Caldwell B. Esselstyn Jr. is a renowned physician, researcher, and author who is dedicated to helping people achieve optimal health through a plant-based diet. He is the bestselling author of the groundbreaking book, Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease, which has helped millions of people improve their cardiovascular health using a plant-based lifestyle.

Dr. Esselstyn is a graduate of Yale University and the Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He completed his surgical training at the Cleveland Clinic and went on to serve as a faculty member of the clinic's Department of Surgery for more than 35 years. During his tenure at the Cleveland Clinic, he became deeply concerned about the prevalence of heart disease and the medical community's reliance on medications and procedures to treat it.

After thorough research and experimentation, Dr. Esselstyn discovered the power of a plant-based diet in preventing and reversing heart disease. His findings have been published in numerous medical journals, including the American Journal of Cardiology, and he has presented his research at numerous national and international conferences.

In addition to his medical and research work, Dr. Esselstyn is a dedicated advocate of plant-based nutrition, giving lectures and workshops around the world to teach people about the benefits of a plant-based diet. His work has helped thousands of people prevent and reverse heart disease and other chronic illnesses, and has inspired countless others to adopt a healthier lifestyle.

Dr. Esselstyn's passion for promoting plant-based nutrition has also led him to found the nonprofit Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease Foundation, which provides resources and support for people seeking to improve their heart health through a plant-based lifestyle.

Dr. Esselstyn has been recognized with numerous awards and honors for his pioneering work in the field of plant-based nutrition, including the Benjamin Spock Award from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine and the Distinguished Alumnus Award from Cleveland Heights High School. He continues to work tirelessly to promote the benefits of a plant-based lifestyle and help people everywhere achieve optimal health.