Faculty of Health Sciences Dean΄s Office University of Ioannina
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The Faculty of Health Sciences (SHS) has a mission of excellence in education, research, and innovation in the fields of health and biomedical science. Our goal is to shape highly skilled scientists who are capable of meeting the modern needs of society, contributing to the prevention and treatment of diseases, and promoting public health through scientific knowledge and cutting-edge research.
The Dean's Office, as the central coordinating body of the School of Health Sciences, supports and facilitates collaboration among its Departments, striving for coherence and quality in their academic and research activities.
In today’s era of challenges for public universities, the Dean's Office plays an active role in promoting innovative educational practices, continuously upgrading academic programs, and strengthening the School’s international presence through strategic partnerships and outreach activities.
Faculty of Health Sciences Dean΄s Office University of Ioannina
Dimitrios Peschos
Professor, Department of Medicine
Dean
Faculty of Health Sciences
Our key objectives are:
- The strengthening of interdisciplinary integration in education and research.
- The continuous enhancement of the quality of studies, at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- The development of research infrastructure and the attraction of competitive funding.
- The support of mobility for faculty members, other staff, students, and researchers through national and international networks and collaborations.
- The attraction of young, dynamic scientists and the creation of an environment of excellence, innovation, and social contribution.
Strategic Priorities & Vision:
- Looking toward the future, the Dean's Office of the School of Health Sciences at the University of Ioannina has set as a priority the creation of a strong and internationally recognized academic ecosystem.
- Our strategy is to strengthen the connection between education and innovation, entrepreneurship, and the social impact of research.
- Our aim is the development of modern, sustainable infrastructure and the integration of new digital technologies in teaching and administration.
- We aspire for the School of Health Sciences to become a point of reference in Greece and internationally, actively contributing to the shaping of a fair, humane, and technologically advanced future for health and biomedical sciences.
Heads of Departments
Spiridon Konitsiotis
Professor of Neurology Head of Department of Medicine
Petros Maragkos
Professor of Developmental Biology Head of Department of Biological Applications & Technology
Stefanos Matzoukas
Professor of Nursery Head of Nursery Department
Nafsika Ziabra
Professor of Otorhinolaryngology Head of Department of Speech and Language Therapy
