Dr. Eleftherios Alexiou, Specialist in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine at our Athens clinic, was recently a guest on the Tennis Related podcast, where he had the opportunity to share in depth his personal and professional journey, which has been closely connected to the world of sports from the very beginning.
During the interview, Alexiou reflected on his years as a professional tennis player and member of the Greek national team, explaining how that experience profoundly shaped him not only as an athlete but also as a person. He described the challenges and pressures every athlete faces, emphasizing the importance of taking care not only of the body, but also of the mind and the overall balance of the individual.
His degree in Medicine and specialization in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine
It was precisely from this awareness that his decision to pursue medicine was born: Alexiou chose to embark on a new academic path, earning his degree in Medicine from the University of Athens and later specializing in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine — a field that allowed him to combine his two great passions, health and sports. Today, Alexiou is deeply committed to helping other athletes face the same physical and mental challenges that he himself experienced firsthand as a sportsman.
The importance of recovery and prevention
During the conversation, Alexiou also spoke about the Isokinetic Medical Group, explaining its key role in recovery and injury prevention in sports. He also shared his recent experience as a medical partner of the Davis Cup, a collaboration he considers a major highlight and source of pride in his career.
