Steven Dimitrov Stoev, MD, is a seasoned internal medicine specialist with over 30 years of experience dedicated to advancing medical practice and patient care. He earned his medical degree from Université Libre de Bruxelles in Brussels, Belgium, and completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Louisiana State University (LSU) at Lafayette, LA. Dr. Stoev is board-certified in Internal Medicine and holds hospital privileges at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center. His professional career includes over two decades of private practice at Stoev & Stoev M.D. P.A. in Sarasota, Florida, where he has provided comprehensive care to a diverse patient population. Dr. Stoev's experience also includes serving at Jennings VA Clinic in Louisiana, Northern Maine Medical Center, and various medical institutions in Belgium, where he managed emergency, ICU, and ward cases. He has been actively involved in geriatric care, ensuring the health and well-being of elderly patients. Outside of his professional life, Dr. Stoev enjoys scuba diving, working on cars and spending time with family.