Provider
Richard Lee, MD, JD, MBA
Cardiothoracic Surgery
General Surgery
About Richard Lee, MD, JD, MBA

Dr. Lee Trained in General Cardiothoracic Surgery at Washington University and in Advanced Cardiac Therapy and Heart Transplant at the Cleveland Clinic. He has worked at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, where he was the CT fellowship director. Dr. Lee most recently arrived from St. Louis University where he was Co-Director of Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery. He has published over 130 peer reviewed articles and has served as Chair of several committees for the STS, AATS and STSA.
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Clinical Interests
Trans-catheter Valve Replacement and Repair, Mitral Valve Repair, Atrial Fibrillation Surgery
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Research Interests
Minimally invasive treatment of valve disease, stroke reduction in patients with atrial fibrillation, education and training of medical students, residents and surgeons
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Philosophy of Care
Treat your patient as you treat your family
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Specialties
Cardiothoracic Surgery
General Surgery
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Language(s)
English
Credentials
Positions
Chief, Cardiothoracic Surgery
Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Certifications
American Board of Thoracic Surgery - Certified
American Board of Surgery
Education and Training
Medical School: University of Illinois
Internship: Medical College of Wisconsin
Residency: Rush University
Fellowship: Washington University + Cleveland Clinic
Locations
1120 15th Street
Augusta, GA 30912
Patient Reviews
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Dr. Lee’s Reviews
December 10, 2022
Dr Lee is number one on my list.
November 18, 2022
Was extremely satisfied with Dr. Lee and the decision he made to correct my medical problem which was the best solution for me.
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