Caldwell B. Esselstyn Jr.
Caldwell B. Esselstyn Jr., MD, is a pioneering physician and researcher who has long been a leader in the field of nutrition-based medicine. Dr. Esselstyn graduated from Yale University with a degree in philosophy and went on to earn his MD from the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He served as a surgeon at the Cleveland Clinic for over 35 years and was a member of the clinic's Breast Cancer Task Force and head of the Section of Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery.
His groundbreaking research and clinical trials have focused on the prevention and reversal of heart disease through dietary and lifestyle changes. Dr. Esselstyn's approach advocates for a plant-based, oil-free diet, which he argues can actually heal the heart by preventing and reversing arterial damage. His work has been featured in major scientific publications and he has appeared in influential documentaries about diet and health.
In addition to his clinical practice and research, Dr. Esselstyn is a prolific author and speaker. He has written extensively on the benefits of plant-based diets and is the author of 'Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease'. He conducts seminars and workshops around the world to educate people about the benefits of a whole-food, plant-based diet and its profound effects on health. His work has inspired thousands to adopt healthier lifestyles to combat chronic diseases.