Dr. Georgios Matis
Secretary – German Neuromodulation Society
Head – Chronic Pain & Spasticity Unit, Hygeia Hospital, Athens
Bridging Neurosurgical Precision with Humanistic Healing
Redefining Chronic Pain Care Through Innovation and Integrity
With a career that blends scientific precision, philosophical inquiry, and unyielding empathy, Dr. Georgios Matis is recognized as one of Europe’s foremost voices in neuromodulation. Based in Athens, Greece, he currently leads the Chronic Pain and Spasticity – Neuromodulation Unit at Hygeia Hospital, where he brings pioneering technologies and multidisciplinary strategies to patients living with chronic pain and spasticity.
As Secretary of the German Neuromodulation Society and Editorial Board Member of Neuromodulation: Technology at the Neural Interface, Dr. Matis is shaping the future of his field on both clinical and academic fronts.
A Calling Born of Curiosity and Compassion
Dr. Matis’s journey into neuromodulation began with a deeper question:
How do we truly alleviate suffering when traditional methods fall short?
From his early training in Germany—under mentors who were pioneers in the field—he developed not just technical mastery, but a powerful commitment to patient-centered care. His unique blend of surgical skill, philosophical grounding, and clinical leadership has allowed him to lead transformative initiatives across Europe.
Milestones that Matter
Over the years, Dr. Matis has achieved an impressive list of accomplishments:
- Editorial leadership in the leading global journal for neuromodulation
- Early clinical adoption of closed-loop spinal cord stimulation in Germany
- Author of three acclaimed books:
- Intrathecal Therapy and Ziconotide
- From Surgeons to Storytellers
- Pain and Pulses
Each book reflects his mission to blend medicine with meaning—offering insights not just into procedures, but into the lived experience of patients.
Shifting Paradigms: Neuromodulation as a First-Line Treatment
Dr. Matis envisions a world where neuromodulation is no longer the last resort, but a personalized, front-line intervention for chronic pain. At Hygeia Hospital, he is building a Center of Excellence that aims to serve Southeastern Europe and beyond.
“Character is destiny.” – Heraclitus
He believes that institutions must reflect the strength and purpose of those who lead them—with resolve, integrity, and empathy.
Facing Challenges with Resilience and Reason
Despite the remarkable potential of neuromodulation, its underuse remains a global challenge. Patients often suffer due to lack of access, outdated perceptions, or fragmented systems. Dr. Matis meets these barriers head-on—through clinical outcomes, education, and advocacy within prestigious global organizations like the International Neuromodulation Society (INS).
“Resilience is not resistance to change, but the ability to transform hardship into strength.”
Recognition and Respect Across Borders
Dr. Matis holds active medical licenses in Greece, Cyprus, Germany, and Switzerland, reflecting his commitment to cross-border clinical excellence. His leadership roles in the INS and the German Neuromodulation Society reinforce his standing as a global thought leader in pain therapy and spinal neuromodulation.
“For truth is the beginning and end of all things.” – Parmenides
Mentorship and Guidance for the Next Generation
To aspiring neurosurgeons and neuromodulation specialists, Dr. Matis shares this perspective:
“Pursue not only competence, but contemplation. Master the anatomy, the mechanisms, the tools—but never lose sight of the human behind the pain.”
He encourages the next generation to embrace a broader identity—one that values literature, ethics, and empathy alongside evidence-based practice.
Local Impact, Global Voice
As head of the Neuromodulation Unit at Hygeia Hospital, Dr. Matis leads not just procedures, but philosophies of care. In every interdisciplinary meeting and patient consultation, his approach is grounded in both science and soul.
“We are not simply treating pain; we are rewriting the narrative of those who live with it.”
On the Horizon: Projects that Push Boundaries
Dr. Matis is currently leading several high-impact initiatives:
- Expanding his unit’s offerings in closed-loop and hybrid stimulation systems
- Collaborating on multicentric outcome studies across Europe
- Developing educational podcasts and structured training curricula
- Continuing to publish works that explore the philosophy behind pain and care
“Everything originates from the apeiron—the boundless.” – Anaximander
Legacy of Impact
Dr. Georgios Matis is not only advancing the science of neuromodulation—he is redefining what it means to heal. His work bridges the gap between cutting-edge technology and the human experience of suffering.
With every procedure, publication, and podcast, he builds a legacy rooted in integrity, innovation, and empathy. In a field often defined by data, Dr. Matis reminds us that true leadership lies in the harmony of precision and compassion.