Summary

Dr. Lekha Deere specializes in internal medicine with advanced training in critical care medicine, bringing 12 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed her residency at Tulane Medical Center. Her dual specialization allows her to provide comprehensive care for both routine internal medicine needs and complex critical care situations.

Dr. Deere practices at multiple locations within Jackson, MS, including the University of Mississippi Medical Center, LCMC Health, Wiser Hospital for Women and Infants, and Conerly Critical Care Hospital UMMC. She has particular expertise in treating chronic lung disease and COPD, including cases with additional health complications. Her clinical skills include performing pulmonary function testing to assess lung health, abdominal ultrasounds for diagnostic imaging, and stress echocardiograms to evaluate heart function during physical activity.

AI-generated from data on this provider profile.

Quick Facts

  • 12 years of experience
  • Tulane Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Lekha Deere has 3 locations

Wiser Hospital For Women And Infants

2500 N State StJackson, MS 39216

Conerly Critical Care Hospital Ummc

2500 N State StJackson, MS 39216

University Of Mississippi Medical Center

2500 N State StJackson, MS 39216

Compare with Similar Doctors

Dr. Lekha Deere, MD
Dr. Shanna Pettie, MD
Dr. Emem Jessica E Aitken, MD
Dr. Naseem Akhtar Qureshi, MD
Dr. Lekha Deere, MDDr. Shanna Pettie, MDDr. Emem Jessica E Aitken, MDDr. Naseem Akhtar Qureshi, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicinePediatricsNephrology
Accepts New Patients
12 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Jackson , MSJackson , MSJackson , MSJackson , MS
Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine Med School: Dow Medical College
Current Profile
View Profile View Profile View Profile

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lekha Deere

Be sure to verify insurance information directly with your doctor's office, as it may undergo frequent changes.

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lekha Deere has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lekha Deere has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Mississippi, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Tulane Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated in 2014

Similar doctors

Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Lekha Deere affiliated with?
Dr. Lekha Deere is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Medical Center, Lcmc Health, Wiser Hospital For Women And Infants, and Conerly Critical Care Hospital Ummc.
Does Dr. Lekha Deere accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Lekha Deere accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lekha Deere?
You can find contact information for Dr. Lekha Deere here on Vitals.
Is Dr. Lekha Deere accepting new patients?
Dr. Lekha Deere has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Lekha Deere accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Lekha Deere has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.