Experienced academic and healthcare leader with 20+ years in Medical Microbiology, specializing in clinical diagnostics, antimicrobial resistance, and healthcare-associated infections. Associate Professor at NKUA’s Medical School, teaching and mentoring students since 2009. Published 52 papers with 1,587 citations and an h-index of 24 (Scopus, 2024). Held key leadership roles in hospitals and biomedicine organizations. Passionate about advancing clinical microbiology, infection control, and medical education through research, innovation, and collaborative teamwork in academia and healthcare.