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“Katerina is excellent. She has deep knowledge from her years of experience in Germany and genuine care. She helped me manage my chronic migraines, adjusting the treatment until we found the right one. A gem for our region.”
Neurologist in Heraklion, Crete – Katerina Saroukou
Expert neurological care in Heraklion, Crete, with specialist training in Germany
Welcome to Our Practice
Katerina Saroukou is a specialist neurologist with years of experience in neurological clinics and rehabilitation centres in Germany. Her focus areas include stroke management, neurological rehabilitation, and diagnostic neurology, with personalised care for each patient.
After years of practice at neurological hospitals and rehabilitation centres in Germany, Katerina Saroukou now maintains a private practice at the Asklepieion of Crete — a private medical centre in central Heraklion housing several specialist practices — and also collaborates with Euromedica Mitera Kritis and Kokkini Diagnosis.
She holds the German Additional Qualification in Special Pain Therapy (Zusatz-Weiterbildung Spezielle Schmerztherapie), certifying competence in the interdisciplinary care of patients with chronic pain.
Our Services
Neurology Consultations
Comprehensive neurological evaluations, diagnosis, and personalised treatment plans for all neurological conditions.
Learn more →Stroke Management
Care in stroke prevention, post-stroke follow-up, and rehabilitation planning, with experience in stroke management.
Learn more →Headache & Migraine Treatment
Expert diagnosis and treatment of all types of headaches and migraines, including preventive therapies and Botox treatment.
Learn more →Botox Therapy
Botox therapy for chronic migraines, spasticity management, and movement disorders with proven results.
Learn more →Neurological Rehabilitation Planning
Rehabilitation planning, programme design and coordination with therapists for stroke, traumatic brain injury and other neurological conditions.
Learn more →Chronic Pain Management
Interdisciplinary care for chronic pain (neuropathic, musculoskeletal, post-stroke, CRPS), based on the German Additional Qualification in Special Pain Therapy.
Learn more →Why Choose Our Practice
International Experience
Years of clinical experience at German neurological hospitals and rehabilitation centers, now serving patients in Crete.
Specialized Training
Hands-on experience in Botox therapy, neurological rehabilitation, and stroke management.
Multilingual Care
Fluent in Greek, German, and English, providing comfortable and clear communication with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book an appointment with a neurologist in Heraklion?
You can book an appointment by calling +30 697 249 6162 or by emailing katerina.saroukou@gmail.com. The practice is open Monday to Friday at Zografou 8, Heraklion, Crete.
Which neurological conditions does the neurologist treat?
Katerina Saroukou specialises in stroke rehabilitation, chronic migraine and Botox therapy, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, peripheral neuropathy and Alzheimer's dementia.
Does the neurologist speak English or German?
Yes, Katerina Saroukou speaks Greek, English and German. She sees Greek patients as well as tourists and permanent residents of Crete.
Where is the neurology practice located in Heraklion?
The private practice is located at Zografou 8, inside the Asklepieion of Crete building, Heraklion 71201.
Is there a German-speaking neurologist in Crete?
Yes. Katerina Saroukou trained and worked as a neurologist in Germany from 2016 to 2025 (Helios Klinikum Krefeld, Alexius/Josef Krankenhaus Neuss, BG Klinikum Duisburg) and consults fluently in German. Her practice is in Heraklion, Crete.
Which neurologist offers Botox for chronic migraine in Heraklion?
Katerina Saroukou administers onabotulinumtoxinA (Botox) for chronic migraine according to the PREEMPT protocol, for patients with ≥15 headache days per month. Injections are performed at her private practice at Zografou 8, Heraklion.
Is chronic pain treated at the practice?
Yes. Katerina Saroukou holds the German Additional Qualification in Special Pain Therapy (Zusatz-Weiterbildung Spezielle Schmerztherapie). She treats chronic neuropathic and musculoskeletal pain, central post-stroke pain, CRPS and trigeminal neuralgia, with an interdisciplinary approach.
What are the practice's opening hours?
The practice is open Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 19:00, by appointment. Call +30 697 249 6162 or email katerina.saroukou@gmail.com to schedule a visit.
What Our Patients Say
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“A very sympathetic and understanding doctor with her patients. Deeply knowledgeable and takes her time to explain and make you feel comfortable and safe in her hands. Spot on with the diagnosis and treatment. Highly professional.”
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“I visited the neurologist because I was having vertigo. She took the time to examine me thoroughly and showed me some movements to do when the vertigo hits — I've had no problem since. She explains things very well and is patient. I recommend her without hesitation!”
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“Excellent doctor! Kind, approachable, with a scientific approach. I would recommend her without hesitation!”
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“An excellent doctor, with empathy. I'm completely satisfied with my visit to the practice. I recommend her without hesitation.”
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“A fantastic professional, with empathy and a humane approach. She inspires confidence and a feeling of safety.”
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