Alfred Scott Lea

Alfred Scott Lea, MD is an Associate Professor of Medicine and Director of Clinical Affairs at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). He specializes in Transplant Infectious Diseases, Wound Care, Surgical Infections, and the business aspects of Infectious Disease Practice. Previously, he held roles at Baylor College of Medicine, serving as Chief of Baylor Infectious Disease Practice at Methodist Hospital and St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital. His career spans over 40 years, including 22 years in private practice and 19 years as Public Health Authority for Waco-McLennan County.

Educational Background:

• B.S., Baylor University, Waco, TX (1972, cum laude)
• M.D., Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX (1975, with honors)
• Fellowship in Medical Genetics, Baylor College of Medicine (1976)
• Internal Medicine Residency, Baylor College of Medicine (1979)
• Chief Resident, Ben Taub General Hospital (1979-1980)
• Infectious Diseases Fellowship, Baylor College of Medicine (1982)

Research Focus: His work emphasizes Transplant Infectious Diseases, Wound Care, and Surgical Infections, with a unique focus on optimizing clinical practice management in infectious diseases.

Awards: Recognized repeatedly in 'America's Top Physicians' and 'The Best Doctors in America.'

Professional Contributions: Active in public health, hospital leadership, and academic roles. Served as Director of Clinical Affairs at UTMB and held leadership positions at Baylor College of Medicine. Member of key organizations like the Infectious Disease Society of America and Texas Medical Association.