Georgia Lea | Ochsner Health

Georgia S. Lea, MD

Director, Movement Disorders Clinic & DBS Program, Movement Disorders Fellowship Program & Annual Parkinsons Disease Symposium

4.9 of 5 Stars
Based on 191 Patient Verified Ratings

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Covington, LA 70433

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Ochsner Health Center - Covington

1000 Ochsner Blvd.

Covington, LA 70433

Mon-Fri: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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Dr. Georgia Lea joined Ochsner in August of 2008 after parents and extended family drew her to the area from North Carolina. She specializes in Parkinson's disease and movement disorders.

She completed her medical degree at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, where she went on to perform her internship at Morehouse School of Medicine Hospitals. Dr. Lea finished her residency at the University of North Carolina Hospitals in Chapel Hill. She went on to complete a fellowship at the Alton Ochsner Foundation in movement disorders.

Dr. Lea is an associate professor at Tulane Medical School, a lecturer at the Queensland University School of Medicine, and a volunteer clinical faculty member.

Medical School

Emory University School of Medicine - Atlanta, GA

Internship

Morehouse School of Medicine Hospitals - Atlanta, GA

Residency

University of North Carolina Hospitals - Chapel Hill, NC

Fellowship

Alton Ochsner Foundation - New Orleans, LA (Movement Disorders)

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November 2019

Excellent

I had immediate concerns re: an episode with my Parkinson's. Dr. Lea ALWAYS listens & gives truthful answers. I feel she & are partners in managing my condition.

it was pleasant

very satisfied with the provider and her attention to my problem [parkinsons]

very good

October 2019

Very efficient. Addressed ongoing management of Parkinson's Disease.

okay

Dr. Lea and her staff are wonderful!! She is compassionate, professional, knowledgeable and observant! We feel like she gives our son the best care and attention.

Dr. Georgia Lea and her staff is absolutely amazing!!!!! They are truly accommodating and helpful!

very good experience. staff was very helpful and courteous. I love Dr. Lea !!!

Doctor Lea communicated in a way that was easy for me to understand. She is personable and has excellent bedside manner.

I love being able to communicate with my provider through MyChart if I have questions between visits.

Visit with Dr. Georgia Lea was good. She explaines and answers any questions that I may have.

Dr. Lea is a very caring and professional doctor. My wife and I are very impressed with her and recommend her highly. I thank her very much for her compassion and sincere interest in my medical problems.

what doctor and I discussed treatment options and I left satisfied with the current state of my care.

Dr. Lea is wonderful.

Dr Lea put my mind at rest over my concern about my tremors. I felt relieved and well taken care of after this visit

I am diagnosised with PSP and Dr.Lea is wonderful.

I have been visiting Dr. Lea for a long time and am impressed with her professionalism. I have several neurological problems and appreciate knowing that there is a doctor I can turn to with confidence.

September 2019

excellent, on time, professional, extremely knowledgeable.

Dr. Lea provided DBS in 2012 and checked my battery, telling me that it may need replaced in the next few months. I have referred friends to Dr. Lea.

It was professional and pleasant. Dr.Lea and her staff are helpful and take care of me.

This was our first Virtual Visit. It was easy to setup and to use. Everything went well and ideas if we were in the office.

Dr. Lea and her nurse are always very friendly. Her nurse always treats us like family, like we matter. Dr. Lea is kind and thorough. We love these ladies!

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June 2016

Great. She is treating me for Dystonia, and giving me Botox injections. One of the nicest and best !!!

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Georgia S. Lea, MD

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Parkinson’s Disease 101

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Parkinson’s Disease 101

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Proud to be ranked #1 in Louisiana... 8 years in a row.

Latest Update from Ochsner Health on COVID-19

Georgia S. Lea, MD

Visit

Primary Location

Ochsner Medical Center

Ochsner Health Center - Covington

General Info

Gender

Languages

Primary Specialty

Additional Specialties

Watch My Videos

Read My Blogs

Parkinson’s Disease 101

Visit

Primary Location

Ochsner Medical Center

Ochsner Health Center - Covington

General Info

Gender

Languages

Primary Specialty

Additional Specialties

Watch My Videos

Read My Blogs

Parkinson’s Disease 101

Biography

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Medical School

Internship

Residency

Fellowship

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