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Summary
Dr. Richard Lee has practiced thoracic surgery and cardiology for 33 years, treating coronary artery disease, coronary artery disease in women, and myocardial ischemia. He performs coronary artery bypass graft, minimally invasive heart surgery, and off-pump bypass surgery. He is affiliated with Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, and Piedmont Augusta Hospital Summerville Campus, all in Augusta, Georgia. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Lee 5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
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
- 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
Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Richard Lee III, MD | Dr. Syed Kashif Ali, MD | Dr. Brian Kevin Phelan, MD | Dr. Rama Hritani, MD |
| Thoracic Surgery | Internal Medicine | Cardiology | Cardiology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 33 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 48 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| Augusta , GA | Augusta , GA | Augusta , GA | Augusta , GA |
| Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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
Dr. Richard Lee holds an expired medical license in the state of Georgia.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Georgia that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 1993.
NPI Number
Dr. Lee's NPI number is 1134238728.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Lee affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Lee is affiliated with Wellstar Mcg Health Medical Center, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, and Piedmont Augusta Hospital Summerville Campus.
- Does Dr. Richard Lee accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Lee accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Richard Lee accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Richard Lee has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Richard Lee's office located?
- Dr. Richard Lee's office is located at 1003 Chafee Ave, Augusta, GA, 30904.
- What languages does Dr. Richard Lee speak?
- Dr. Richard Lee speaks English and Spanish.
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