About Katerina Saroukou

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Professional Profile

Κατερίνα Σαρούκου - Νευρολόγος Ηράκλειο

Katerina Saroukou was born on April 27, 1989, and graduated from the University of Crete Medical School in 2015. She completed her neurology residency at Helios Klinikum Krefeld in Germany (2016-2020), where she gained extensive experience in acute stroke care at a specialized Stroke Unit.

From 2022 to 2025, she served as a Neurologist at BG Klinikum Duisburg, a neurological rehabilitation center in Germany, where she specialized in work-related traumatic brain injuries, acute and chronic pain management, and rehabilitation of complex neurological conditions.

Katerina Saroukou holds certifications in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques, including Botulinum toxin (Botox) therapy for spasticity and neurological conditions, pain management, and vascular ultrasonography. Her continuous training and certification reflect her commitment to providing the best possible care.

Today, Katerina Saroukou maintains a private practice at the Asklepieion of Crete in Heraklion and also collaborates with Euromedica Mitera Kritis and Kokkini Diagnosis, bringing her international experience to serve patients in Crete. She is fluent in Greek, German, and English, offering personalized care to patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Professional Timeline

2007-2015

Medical School

University of Crete Medical School - Completed medical degree with focus on neuroscience and clinical neurology.

2016-2020

Neurology Residency

Helios Klinikum Krefeld, Germany - Neurology residency with specialized training in Stroke Unit, acute stroke management, and intensive neurological monitoring.

2021-2022

Psychiatric Specialty

Alexius/Josef Krankenhaus Neuss, Germany - Specialized training in geriatric psychiatry and alcohol detoxification clinic, with focus on dementia and neurodegenerative diseases.

2022-2025

Neurologist - BG Klinikum Duisburg

BG Klinikum Duisburg, Germany - Specialist neurologist at one of Germany's premier neurological rehabilitation centers, focusing on traumatic brain injuries, pain management, and complex neurological rehabilitation.

Current

Private Practice - Heraklion, Crete

Asklepieion of Crete, Heraklion - Private neurology practice providing comprehensive neurological care to patients in Crete, combining international expertise with local accessibility.

Areas of Expertise

Stroke Prevention and Follow-up Care
Neurological Rehabilitation
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Peripheral Nervous System Disorders
Spasticity Treatment
Botox Therapy (Therapeutic)
Pain Management (Acute & Chronic)
Headaches and Migraines
Geriatric Neurology and Dementia

Certifications & Training

Spasticity Treatment

Specialized training in comprehensive spasticity management for post-stroke and neurological patients.

Neurology Updates & CME

Regular participation in continuing medical education and neurology updates (2018-2024).

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