Sami El-Dalati, MD
Owner
Born in San Francisco and raised in Cleveland, Dr. Sami El-Dalati is triple board-certified in internal medicine, pediatrics, and adult infectious diseases. He earned his medical degree from The Ohio State University College of Medicine, followed by a combined residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at the University of Michigan, where he also completed a fellowship in infectious diseases.
During residency, Dr. El-Dalati launched the first multidisciplinary endocarditis team in the United States, achieving a four-fold reduction in patient mortality. He later led the endocarditis team at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center at Presbyterian–Montefiore Hospital.
A recognized leader in the field, Dr. El-Dalati has authored more than 25 peer-reviewed publications on infective endocarditis and has provided care for over 700 patients with this complex condition. He currently serves as Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, where he founded and directs their multidisciplinary endocarditis program.
Kelli Cremeans, APRN
Owner
Originally from Eastern Kentucky, Kelli Cremeans is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with over 20 years of healthcare experience. She has called Lexington home for more than two decades and earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Kentucky in 2009.
Kelli’s diverse clinical background spans primary care in rural health, stroke navigation with a neuroscience team, and now infectious disease care with a focus on endocarditis. Her comprehensive approach to patient care has made her a trusted leader in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
In addition to her clinical work, Kelli is the founder of a successful telehealth business specializing in acute sick visits and weight management, further reflecting her commitment to accessible, personalized care.
Outside of medicine, Kelli is a devoted wife and mother of two young children, balancing professional excellence with a deep-rooted love for family and community.
