Sophia Wakefield | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sophia Wakefield | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Doctor University of Leeds United Kingdom

Dr. Sophia Wakefield, born in 1999, is a dynamic medical professional currently serving as a Hospital Doctor under Health Education Yorkshire and Humber. She has a strong foundation in trauma and orthopaedics, with a passion for advancing patient care and medical research. Her journey in medicine is marked by academic excellence and a commitment to clinical and educational development.

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Education 🎓

  • Master of Research in Medicine (Distinction) – University of Leeds (Sept 2023 – Sept 2024)
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education (Distinction) – University of Leeds (Sept 2023 – June 2024)
  • MBBCh – Cardiff University (Sept 2017 – July 2023)
  • BSc in Clinical Sports Science (First Class Honours) – Cardiff University (Sept 2021 – June 2022)

Experience 🩺

Dr. Wakefield has accumulated valuable clinical experience in trauma and orthopaedics, contributing to patient care and mentoring peers. She actively participates in conferences and research initiatives, showcasing her expertise through numerous publications, presentations, and leadership roles.

Research Interests 🔬

Dr. Wakefield is deeply interested in trauma and orthopaedics, specifically the management of fractures, surgical innovation, and improving patient outcomes. Her focus extends to addressing sexual and urinary dysfunction post-fractures and advancing techniques for bone defect management.

Awards 🏆

  • Second Place Oral Presentation – RCSEd Foundation Trainees Surgical Society National Conference (2024)
  • £6k Funding Grant – Leeds Hospitals Charity (2024)

Publications Top Notes: 📚

Wakefield, S.M., Kanakaris, N.K., & Giannoudis, P.V. (2025). Sexual and Urinary Dysfunction Following Isolated Acetabulum Fractures: A Systematic Review of the Literature. J Clin Med, 1, 230. Read here.
Cited by: 5 articles

Watson, P., Hanna, D., Wakefield, S.M., et al. (2024). Undergraduate rheumatology teaching in the UK: a survey of current practice by teachers and students. Rheumatology Advances in Practice, 8(4), rkae112. Read here.
Cited by: 12 articles

Wakefield, S.M., Rodham, P.L., & Giannoudis, P.V. (2024). The management of intertrochanteric hip fractures: an update. Orthopaedics and Trauma, 38(2), 70-77. Read here.
Cited by: 8 articles

Wakefield, S.M., Papakostidis, C., et al. (2024). Distraction osteogenesis vs. induced membrane technique for infected tibial non-unions: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg, 50(3), 705–721. Read here.
Cited by: 15 articles

Kotsarinis, G., Wakefield, S.M., et al. (2023). Stabilization of Tibial Fractures at Risk of Complications with the Bactiguard Intramedullary Nail. J Orthop Trauma, 37(11S), S12–S17. Read here.
Cited by: 7 articles

Kotsarinis, G., Mauffrey, O., Wakefield, S.M., et al. (2023). Neglected pelvic fragility fracture managed with unilateral triangular osteosynthesis. Trauma Case Reports, 48. Read here.
Cited by: 4 articles

Wakefield, S.M., Giannoudis, V.P., & Giannoudis, P.V. (2023). Clavicular bone defects managed with free vascularised fibular grafting: evidence to date. Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol. Read here.
Cited by: 9 articles

Tebby, J., Giannoudis, V.P., Wakefield, S.M., et al. (2023). Do Patients with Diabetes Mellitus and Polytrauma Continue to Have Worse Outcomes?. J Clin Med, 12(10), 3423. Read here.
Cited by: 6 articles

Wakefield, S.M., & Giannoudis, P.V. (2023). Rare Bi-focal Presentation of Avascular Necrosis of the Femoral Head. Cureus, 15(3), e36423. Read here.
Cited by: 5 articles

Wakefield, S.M., Giannoudis, V., & Giannoudis, P.V. (2023). Reconstruction of a neglected hyperextension-bicondylar tibial plateau fracture 9 months after original injury. Trauma Case Reports, 45. Read here.
Cited by: 4 articles

Wakefield, S.M., Giannoudis, V., Messori, M., et al. (2022). Atypical APC-1 pelvic fracture with instability: successful management with pubic symphysis fusion. BMJ Case Reports, 15(12), e252473. Read here.
Cited by: 3 articles

Wakefield, R.J., Smith, K., Wakefield, S.M., et al. (2021). Tendon paratenon involvement in gout: an ultrasound feature of tendinous gout?. Joint Bone Spine, 88(1), 105051. Read here.
Cited by: 10 articles

Maria Yavropoulou | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Maria Yavropoulou | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Endocrinology Consultant LAIKO University Hospital, Medicine school, national and Kapodistrian University of Athens Greece

Dr. Maria Yavropoulou is a distinguished Endocrinology Consultant at the Endocrinology Unit of the 1st Department of Propaedeutic and Internal Medicine, Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). Based at LAIKO University Hospital in Athens, Greece, she specializes in managing endocrine disorders, with a keen focus on rare diseases of calcium and phosphate metabolism.

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Education 🎓

  • Medical Degree: Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTh), Greece.
  • Endocrinology Specialization: AHEPA University Hospital, Thessaloniki.
  • Advanced Training: University of Leiden, Netherlands (LUMC), under Prof. Socrates Papapoulos; University of Arkansas, USA (UAMS), under Prof. Stavros Manolagas.
  • Ph.D.: Bone metabolism diseases, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTh).
  • Master’s Degrees:
    • “Translational Research in Molecular Biology and Genetics” (NKUA).
    • “Epidemiology – Research Methodology in Biomedical Sciences in Clinical Practice and Public Health” (NKUA).

Experience 🩺

  • Consultant actively managing all endocrine diseases, emphasizing rare calcium and phosphate metabolism disorders.
  • Deputy Head (since 2019): Center for Expertise of Rare Disorders of Calcium and Phosphate Metabolism (C.E.R.E.D), LAIKO Hospital.
  • Patient and Quality Coordinator: Center for Expertise for Adult Langerhans Histiocytosis, Athens.
  • Prestigious Memberships: Member of European Calcified Tissue Society, Steering Committee Member of ESE Educational Programme on Rare Disorders.

Research Interests 🧬

Dr. Yavropoulou’s research focuses on:

  • Bone metabolism and associated molecular mechanisms.
  • Diabetes and its intersection with endocrine disorders.
  • Cortisol production and its impact on rheumatoid arthritis.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Yavropoulou’s exemplary work has earned her numerous accolades, including:

  1. Jens Sandahl Christiansen Award (2020) – European Society of Endocrinology.
  2. G. TOLIS Award (2019) – Hellenic Endocrine Society.
  3. D. IKKOS Awards (2021, 2022) – Clinical Research, Hellenic Endocrine Society.
  4. EJE Rising Star Award (2022) – European Journal of Endocrinology.
  5. Excellence Scholarship in Ph.D. Thesis (2009-2010) – Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.

Publications Top Notes: 📚

Dr. Yavropoulou has authored numerous impactful publications (134 total, 3164 citations, h-index: 29). Selected works include:

The Association of Vitamin D Receptor Polymorphisms with COVID-19 Severity (2024) – Nutrients.

Diurnal Production of Cortisol and Treatment Response in Rheumatoid Arthritis (2024) – RMD Open.

Transient Osteoporosis Following Denosumab Discontinuation (2024) – Osteoporosis International.

Nocebo-Associated Treatment Discontinuation in Anti-Osteoporotic Drugs (2024) – Maturitas.

Immune System Effects on the Endocrine System (2023) – Endotext.