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building Healthy Relationships Through

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Plateia: Plateia is the Greek word for a place of gathering. This is typically the place where Communities connect.

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building Healthy Relationships Through Family and Community

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About The Book

building Healthy Relationships Is Jam Packed with actionable Content

“This book was a joy to read. From wise guidance and advice, to sincere themes of
family, faith and community all of which are very important pillars of Greek culture.
Dr. Frank Karantonis champions the importance of these values and represents them
through his work in the Greek community of Toronto and beyond, which comes
through in his lived experience showcased in this fantastic read.”
-Marissa Papaconstantinou: Two Time Paralympian, medalist, motivational speaker and advocate

“Foti Karantonis is one of those people who doesn’t just muddle through his life; he
reflects deeply on it through the lens of a vibrant faith, learns from it — and then writes
about it. He is one of the most positive and ardent people I have had the privilege of
knowing. Reading this book is like sitting down and having a chat with him, and letting
him share what he has learned from his successes and not-so-successes in life.”
—Dr. Joe Gibes, Family Physician Attending, and Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine

“Dr. Frank Karantonis is a citizen of the world. He delves into his personal experi-
ences to offer insights into the values crucial for building healthy relationships in an
ever-changing society. Dr. Karantonis provides a unique perspective on these values,
drawing from his roots in Greek-Canadian culture and religious faith, as well as his
fandom of Toronto Raptors and Toronto FC. The aim of his book is to offer read-
ers a better understanding of these values, particularly from an ethical and spiritual
viewpoint. This book is a source of inspiration, emphasizing faith, compassion and
passion, and can be viewed as a compass for navigating one’s way through life.”
—Georges Essè, Elementary School French Teacher

“Dr. Frank Karantonis, who is not only a medical doctor but holds a degree in
philosophy, has imbued these tales of his life, faith, and community with a bedside
manner that is compassionate, instructive, and at times wildly entertaining. A tonic for
the soul and a heartfelt compendium of sage advice, Family and Community: Building
Healthy Relationships, is like a two-week vacation on a Greek island – fun, sunny, and
most of all, restorative. The best doctor-written book you are likely to read this year.”
—Scott Mackay, Award-Winning Author of the Dr. Deacon Mystery Series

About The Book

building Healthy Relationships Is Jam Packed with actionable Content

“This book was a joy to read. From wise guidance and advice, to sincere themes of family, faith and community all of which are very important pillars of Greek culture. Dr. Frank Karantonis champions the importance of these values and represents them through his work in the Greek community of Toronto and beyond, which comes through in his lived experience showcased in this fantastic read.”
-Marissa Papaconstantinou: Two Time Paralympian, medalist, motivational speaker and advocate

“Foti Karantonis is one of those people who doesn’t just muddle through his life; he reflects deeply on it through the lens of a vibrant faith, learns from it — and then writes about it. He is one of the most positive and ardent people I have had the privilege of knowing. Reading this book is like sitting down and having a chat with him, and letting him share what he has learned from his successes and not-so-successes in life.”
—Dr. Joe Gibes, Family Physician Attending, and Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine

“Dr. Frank Karantonis is a citizen of the world. He delves into his personal experiences to offer insights into the values crucial for building healthy relationships in an ever-changing society. Dr. Karantonis provides a unique perspective on these values,
drawing from his roots in Greek-Canadian culture and religious faith, as well as hisfandom of Toronto Raptors and Toronto FC. The aim of his book is to offer readers a better understanding of these values, particularly from an ethical and spiritual
viewpoint. This book is a source of inspiration, emphasizing faith, compassion and passion, and can be viewed as a compass for navigating one’s way through life.”
—Georges Essè, Elementary School French Teacher

“Dr. Frank Karantonis, who is not only a medical doctor but holds a degree in philosophy, has imbued these tales of his life, faith, and community with a bedside
manner that is compassionate, instructive, and at times wildly entertaining. A tonic for
the soul and a heartfelt compendium of sage advice, Family and Community: Building
Healthy Relationships, is like a two-week vacation on a Greek island – fun, sunny, and
most of all, restorative. The best doctor-written book you are likely to read this year.”
—Scott Mackay, Award-Winning Author of the Dr. Deacon Mystery Series

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Meet The Author

Fotis Karantonis

Dr. Frank Fotis Karantonis, a family physician, goes over the factors for having healthy relationships, not only with one’s partner but with one’s family and community. Many studies have shown that what’s most important for health and well- being is having healthy relationships.

Karantonis explores with illustrations from his own life why having healthy relationships is paramount to overall well-being. With a focus on his and his wife’s wedding preparations during the time of the pandemic, their honeymoon to Greece, and their first year of marriage, all while balancing the demands of a busy medical office, Dr. Karantonis shows us through personal story telling the elements of building and maintaining healthy. relationships.

At the end of each chapter, discussion questions help the reader reflect on life, relationships, personal growth, and collective joy.

Dr. Karantonis lives with his wife in Toronto, Canada. His family is nearby. He won the 2023 Hellenic Heritage Award for Outstanding Achievement Under the Age of 40 for his work as a family physician in the community, and for empowering youth through the Greek Canadian Games and the St. Irene’s NEO Youth group.

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Community Book Event

Attend our In Person Live Event at The Shmooz

The event takes place On September 7th, 2024, from 6pm - 8pm at The Shmooz at 590 Pape Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 3R8

Each participant receives the book: Family and Community: Building Healthy Relationships and pizza will be provided and beverages will be available for purchase at the Shmooz.

Come Meet The Team!

Parts of the Book will be read by Dr. Frank Fotis Karantonis, Family Physician and interactive discussion moderated by Mr. Labi Koussoulis, Masters in human kinetics, intervention and consultation.