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Summary
Dr. Richard Lee is a thoracic surgeon specializing in cardiovascular disease with 33 years of experience treating patients with complex heart and chest conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and has dedicated his career to surgical interventions that improve cardiovascular health. Dr. Lee is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping him connect with 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 and myocardial ischemia, with particular expertise in coronary artery disease in women. His surgical skills include performing coronary artery bypass graft procedures and utilizing chest imaging techniques such as fluoroscopy and X-ray for diagnosis. Patients consistently rate Dr. Lee highly for his care, …giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Read More Read less 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 and myocardial ischemia, with particular expertise in coronary artery disease in women. His surgical skills include performing coronary artery bypass graft procedures and utilizing chest imaging techniques such as fluoroscopy and X-ray for diagnosis. Patients consistently rate Dr. Lee highly for his care, …giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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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 | Interventional Cardiology | Thoracic Surgery | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 33 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Augusta , GA | South Burlington , VT | Myrtle Beach , SC | Augusta , GA |
| Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont | Med School: New York University School Of Medicine | Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University |
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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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- Dr. Richard Lee is affiliated with Wellstar Mcg Health Medical Center, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, and Piedmont Augusta Hospital Summerville Campus.
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- Dr. Richard Lee's office is located at 1003 Chafee Ave, Augusta, GA, 30904.
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