Dr. Leonard Lapkin, MD

Dr. Leonard Lapkin is a thoracic surgeon and critical care specialist who brings over four decades of medical expertise to his practice in Grand Junction, Colorado. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency at LAC USC Medical Center. With 41 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Lapkin has developed extensive knowledge in both surgical and critical care approaches to treating complex heart and lung conditions. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Lapkin practices at Saint Marys Regional Hospital and sees patients at multiple locations throughout Grand Junction. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, including conditions that specifically affect women, and addresses myocardial ischemia. His practice focuses on comprehensive cardiac care, offering cardiac rehabilitation programs and specialized exercise therapy to help patients recover …and maintain heart health. Dr. Lapkin also performs pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung capacity and breathing function. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average score of 5.0 stars for his care and expertise.