Dr. Sophia Delicou

Dr. Sophia Delicou is a senior hematologist with over 20 years of specialized expertise in Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), and bone marrow transplant follow-up. As Head of the Thalassemia & SCD Unit at Hippokrateio General Hospital in Athens, she leads multidisciplinary care for TD and NTDT patients, integrating novel diagnostics (MRI, genomics) and new therapies.  Her clinical leadership is complemented by active research roles as principal investigator in international clinical trials.

Dr. Delicou has significantly advanced national protocols and contributed to international guidelines. As Chair of the Red Cell & Hemoglobinopathies Committee of the Hellenic Society of Hematology, she promotes evidence-based care and awareness  initiatives. Deeply committed to patient empowerment, she has developed education programs improving treatment adherence and quality of life. With over 50 publications and frequent  international presentations, Dr. Delicou bridges scientific advancement and clinical application to improve long-term outcomes in hemoglobinopathy care.