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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 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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Very good and efficient visit. Doctor has a good patient concern manner about him.
February 23, 2026
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Ever since I started coming to Dr. Lester, his devotion to figure out my issues have helped me to feel better than I have since I was young.
February 19, 2026
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Dr. Lester is the best. So caring and kind. His patient's well being is his number 1 goal.
February 16, 2026
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Dr. Lester provides consistent, excellent care and knowledge of my disease.
February 8, 2026
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