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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

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Dr Lester is awesome! So caring and truly understands and has managed my care spot on.
September 20, 2026
Dr Lester is the best. So glad he is my dr.
September 6, 2026
I just wish I could rate Dr. Lester higher. Perhaps the most attentive, kind and professional Dr. I have ever encountered.
September 3, 2026
Dr. Lester listened to my symptoms and explained what I can do to alleviate SOB. He also explained the disease process and possible new, future treatments.
August 25, 2026
Dr Lester is the best.
August 24, 2026
Dr Lester is wonderful. I would highly recommend him.
July 27, 2026
Dr. Lester suggested an updated pneumonia shot which I was able to get on my visit.
July 26, 2026
Dr. Lester possesses every quality that one could want in their provider. He is personable, thorough in his explanations and is constantly looking for different ways to help you. I would recommend him to anyone.
July 24, 2026
Went above expections
July 19, 2026