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Michael G. Lester MD

Assistant Professor of Medicine

About Michael G. Lester

Areas of Expertise

  • Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine

Location

Vanderbilt Lung Institute One Hundred Oaks
719 Thompson Lane, Suite 20300
Nashville, TN 37204

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - Harvard Medical School, 2014
  • Residency - Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, 2017
  • Chief Resident, Internal Medicine - Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, 2017
  • Fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 2021

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine, 2017
  • Pulmonary Disease - American Board of Internal Medicine, 2020
  • Critical Care Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine, 2021

Patient Comments

Patient Comments are gathered from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey and displayed in full. Patients are not identified in order to respect patient privacy.
I have great confidence in Dr. Lester's care. He listens patiently, answers my questions clearly, and explains my treatment plan, showing me the changes on my X-rays. I feel we are partners in protecting my health. I am very encouraged to see progress and thankful he is my doctor.
September 19, 2025
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Dr. Lester is always compassionate, empathetic, understanding, patient, and professional.
September 18, 2025
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Dr. Lester explains things so well! Answers questions! A fantastic listener! This young doctor is a gift to Vanderbilt.
September 14, 2025
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Dr Lester is absolutely wonderful. I would recommend him to anyone.
September 10, 2025
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Dr Lester is ALWAYS to notch!
September 10, 2025
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Dr. Lester is a top notch doctor. He is caring, listens to patients and welcomes questions. His explanations are easy to understand and he doesn't rush the patient. Dr. Lester genuinely cares about Service Members and Veterans and provides excellent care. I highly recommend him.
September 8, 2025
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Very professional and up to date with all information!
September 8, 2025
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Great breathing data review and discussion with Dr. Lester.
August 6, 2025
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Dr. Lester is the best doctor I have ever had. He really listens, seems to care, and doesn't make me feel rushed. If I have a question I send through the website he himself calls me. 10/10
July 30, 2025
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