Overview
Work History
Education
Volunteer Leadership Other Work
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Kristian Dimitrov

St Louis

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Outpatient - General Orthopedics (Clinical Experience)

Coury and Buehler
Irvine
09.2025 - 12.2025
  • Evaluated and treated patients with vestibular conditions, including BPPV and unilateral vestibular hypofunction.
  • Managed TMJ dysfunction through manual therapy, corrective exercises, and patient education.
  • Provided orthopedic treatment to diverse age groups for various musculoskeletal conditions.
  • Delivered rehabilitation programs for high school baseball and soccer athletes, along with pediatric athletes such as dancers and gymnasts.

Clinical Experience

Advanced Training and Rehab
Clayton
07.2025 - 09.2025
  • Treated post-operative high school and collegiate athletes, specializing in ACL reconstruction and Achilles tendon repair.
  • Managed various orthopedic conditions in multiple age groups, addressing acute injuries and chronic pain.
  • Developed return-to-sport programming tailored to individual athlete needs.

Clinical Experience

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Chicago
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Engaged in daily interdisciplinary meetings for progress and discharge planning with physicians and nursing staff.
  • Treated patients on orthopedic and surgery/trauma floors post-abdominal surgery and joint replacements.
  • Executed standardized outcome measures while delivering mobility, transfer training, and discharge education.

Clinical Experience

ATI Physical Therapy
Millstadt
05.2024 - 07.2024

Treated general outpatient orthopedic population, focusing on older adults and geriatrics.

  • Provided care for high school soccer and basketball athletes experiencing acute injuries.
  • Learned vestibular disorders management, performing specialized maneuvers and treatments.
  • Delivered treatment for vestibular patients to improve balance and reduce symptoms.

Therapy aide

Athletico Physical Therapy
  • Handled scheduling, insurance, and front-desk operations
  • Supported PTs with patient care and clinic setup
  • Ensured smooth workflow in a busy outpatient setting.

Translator (English-Bulgarian)

Saint Louis Children's Hospital
Saint Louis
  • Facilitated communication among healthcare providers, pediatric patients, and families for effective care coordination.
  • Supported clinical teams by delivering clear education on post-operative treatments.
  • Gained exposure to post-operative care for pediatric patients with cerebral palsy following orthopedic surgery.

Volunteer

Special Olympics
  • Supported athletes with developmental disabilities during soccer events
  • Encouraged participation and teamwork among athletes
  • Assisted with event setup and coordination

Job Shadow

Saint Louis Athletic Training Services
Saint Louis
  • Assisted athletic trainers with clinic and field setup for 200 hours, preparing athletes for therapeutic modalities.
  • Instructed athletes on basic therapeutic exercises under supervision to enhance recovery.
  • Observed injury assessments, rehabilitation processes, and return-to-play decisions for hockey, soccer, and lacrosse athletes.

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

Washington University in St. Louis
05.2026

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

Missouri Baptist University
05.2023

Volunteer Leadership Other Work

  • Therapy aide, Athletico Physical Therapy, Handled scheduling, insurance, and front-desk operations, Supported PTs with patient care and clinic setup, Ensured smooth workflow in a busy outpatient setting
  • Translator (English-Bulgarian), Saint Louis Children's Hospital, Bridged communication for children with cerebral palsy and families, Assisted medical staff in delivering effective care, Helped patients navigate appointments and procedures
  • Volunteer, Special Olympics, Supported athletes with developmental disabilities during soccer events, Encouraged participation and teamwork among athletes, Assisted with event setup and coordination
  • Job Shadow, Saint Louis Athletic Training Services, Completed 200 hours observing on-field injury assessment and rehab, Worked with hockey, soccer, and lacrosse athletes, Gained insight into prevention and recovery of sports injuries

Timeline

Outpatient - General Orthopedics (Clinical Experience)

Coury and Buehler
09.2025 - 12.2025

Clinical Experience

Advanced Training and Rehab
07.2025 - 09.2025

Clinical Experience

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
01.2025 - 03.2025

Clinical Experience

ATI Physical Therapy
05.2024 - 07.2024

Therapy aide

Athletico Physical Therapy

Translator (English-Bulgarian)

Saint Louis Children's Hospital

Volunteer

Special Olympics

Job Shadow

Saint Louis Athletic Training Services

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

Missouri Baptist University
Kristian Dimitrov