Dr. Lea Sheward, MD, Boston, MA | Pediatric Nephrologist

About Dr. Lea Sheward

Lea Sheward, MD has joined our Department as the Chief of the Division of Pediatric Nephrology. Dr. Sheward received her undergraduate degree in Classical Studies and Biology from Union College in Schenectady, NY. After a brief career in basic science research, she obtained a master’s degree in Biomedical Studies from Tufts University. A medical graduate of Tufts University School of Medicine, Dr. Sheward completed her pediatric training at the University of Vermont and fellowship training in Pediatric Nephrology at Boston Children’s Hospital. Throughout her career, Dr. Sheward has been an advocate for addressing food insecurity and for understanding the impact of poverty on patients. Under her leadership, we now have the opportunity to expand comprehensive pediatric nephrology services to our pediatric community.

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Popular visit reasons

Chronic Kidney Disease

Congenital Kidney Disease

Edema

Pediatric Elevated Creatinine / Acute Renal Failure

Pediatric Nephrology Consultation

Pediatric Nephrotic Syndrome

Pediatric Polycystic Kidney Disease

Pyelonephritis

Chronic Kidney Disease

Congenital Kidney Disease

Edema

Pediatric Elevated Creatinine / Acute Renal Failure

Office locations

Pediatrics - Primary Care (1 of 2)

850 Harrison Ave, 6th Fl, Boston, MA 02118

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Pediatrics - Nephrology (2 of 2)

850 Harrison Ave, 6th Fl, Boston, MA 02118

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Education and background

Practice names

Boston Medical Center Pediatrics-Specialty Care

Board certifications

American Board of Pediatrics

Education and training

Medical School - Tufts University, Doctor of Medicine
University of Vermont Medical Center, Residency in Pediatrics
Boston Children's Hospital, Fellowship in Pediatric Nephrology
Tufts University, Master's in Biomedical Studies

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1437511631

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Dr. Lea Sheward works with Boston Medical Center Pediatrics-Specialty Care.

Where is Dr. Lea Sheward's office located?

Dr. Lea Sheward has 2 office locations in Boston, view full addresses on Dr. Sheward's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Lea Sheward have?

Dr. Lea Sheward is certified by American Board of Pediatrics.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Lea Sheward?

Dr. Lea Sheward frequently sees patients for Chronic Kidney Disease, Congenital Kidney Disease, Edema, Pediatric Nephrology Consultation, and Pyelonephritis. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Lea Sheward on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Lea Sheward speak?

Dr. Lea Sheward speaks English.

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