma of the oral cavity: Current therapy and future directions. Chatzistefanou I, Kolokythas A, Vahtzevanos K, Antoniades K. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol 2016; 122: 17-27.
- Ewing's sarcoma of the mandible. An impressive case of spontaneous mandible regeneration. Chatzistefanou I, Kabesi S, Paraskevopoulos K, Koliouskas D, Antoniades K. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2016; 9(3) 273-277.
- Melkersson-Rosenthal Syndrome. Chatzistefanou I, Zikos P, Venetis Gr. World J Stomatol. 2015? 4(1): 8-11.
- Functional and Aesthetic Reconstruction of Extensive Oral Ablative Defects Using Temporalis Muscle Flap: A Case Report and a Sort Review. Michaelidis I, Chatzistefanou I. J Cranio-Maxillofac Surg 2011; 39(3): 200-205.
- Overview of oral mucosal melanoma therapeutic approach. Chatzistefanou I, Kolokythas A, Vahtsevanos K, Antoniades K. 7th European Congress on Head & Neck Oncology Abstract Book. 2016? PP-120 [Abstract].
- Diagnostic and prognostic significance of perineural invasion associated clinical features in oral squamous cell carcinoma. Lubek J, Chatzistefanou I, Markou K, Dyalram D, Ord R. 7th European Congress on Head & Neck Oncology Abstract Book. 2016? PP-120 [Abstract].
- The use of a modified cervicopectoral flap for functional and aesthetic reconstruction of upper third facial ablative defects. Michaelidis I, Chatzistefanou I. Arch Oto-Rhinolaryngology Head & Neck, for the 4th European Congress on Head and Neck Oncology. 2010? 267 (Supp 1): S53/ PP100 [Abstract].
Participation in Books
- Head and Neck Cancer • Chapter: Adverse Histologic Features in Oral Cancer, 2016.
- Oral and Maxillofacial Diseases • Chapter: Odontogenic Cysts, 2015.
- ORAL PATHOLOGY AT A GLANCE • Translation: “Oral Pathology at a Glance”. E.O. PARISIANOU. - Other Locations 9 Distomou str., Athens | European Interbalkan Medical Center, 10 Asklipiou str., Thessaloniki | Athens Medical Center, 5-7 Distomou str., Athens
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