Alex is a lecturer in Physiotherapy within the Faculty of Health, Education, and Society, where he brings together his clinical experience and passion for teaching to prepare the next generation of physiotherapists. With a strong focus on cardiorespiratory care, Alex strives to make his students think beyond textbook answers, encouraging them to approach the human body as a complex system that interacts with its environment—both physically and socially.
After earning his First-class BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy from the University of West Attica in Athens, Greece, in 2015, Alex went on to complete his MSc in Musculoskeletal Healthcare and Rehabilitation at University College London in 2016. His early career included working in a private outpatient clinic in Athens, seeing a variety of patients, as well as serving in the Greek military under the Hellenic Forces in Cyprus, where he held the rank of Sergeant. In addition to his role as a medic, Alex served as a “rifleman/demolitions specialist”, which honed his ability to remain calm and effective under pressure—skills he now brings into his clinical and education role.
In 2017, Alex moved to the U.K. and joined Kettering General Hospital, where he gained hands-on experience across a wide range of specialities, including trauma, orthopaedics, urgent care, and intensive care. The early waves of the COVID-19 pandemic moved his focus on cardiorespiratory physiotherapy, a discipline that became central to his career as he worked closely with critically ill patients in ICU settings. His experience during this time continues to influence his approach to both clinical practice and education.
Since joining the University of Northampton in 2021, Alex has been responsible for the cardiorespiratory module within the MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-registration) programme. He believes in fostering strong clinical reasoning skills through active engagement, blending simulation training with the latest in digital learning techniques to create a learning environment that’s as dynamic as healthcare itself.
Alex also works clinically as a cardiorespiratory physiotherapy specialist in a private practice local to Northamptonshire.
When he’s not in the classroom or in clinic you’ll likely find Alex hiking, climbing, or out on a long walk with his loyal Welsh Corgi. He’s also a PADI Certified Rescue Diver and is working toward Fellowship Accreditation in Higher Education. On quieter days, he enjoys video and tabletop games or (attempting) to tend to his garden.
