The Hellenic Medical Society of Australia

07/06/2026

On behalf of the president of the HMSA Associate Professor Marinis Pirpiris secretary Dr Athina Pirpiris laid a wreath on behalf of the membership at the Shrine of Remembrance on the Saturday 23rd May 2026.
This was a ceremony organised to commemorate the 85th Anniversary of the Battle of Crete and remember the brave men and women from Australia, Greece and other nations who fell in the invasion of Crete during the Second World War by the German forces.
The event was organised by the Batte of Crete and Greek Commemorative Council. There were many key representatives present at the ceremony including Consul General of Greece, Ms Dimitra Georgantzoglou and Chair of the Battle of Crete and Greece Commemorative Council, Ms Natasha Spanos.

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05/06/2026

Hellenic Medical Society and PRONIA host community forum on back pain. Read the full article here.
SOURCE: The Greek Herald
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The Hellenic Medical Society of Australia (HMSA), with PRONIA, hosted a free community educational event on ‘Understanding Back Pain’.

03/06/2026

Greek-Australian health experts draw strong crowd for Back Pain Forum at New Footscray Hospital. Read the full article here
SOURCE: Neos Kosmos
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More than 70 community members attended the free educational event hosted by the Hellenic Medical Society of Australia and PRONIA, highlighting prevention, treatment and the importance of early intervention

02/06/2026

On Sunday, 31st May 2026, the Hellenic Medical Society of Australia (HMSA), in collaboration with PRONIA, hosted a free community educational event on ‘Understanding Back Pain’, at the New Footscray Hospital. It was a well-attended event with seventy people in attendance.

On the panel were Dr James Dimou, consultant neurosurgeon, Dr Arete Kouteris, general practitioner, Dr Stephen Fasulakis, interventional radiologist, Debbie Spanos, physiotherapist and Dr Ken Teng, neurosurgical registrar. The event was expertly MC’d by Dr Dean Kotsianis, a junior doctor currently based at Footscray Hospital.

It was an interactive and dynamic panel session, with an introduction of spinal anatomy and common conditions. This was followed by a series of discussions regarding the assessment and diagnosis of the causes of back pain, as well as conservative, radiological and surgical management of back pain. There were also demonstrations of the various types of exercises that can be done to prevent back pain from occurring.

There was a fully engaged Q&A session which continued well beyond the conclusion of the event.

HMSA thanks PRONIA for its collaboration in this event. We also thank the Footscray Hospital for its support through the use of its new Community Centre.

HMSA also thanks its sponsors for their ongoing support that continues to permit these events being held, including DBG Health, Genomic Diagnostics, Greek Media Group, Zaparas Lawyers (Mr Harry Hatzis for attending), Accountancy Group Pty Ltd, Mantzis Family Trust, Alex Bros Jewellers.

Photos: Con Deves

26/05/2026

Thank you Sylvia Hadjiantoniou and the whole team at PRONIA for your collaboration and support in this upcoming community event on back pain. Thank you also for the opportunity to interview on your segment on 3XY. We look forward to seeing everyone this Sunday!

Few places remain, anyone is welcome to register: https://ow.ly/ROgX50Z3Sfi

PRONIA is privileged to be partnering with Hellenic Medical Society of Australia on the upcoming community health event, “Understanding Back Pain,” It was an absolute pleasure to have Dr. Dimou as my guest on 3XY segment - Discussions with the CEO - to talk to our community about the event and importance of understanding back pain.
If you, or a loved one experience back pain, see event details below and register to attend the event. Registrations are essential and everyone is welcome! Click the link to register: https://ow.ly/ROgX50Z3Sfi

Date: Sunday, 31 May
Time: Registration from 1:30pm | Event starts at 2:00pm
Location:
Footscray Hospital Community Centre
89 Ballarat Road, Footscray
Cost: Free

24/05/2026

Have you booked?

HMSA in collaboration with PRONIA invites you to its community event "Understanding Back Pain" to be held at the new state of the art Footscray Hospital.

If you are struggling with back pain join us for an expert-led event. Featuring 3 of our expert leaders Dr Stephen Fasulakis, Interventional Radiologist, Ms Debbie Spanos, Physiotherapist and Dr Dean Kotsianis, Resident Medical Officer who will come together to share practical insights into back pain—covering diagnosis, treatment options, and recovery. Gain a clearer understanding of what’s happening in the spine and how a multidisciplinary approach can lead to better outcomes.

Event details:
📅 Sunday 31st May
⏰ 1.30pm for registration for 2.00pm start
📍Footscray Hospital Community Centre, 89 Ballarat Rd, Footscray

To register:
Please register your attendance at the below link to secure your place. Bookings are essential. (Please ensure that the entire booking process has been completed and that you receive a ticket.)

Book your ticket at this link here
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/understanding-back-pain-tickets-1987373319096?aff=oddtdtcreator

For any event enquiries please email [email protected] or via phone on 0417 514 170.

DBG Health Genomic Diagnostics Accountancy Group Pty Ltd Zaparas Lawyers Mantzis Family Trust Alex Bros Jewellers Neos Kosmos The Greek Herald 3XY TaNea Roula Krikellis Western Health PRONIA Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne and Victoria

19/05/2026

Tune in to 3XY tomorrow, Wednesday the 20th of May from 3pm - 4pm to hear our CEO Sylvia Hadjiantoniou speak with Dr. James Dimou ahead of the upcoming community event 'Understanding Back Pain' on Sunday May 31st.
If you are interested in attending the event, please book your place by clicking the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/understanding-back-pain-tickets-1987373319096?aff=oddtdtcreator

18/05/2026

Have you booked?

HMSA in collaboration with PRONIA invites you to its community event "Understanding Back Pain" to be held at the new state of the art Footscray Hospital.

If you are struggling with back pain join us for an expert-led event. Featuring 2 of our expert leaders Dr James Dimou, neurosurgeon and Dr Arete Kouteris, GP who will come together to share practical insights into back pain—covering diagnosis, treatment options, and recovery. Gain a clearer understanding of what’s happening in the spine and how a multidisciplinary approach can lead to better outcomes.

Event details:

📅 Sunday 31st May
⏰ 1.30pm for registration for 2.00pm start
📍Footscray Hospital Community Centre, 89 Ballarat Rd, Footscray

To register:

Please register your attendance at the below link. Bookings are essential. (Please ensure the entire booking process has been completed and that you receive a ticket.)

Book your ticket at this link here

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/understanding-back-pain-tickets-1987373319096?aff=oddtdtcreator

For any event enquiries please email [email protected] or via phone on 0417 514 170.

DBG Health Genomic Diagnostics Accountancy Group Pty Ltd Zaparas Lawyers Helen Mantzis Alex Bros Jewellers Neos Kosmos The Greek Herald 3XY Radio Hellas Roula Krikellis Western Health PRONIA Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne and Victoria

16/05/2026

Thank you The Greek Herald for sharing. We welcome all members of the community to register for this free educational event 'Understanding Back Pain'. Back pain is a very common problem affecting millions of Australians on a daily basis.

Bring your colleagues, friends, parents, grandparents. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday 31st May, 1:30-4:00pm at the new Footscray Hospital.

Registrations are essential and can be made using this link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/understanding-back-pain-tickets-1987373319096?aff=oddtdtcreator

The Hellenic Medical Society of Australia in collaboration with PRONIA invite the broader community and interested parties to register and attend an educational event on back pain.

FULL STORY: https://bit.ly/4dbRmua

13/05/2026

Join Roula Krikellis on THE KK FACTOR for an insightful and important conversation with renowned neurosurgeon James Dimou as they discuss one of the most com...