Born in Greece where he received his M.D.degree. Pursued his postgraduate education in New York. His main interests, academic medicine, painting and poetry. Appointed Professor of Pathology at the Mt.Sinai School of Medicine and Director of Research A.drninistration at Beth Israel Medical Center. Published over 100 articles in scientific journals and books and served as editor of the Greek literary periodical Pyrsos (Torch). Several of his poems were published in anthology books and journals in the US and Greece. His artwork was displayed in 22 exhibits. Received several awards and distinctions for his paintings, poetry and scientific accomplishments.