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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.
Dr Lester seemed very concerned about my history and the experiences that brought me to Vanderbilt. He was careful to explain the test I had just taken and was going to do further review of records and call me.
April 14, 2026
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Dr. Lester is ALWAYS to notch! Can't find better!
April 12, 2026
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Dr Lester is a wonderful doctor
April 12, 2026
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I am impressed with Dr. Lester and his team. Dr. Lester had a impactful role in my health improvement both with his expertise and his attitude. He listens, gives professional answers, makes proactive plans and adjustments if needed, checks in regularly. He is a rare combination of emphathetic doctor with deep knowledge and interdisciplinary expertise, collaborative with a high level of executive traits. In the world of providers, this office provides a luxury service and it's a privilige to be able to be treated by them.
March 30, 2026
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Dr. Lester is very knowledgeable a good listener and communicator!
March 20, 2026
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Dr Lester was very professional and personable. He had already reviewed my file so was prepared even tho computer system was down. Very thorough and knowledgeable. Answered all questions.
March 20, 2026
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Dr Lester is wonderful. I am grateful he is my doctor.
March 15, 2026
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Dr. Lester was friendly, listened, answered questions. Very professional and respectful. His knowledge and understanding of COPD issues and treatments was extensive and wel-considered.
March 8, 2026
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Dr. Lester answered all of my questions and fully explained treatment options.
February 25, 2026
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