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Summary
Dr. Richard Lee is a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon who has dedicated 33 years to treating complex heart and chest conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and specializes in both thoracic surgery and cardiovascular disease. Dr. Lee is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Lee practices at multiple locations throughout Augusta, Georgia, including Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, and Piedmont Augusta Hospital Summerville Campus. He focuses on treating coronary artery disease, including specialized care for women with heart conditions, and myocardial ischemia. His surgical expertise includes performing coronary artery bypass graft procedures and utilizing advanced imaging techniques like chest fluoroscopy and chest X-rays for diagnosis. Patients consistently rate Dr. Lee 5.0 out of 5 stars for his exceptional care.
Dr. Lee practices at multiple locations throughout Augusta, Georgia, including Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, and Piedmont Augusta Hospital Summerville Campus. He focuses on treating coronary artery disease, including specialized care for women with heart conditions, and myocardial ischemia. His surgical expertise includes performing coronary artery bypass graft procedures and utilizing advanced imaging techniques like chest fluoroscopy and chest X-rays for diagnosis. Patients consistently rate Dr. Lee 5.0 out of 5 stars for his exceptional care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 33 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 7 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard Lee has 7 locationsAU Medical Center
1003 Chafee AveAugusta, GA 30904Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Piedmont Augusta Hospital Summerville Campus
2260 Wrightsboro RdAugusta, GA 30904 Tel: (706) 481-7000
Augusta University Cardiovascular Center
1003 Chafee AveAugusta, GA 30904 Tel: (706) 721-2426
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Thoracic Surgery | Cardiovascular Disease | Family Medicine | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 33 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| Augusta , GA | Maywood , IL | Augusta , GA | Augusta , GA |
| Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: Sri Ramachandra Medical College And Research Institute | Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina | Med School: Jordan University Of Science And Technology Faculty Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Lee
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Lee has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Lee has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Georgia, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1993
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