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Nondiscrimination Statement Update

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Campus Construction Update

Starting September 14, we’re closing the Menino building lobby entrance. This, along with the ongoing Yawkey building entrance closure, will help us bring you an even better campus experience that matches the exceptional care you've come to expect. Please enter the Menino and Yawkey buildings through the Moakley building, and make sure to leave extra time to get to your appointment. Thank you for your patience. 

Click here to learn more about our campus redesign. 

Lea Sheward, MD

Pediatric Nephrologist


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About

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.

  • Departments

  • Specialties

    Hypertension, voiding dysfunction and bedwetting, proteinuria, hematuria, hydronephrosis, recurrent urinary tract infections, electrolyte abnormalities, chronic kidney disease

  • Contact

    617.414.4841

  • Primary Location

    801 Massachusetts Ave
    7th Floor
    Boston, MA 02118

  • Administrative Title

    Chief of Pediatric Nephrology

  • Residency

    University of Vermont Medical Center

  • Fellowship

    Boston Children's Hospital

  • Board Certifications

    Pediatrics

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