Dr. Alex E. Lechin, MD, Houston, TX | Pulmonologist

About Dr. Alex E. Lechin

Based in Houston, TX, Dr. Alex E. Lechin is a skilled pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist. He works at the Texas Institute of Chest and Sleep Disorders. He is also affiliated with Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital and Memorial Hermann Pearland Hospital. Dr. Lechin received his medical degree from Universidad Central de Venezuela Escuela de Medicina Luis Razetti. He completed an internship in internal medicine at Wake Forest University, North Carolina Baptist Hospital. He then completed a residency in internal medicine at East Tennessee State University. Additionally, he completed a fellowship in pharmacology at the Central University of Venezuela, Institute of Experimental Medicine. After this, he chose to pursue additional fellowship training in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine at the Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Lechin is certified in pulmonary diseases by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is also a member of the American College of Physicians, American Medical Association, and the Texas Medical Association. He is well versed in English and Spanish. He is committed to providing excellent medical care and individualizing it to suit each person’s needs.

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Emphysema (COPD)

Insomnia

Sleep apnea

Heart failure

Asthma

Emphysema (COPD)

Insomnia

Sleep apnea

Heart failure

Office location

Dr. Alex E. Lechin, MD also offers online video visits for patients

Texas Institute of Chest and Sleep Disorders

14262 Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX 77034

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Education and background

Practice names

Texas Institute of Chest and Sleep Disorders

Hospital affiliations

Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital
Memorial Hermann Pearland Hospital

Board certifications

Pulmonary Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine)

Education and training

Medical School - Universidad Central de Venezuela Escuela de Medicina Luis Razetti
Central University of Venezuela, Institute of Experimental Medicine, Fellowship in Pharmacology
Wake Forest University, North Carolina Baptist Hospital, Internship in Internal Medicine
East Tennessee State University, Residency in Internal Medicine
Baylor College of Medicine, Fellowship in Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine
Emil Friedman College (Bachelor's)
Southern Vermont College (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

American College of Physicians
American Medical Association
Texas Medical Association

Awards and publications

SANDOZ: "Outstanding Contribution in Clinical Research" 1991
H TEXAS Magazine: Nominated as one of Houston's Best Pulmonologists. September 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011
Patients Choice Award: 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1790710895

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Frequently asked questions

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Which hospital is Dr. Alex E. Lechin affiliated with?

Dr. Alex E. Lechin is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital and Memorial Hermann Pearland Hospital.

What practice does Dr. Alex E. Lechin work with?

Dr. Alex E. Lechin works with Texas Institute of Chest and Sleep Disorders.

Where is Dr. Alex E. Lechin's office located?

Dr. Alex E. Lechin has 2 office locations in Houston, view full addresses on Dr. Lechin's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Alex E. Lechin have?

Dr. Alex E. Lechin is certified by Pulmonary Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Alex E. Lechin?

Dr. Alex E. Lechin frequently sees patients for COVID-19 Antibody Test, COVID-19 Testing, Pulmonology Consultation, Sinus Problems / Sinusitis, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Alex E. Lechin on their profile.