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Dr. Lea Blackwell, MD
General Surgery* Age 52
Dr. Lea Blackwell, MD
4.7 (3 Ratings)
Dr. Lea Blackwell, MD is a General Surgeon in Fort Myers, FL.
Dr. Lea Blackwell, MD
4.7 (3 Ratings)

Dr. Lea Blackwell, MD

General Surgery* Age 52
Fort Myers, FL
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience
Dr. Lea Blackwell, MD is a General Surgeon in Fort Myers, FL.

About Dr. Lea Blackwell, MD

Dr. Blackwell graduated from Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine|LSU School OF MED IN SHREVEPORT|University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas in 2002 and completed a residency at Louisiana State Univeristy. Dr. Lea Blackwell, MD is a General Surgeon in Fort Myers, FL and has 24 years experience. At present, Dr. Blackwell received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Dr. Blackwell's office accepts new patients. Dr. Blackwell is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Mastectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Mastectomy
Lumpectomy
Breast Lump
Breast Cancer
Biopsy of Breast
Excision of Breast Tumor
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Puncture Aspiration
Breast Reconstruction
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Abdominal Pain
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bone Cancer
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gastroparesis
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hyperparathyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
Lung Cancer
Male Breast Cancer
Non-Traumatic Brain Injury
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Breast Augmentation
Breast Reduction
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Hernia Repair
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Nipple Reconstruction
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Wound Repair

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Cigna PPO
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
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  • HealthyBlue 2.0
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  • Select HMO
  • Superior Health Plan
  • MultiPlan PPO

Where Dr. Lea Blackwell, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Office
    14440 Metropolis Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33912
  2. 2 Precision Healthcare Specialists LLC
    13691 Metro Pkwy Ste 300, Fort Myers, FL 33912

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Patient Reviews
Jun 16, 2023
She is a compassionate Doctor, filling me with confidence for any breast surgery that she had to perform. I recommend her highly.
Ruth Laren — Jun 16, 2023
May 16, 2023
Excellent Surgeon very caring and professional
Lois Healy — May 16, 2023
Feb 21, 2023
Excellent
Karen m — Feb 21, 2023
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Meet Dr. Lea Blackwell, MD

Specialties*
General Surgery
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FAQs About Dr. Blackwell's Practice

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Dr. Lea Blackwell, MD is affiliated with Cape Coral Hospital and Lee Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Lea Blackwell, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine|LSU School OF MED IN SHREVEPORT|University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas
    2002
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Internship
  • Charity Hospital and Medical Center of La at No
    2003
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • Louisiana State Univeristy
    2007
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • Washington
    2008
Fellowship Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Lea Blackwell, MD Practices

  • Cape Coral Hospital

    636 Del Prado Blvd S, Cape Coral, FL

  • Lee Memorial Hospital

    2776 Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers, FL

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