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- English
About Janice Irene Phillips Lea
Emory Affiliation
Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
Emory Healthcare Network
Emory Physician Group Practice
Academic Title
Professor
Year Started Practicing
1991
About the Provider
Janice P. Lea, MD, MSc, FASN is a professor of medicine at Emory University and is board-certified in nephrology and hypertension. Dr. Lea graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in biology. She earned her medical degree at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and completed her residency in internal medicine and a nephrology fellowship at Emory University-affiliated hospitals. She also received an MSc in clinical research from Emory’s Rollins School of Public Health.
Dr. Lea is the chief medical director of Emory Dialysis and is a nationally renowned expert in hypertension - designated a “Clinical Specialist in Hypertension” by the American Society of Hypertension.
Dr. Lea’s research and clinical interests are in hypertension, chronic kidney disease, and dialysis, with numerous publications. Dr. Lea has served as the Emory principal investigator for the NIH study “African-American Study of Hypertension and Kidney Disease” and the National Medical Spokesperson for the National Kidney Disease Education Program (NKDEP), sponsored by the National Institutes of Health. In addition, she is a member of the Medical Advisory Board for the United States Renal Data Systems and has served on the Board of Directors for the Southeastern Kidney Council. Dr. Lea is also an active member of the American Society of Nephrology, National Kidney Foundation, and the International Society of Hypertension in Blacks. She has been an invited guest speaker to numerous national conferences, including those of the American Heart Association, American Society of Nephrology, American Society of Hypertension, National Medical Association, and the Congressional Black Caucus. Throughout her career at Emory, she has served on numerous Emory University School of Medicine committees, and she is currently a member of the Medical Practice Committee at Emory University Hospital Midtown.
Dr. Lea’s efforts in service to Emory and to the national renal community were recognized by Emory’s Department of Medicine in 2014, when she received the Nanette K. Wenger Service Award. She is also a distinguished Woodruff Leadership Academy Fellow. Her clinical practice is based at Emory University Hospital Midtown and focuses on difficult cases in hypertension, chronic kidney disease, and dialysis. She attends on the general nephrology services at Emory University Hospital Midtown and regularly lectures to medical students and residents. Dr. Lea has received high scores in teaching and patient satisfaction and has been named one of Atlanta’s Top Doctors for the past eight years.
Interpretive Services
Locations
- Emory University Hospital Midtown Campus
- 550 Peachtree Street Northeast, Medical Office Tower, Fl 12, Atlanta, GA 30308
- Get Directions
- phone: 404-686-5038
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine, Nephrology, 1994
- Residency: Emory University School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 1991
- Internship: Emory University School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 1989
- Medical Education: University of Texas Med Branch at Galveston, MD, 1988
Board Certifications
- Nephrology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1994
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1992
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
224 ratingsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/28/2026
Dr. Lea is a good listener and thorough and patient taking her time to go over lab results and answering questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2026
Super nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2026
She is great! I just wish I didn't have to take medication
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
Dr. Lea and staff are amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
Dr. Lea provides excellent care and thoughtful next steps.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
Very good doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
The care provider was attentive to my needs. Her explanations were thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Dr. Lea is very caring and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
The care provider was attentive to my needs and provided the service I expected.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Very attentive and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Very nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr. Lea Rocks!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr. Janice Lea was patient with all my questions and went over lab results and prognosis. I did not feel rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
Dr. Lea is always patient and listens to my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Dr. Lea provides excellent care. She is knowledgeable, professional, thorough, thoughtful and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Truly a standard for other healthcare centers to consider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Excellent visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
Dr. Lea and her team are amazing!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2025
The nurse and Dr Lea were very accomodating, informed me of what they wrte doing and answered any questions I had. Very gpod visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Very good experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
The Lea is clearly the best in knowledge, relating and attention to detail
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
Dr Lea is very attentive and sensitive in her demeanor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
Dr. Lea was very professional, easy to talk to, knowledgeable and took her time with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2025
I am very pleased with the service the care provider provided me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2025
Very good experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
Dr. Lea is professional, friendly, and very thorough. She is caring and encourages your participation throughout the visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2025
Dr Lea is very calm, friendly & answers all my questions. My appointments never feel rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/10/2025
The care provider was attentive to my needs and provided information pertaining to my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2025
Very good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/3/2025
Dr. Lea was most impressive in her detail explanations of next step.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/21/2025
Truly Guest Centric
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2025
Dr. Lea is an excellent doctor, and I would highly recommend her to family and friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2025
I truly appreciate how Dr Lea consistently takes the time to listen to my concerns with patience and empathy. I feel comfortable asking questions, and Dr Lea takes the time to answer in detail, ensuring I understand all my options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2025
Dr. Lea was selected as a second opinion physician for my POC; she became my physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2025
Dr. Lea is an excellent doctor. She is knowledgeable, professional, caring, personable and every positive attribute I can imagine. She takes time to explain and discuss issues in an easy to understand manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2024
The care provider was attentive to my needs and provided excellent patient care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2024
A competent and compassionate Care Provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2024
Dr. Lea is familiar with my care and I feel very comfortable with sharing my health goals with her. She always give me great tips to optimize my health condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2024
Dr. Lea is always thoughtful and welcoming.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2024
The care provider was attentive to my needs and provided recommendations per our discussion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
I enjoyed working with Dr.Lea, she listened to my concerns and provided a treatment plan with options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2024
Dr. Lea is exceptional.....a real partner in my healthcare
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
Dr. Lea listens and communicated well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2024
Excellent customer service experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2024
My care provider listened to my concerns and included me in the decision making process.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2024
Been with her for years. She remembers me all the time. Very good at what she does Would not replace her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2024
DR. LEA IS EXCELLENT!!!!