Summary

Dr. Lea Chen is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine. With 20 years of experience treating digestive and internal health conditions, she brings extensive expertise to patient care. Dr. Chen speaks Spanish, Russian, English, and Italian, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Chen practices in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and maintains affiliations with several prominent medical centers including NYU Tisch Hospital, Bellevue Hospital, and NYU Langone Hospital Kimmel Pavilion. She specializes in treating inflammatory bowel conditions such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Her practice also focuses on managing acid reflux and other digestive disorders. Dr. Chen performs advanced diagnostic imaging procedures including CT enterography and liver imaging to help diagnose and monitor gastrointestinal conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 1
  • 20 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, Russian, English, Italian
  • Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Lea Ann Chen has 2 locations

Rutgers Health Division Of Gastroenterology

125 Paterson St Ste 5100BNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Rutgers Health Clinical Academic Building

125 Paterson StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

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20 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Russian, English, Italian Speaks English Speaks English
New Brunswick , NJNew York , NYMiddletown , NJPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: Stritch School of Medicine Med School: Albany Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lea Ann Chen

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lea Ann Chen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lea Ann Chen has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

Dr. Lea Ann Chen holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine in 2006.

NPI Number

Dr. Chen's NPI number is 1679732242.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Lea Ann Chen speak?
Dr. Lea Ann Chen speaks Spanish, Russian, English, and Italian.
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Where is Dr. Lea Ann Chen's office located?
Dr. Lea Ann Chen's office is located at 125 Paterson St Ste 5100B, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901.
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