Dr Olga Kapellou
Professional statement
Dr Olga Kapellou is a renowned Consultant Paediatrician and Neonatologist operating in the London area. Her areas of expertise include general paediatrics, newborn physical examinations, child constipation and diarrhoea, rashes in babies and coughing and breathing problems. She is also an expert in preterm and term neonatal brain injury as well as follow-up after complicated pregnancies.
Dr Kapellou graduated from the National Capodistrian University of Athens in 1995. She then was awarded an MD by Imperial College London and went on to specialise in some of the UK’s most prestigious teaching hospitals, including Great Ormond Street, St Mary’s and Hammersmith.
She has an active research interest in preterm and term brain injury, therapeutic hypothermia for perinatal asphyxia and neurodevelopmental outcomes. Her publications on the effects of prematurity on brain growth and development have been cited extensively.
As well as being a skilled consultant, Dr Kapellou is a Neonatal Life Support instructor and Unicef trained breastfeeding specialist and uses the Griffiths Neurodevelopmental Scales to track infant development in outpatient clinics. She is a highly-trained and knowledgeable professional, who offers the best possible care using the most up-to-date techniques.
Clinics
The Portland Hospital - part of HCA Healthcare
Central London, 205 - 209 Great Portland St. W1W 5AH,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 29 years of experience
- Consultant Paediatrician and Neonatologist, The Portland Hospital (2013 - present)
Subspecialties
- General paediatrics
- Feeding problems
Education
- MD (Ptychio Iatrikes), National Capodistrian University of Athens (1995)
Teaching posts
- Neonatal Life Support instructor
- Trainer recognised by GMC (named clinic supervisor, named educational supervisor)
Publications and conferences
- View Dr Kapellou's publications on ResearchGate
Languages spoken
- English
- Greek
Reviews
- Would you recommend this doctor?
- Treatment of the doctor
- Treatment of the staff
- Waiting time
- Condition of facilities
- Dr Olga Kapellou is the best doctor I have met so far. She listened with genuine care and attention, took every concern about my son seriously, and documented everything thoroughly. She was professional, compassionate, and clear in her guidance. Dr Kapellou went above and beyond by writing a detailed letter to our GP and requesting urgent referrals, explaining that private assessments would be very costly. Thanks to her, we felt heard, supported, and confident that my son is now on the right pat
- After multiple visits, this pediatrician repeatedly failed to diagnose my baby’s tongue tie—an issue that was clearly impacting feeding and sleep, and was promptly identified by others. Despite examining him several times, she missed what should be a basic part of pediatric care. What’s worse is the overall attitude: cold, dismissive, and rushed. She often stands by the door mid-appointment, clearly more interested in turnover than care. It’s hard to believe she has any genuine interest in children’s well-being. In my experience, she is neither a good doctor nor a kind person. If you’re looking for someone who actually listens, cares, and prioritizes your child over billing, I’d look elsewhere.
- After multiple visits, this pediatrician repeatedly failed to diagnose my baby’s tongue tie—an issue that was clearly impacting feeding and sleep, and was promptly identified by others. Despite examining him several times, she missed what should be a basic part of pediatric care.
- Dr Kapellou is the best doctor anyone could ask for. Having two little kids and no support system in the UK is challenging and stressful but having Dr Kapellou makes us feel safe and secure. She is the most knowledgeable paediatrician, the sweetest, and all kids really ADORE her.
- We arrived very anxious and concerned about our baby. Dr Olga Kapellou was so welcoming, caring and thorough, we honestly couldn't have chosen a better pediatrician to treat our baby.
- Dr Kapellou is very experienced and has a very friendly way with children. She is very clear in her communication and very approachable. The medical advice that we got for our daughter was spot on and we even follow it to this day. This is clearly a testament to Dr Kapellou.
- Dr Kapellou is an outstanding paediatrician, a true professional whose knowledge and expertise produced such positive results to the medical issue our 5 year old had. She is very kind, approachable and really attentive. We highly recommend Dr Kapellou!
- She cares. She genuinely cares about your child-this stands out from other Doctors. She has an incredibly vast knowledge of pediatric health and takes the time to listen to you and explain. I always feel totally reassured by her and know that she is doing 100% right by my child. I have seen many Doctors in different countries over the years for my children and I would return to her time and time again. She is simply - the best.