Dr. Kamellia Dimitrova is a distinguished expert in metabolic health and cardiovascular wellness. She earned her medical degree from the Medical University of Sofia in 1998 and began her career in cardiothoracic surgery, specializing in valvular apparatus repairs and the prevention and treatment of heart disease in women and individuals with diabetes. Driven by a passion for integrating high-level science with patient care, Dr. Dimitrova now focuses on offering innovative, medication-free solutions for optimal health. Her unique background enables her to translate complex laboratory research into effective, personalized health strategies that empower her patients to achieve lasting wellness.
Renowned for her research on how nutrition influences hormone regulation, metabolism, and body composition, Dr. Dimitrova has revolutionized our understanding of health on cellular and molecular level. Her work on estradiol’s impact on vascular health has set new standards for managing cardiovascular health without drugs.
Dr. Dimitrova is a pioneer in treating high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and pre-diabetes without medications. She customizes nutrition and lifestyle plans that improve thyroid function, lower cholesterol, and increase lean body mass—all with the precision of a chemist.
For those looking to take control of their health naturally, Dr. Dimitrova’s evidence-based strategies offer a powerful alternative to medication. Her extensive publications link nutrition, hormones, and metabolic function to disease prevention and vibrant health, empowering you to achieve lasting vitality.
Publications:
Endothelial Progenitor Cells and Erythropoietin for Cardiovascular Disease Treatment
J Surg Res. 2013
Keywords: endothelial progenitor cells, erythropoietin, cardiovascular disease
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22656040/
Estrogen and Homocysteine: Impacts on Cardiovascular Health
Cardiovasc Res. 2002
Keywords: estrogen, homocysteine, cardiovascular health, oxidative stress, endothelial injury
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11861028/
17-Beta Estradiol Protects Endothelial Cells Against Homocysteine-Induced Oxidative Stress
J Cardiovasc Pharmacol. 2002
Keywords: estradiol, homocysteine, endothelial cells, oxidative stress
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11862113/
Left Atrial Dissection: Etiology and Treatment
Ann Thorac Surg. 2013
Keywords: left atrial dissection, cardiac surgery, treatment approaches
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23453747/
Radial Artery Grafting in Women: Improved 15-Year Survival
J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2013
Keywords: radial artery grafting, long-term survival, women’s health
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23122697/
Progressive Dyspnea in Patient with Large Mediastinal Mass
J Cardiothorac Surg. 2014
Keywords: mediastinal mass, progressive dyspnea, case study
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24393470/
p.(Ser96Ala) Polymorphism and Cardiomyopathies
Int J Mol Sci. 2023
Keywords: cardiomyopathies, p.(Ser96Ala) polymorphism, genetics
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CABG vs PCI: Long-Term Outcomes with Multiple Arterial Bypass Grafting
J Am Coll Cardiol. 2015
Keywords: CABG, PCI, arterial bypass grafting, long-term outcomes
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26403338/
Cardiac Pheochromocytoma Presenting as Shortness of Breath
Am J Med. 2009
Keywords: cardiac pheochromocytoma, case study, heart failure
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19559149/
Results of Endoscopic Radial Artery Harvesting in 1577 Patients
Innovations (Phila). 2013
Keywords: radial artery harvesting, endoscopic surgery, clinical outcomes
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24356428/
Multi vs. Single Arterial Coronary Bypass Graft Surgery
Ann Thorac Surg. 2015
Keywords: coronary bypass grafting, arterial bypass, ejection fraction
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26116479/
Intriguing Structure of a Snail Hemoglobin: Red Blood with Blue-Blood Ancestry
Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2006
Keywords: hemoglobin, snail, structural biology
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Radial Artery Conduits Improve Long-Term Survival After CABG
Ann Thorac Surg. 2010
Keywords: radial artery conduits, CABG, long-term survival
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Arterial Grafts Protect Native Coronary Vessels from Atherosclerotic Progression
Ann Thorac Surg. 2012
Keywords: arterial grafts, coronary vessels, atherosclerosis
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Time-Varying Survival Benefit of Radial Artery vs. Vein Grafting
Ann Thorac Surg. 2014
Keywords: radial artery grafting, vein grafting, survival benefit
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Disparities in Access to Kidney Transplantation for Children Across Europe
Kidney Int. 2020
Keywords: kidney transplantation, pediatric care, Europe
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Optimal Conduit for Diabetic Patients: Radial vs. Right Internal Thoracic Artery
Ann Thorac Surg. 2014
Keywords: radial artery, thoracic artery, diabetic patients, CABG
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Free Right Internal Thoracic Artery vs. Radial Artery in Total Arterial Revascularization
J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2014
Keywords: arterial revascularization, radial artery, thoracic artery
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Endoscopic Radial Artery Harvest: Equivalent Patency Compared with Open Harvest
Innovations (Phila). 2010
Keywords: radial artery harvest, endoscopic surgery, patency
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Congenital Coronary Artery Fistulae: A Rare Cause of Heart Failure
J Cardiothorac Surg. 2014
Keywords: coronary artery fistula, heart failure, case report
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Malignant B-Cell Lymphoma Arising in Left Atrial Myxoma
Ann Thorac Surg. 2010
Keywords: B-cell lymphoma, atrial myxoma, cardiac surgery
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Reply to the Editor: CABG Surgery Debate
J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2013
Keywords: coronary artery bypass grafting, editorial reply
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First and Second-Generation DESs in Multivessel Coronary Disease: A 9-Year Analysis
Cardiovasc Revasc Med. 2017
Keywords: drug-eluting stents, coronary disease, long-term analysis
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Radial vs. Free Right Internal Thoracic Artery for Circumflex Coronary Artery Bypass
J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2014
Keywords: radial artery, thoracic artery, coronary artery bypass
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Radial Artery Conduit in Diabetic Patients: Improving Long-Term Outcomes
J Cardiothorac Surg. 2013
Keywords: radial artery, diabetic patients, surgical revascularization
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Radial Artery vs. Saphenous Vein in Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017
Keywords: coronary artery bypass grafting, radial artery, saphenous vein
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Estradiol Prevents Homocysteine-Induced Endothelial Injury in Male Rats
Cardiovasc Res. 2002
Keywords: estradiol, homocysteine, endothelial injury, cardiovascular research
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Radial Artery in Coronary Artery Bypass: Patency and Reintervention
Circulation. 2012
Keywords: coronary artery bypass grafting, radial artery, patency
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Second Recurrence of Cardiac Myxomas and Myxomatous Cerebral Aneurysms
Case Rep Surg. 2013
Keywords: cardiac myxoma, cerebral aneurysm, case report
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