New Horizons
in Regenerative Aesthetics in Zurich

WITH US, AGING CAN WAIT

Welcome to Dr. Dragieva Aesthetics – your clinic for dermatologic surgery, aesthetic surgery and regenerative medicine in Zurich. Our clinic specialises in innovative techniques for natural skin and facial rejuvenation using your own fat (nanofat and microfat).

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For physicians

Dr. Dragieva Academy offers education in regenerative facial surgery.
The novel Dr. Dragieva Nanofat Protocol is the subject of a pending patent application.

DR. DRAGIEVA ACADEMY


Dr. Galya Dragieva, FMH Board cerified dermatologist, Practice owner

Regeneration, not perfection

We believe beauty doesn’t need to be corrected or perfected – it deserves to evolve and renew. With innovative techniques like our patent-pending Nanofat transfer method, we support the skin’s natural regeneration and enhance a fresh, vibrant appearance – without overcorrection. No artificial effects. No outdated beauty ideals.

Natural results that last

  • sustainable improvement in skin quality
  • preservation of your natural facial contours
  • long-term prevention of skin aging

The Sophia Concept

The SOPHIA Concept

Because beauty takes time – and deserves dignity.

I believe that true beauty doesn't come from quick fixes or perfection, but from a holistic understanding of regeneration, prevention, and natural aesthetics.

Our motto: “With us, aging can wait”

That’s why I developed the SOPHIA Concept – a slow-aging approach that works with time, not against it.
Together, we create a personalised treatment plan tailored to your skin, your lifestyle, and your individual goals.

Modern, minimally invasive procedures help preserve your facial contours, visibly improve skin quality,
and gently slow down the signs of ageing.

As a board-certified dermatologist with many years of experience, I accompany you on your journey
to a fresh, natural look – as if you’ve just returned from a restful holiday.

Dr. med. Galya Dragieva
FMH Dermatology and Venereology,
Laser Medicine, FMCH 

Background and history:
  • Medical studies at the Sofia University
  • Resident at the Department of Dermatology at the Sofia University
  • (Spezialisation in dermatosurgery at the Department of Dermatology at the University Hospital Zürich
  • 2009 - 2011 Physician assistant, practice Dr. A. Häffner, Pfäffikon/SZ, practice Dr. M. Hess/Zürich
  • 2012 – 2018: physician assistant at the LASER PRAXIS ZÜRICH, Dr. Thürlimann
  • 2018 – 2020: partner of the LASER PRAXIS ZÜRICH
  • 2020: Acquisition of the LASER PRAXIS ZÜRICH
  • Recognition of the training centre FMCHs’ proficiency programme for laser treatments of the skin and skin-near mucous membranes
  • Finalist at the Aeshetic Medicine Awards (AMWC 2024), Monaco
  • Tripple Finalist at the Aesthetic Medicine Awards (AMWC 2025 & 2026), Monaco
  • Patent application filed on April 30, 2025 – Dr. Dragieva Nanofat Protocol for facial rejuvenation
  • 2026 – Approval of a prospective, randomized clinical study for the scientific evaluation of the Dr. Dragieva Nanofat Protocol by the Ethics Committee Zurich.

New Perspectives in Regenerative Dermatology

Clinical observations inspire new treatment concepts and scientific questions. These questions led to the Dr. Dragieva Nanofat Protocol. Several cases treated with the protocol were selected as finalists in three categories at the AMWC Aesthetic Medicine Awards. The clinical findings have been published, a prospective study is ongoing, and the protocol is the subject of a European patent application.

Discover the development of the protocol on “Slow-Aging Sophia”.

Praxis Dr. Dragieva

OUR PRACTICE
Bright premises in a beautiful setting.

Standort Dr. Dragieva Aesthetics

LOCATION
The practice is located near to the Zürich Opera House, just one street away from Lake Zürich. There is a parking garage nearby. If you come by tram, get off at the stop Kreuzstrasse (tramlines 2 and 4): we are only a few minutes’ walk away.
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Memberships

Schweizerische Ärztegesellschaft (FMH)Ärztegesellschaft des Kantons Zürich (AGZ)Schweizerische Gesellschaft für Dermatologie und Venerologie (SGDV)Schweizerische Gesellschaft für medizinische Laseranwendungen (SGML)Schweizerische Gesellschaft für Anti-Aging Medizin und Prävention (SSAAMP)European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV)International Peeling Society (IPS)International Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ISDS)

Awards

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