Sean Lei, MD
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Sean Lei, MD

  • Nephrology
Average rating: 5.0
Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.
Burbank Primary & Specialty Care |
2601 West Alameda Avenue, Suite 416 Burbank, CA 91505

About

Dr. Sean Lei is a board-certified nephrologist practicing in Burbank. He cares for patients with a wide range of kidney conditions, including hypertension, chronic kidney disease, and transplant-related care. His practice includes both outpatient clinic visits and dialysis care. Dr. Lei is committed to delivering high-quality, individualized, and compassionate care to every patient.

Dr. Lei completed medical school at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, followed by internal medicine residency training at the University of California - Irvine, then nephrology fellowship training at UCLA. Before joining UCLA, Dr. Lei had experience in teaching and mentoring and participated in research and academic activities within the field of nephrology.

He was originally born in China and spent most of his childhood in Canada. Outside of medicine, he enjoys cooking and hiking.

Dr. Lei is an active member of the American Society of Nephrology (ASN) and the National Kidney Foundation (NKF).

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certifications

Nephrology, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2025
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2023

Fellowship

Nephrology, UCLA Nephrology, 2025

Residency

Internal Medicine, University of California Irvine Medical Center, 2023

Degree

MD, Temple University School of Medicine, 2020

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
  • Medicare Advantage
  • MultiPlan
  • UFCM Health System
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare

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Reviews

Overall rating: 5.0
Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.
50 total ratings | 36 reviews
5.0
He explains things in way I can understand.
5.0
Dr Sean Lei is the best doctor I've seen, always keeps me informed on the best courses of action and helps me to understand the complicated blood and urine test results so that I can stay focused and consistent. His kind and thoughtful suggestions enable me to hope and strive for the best despite the potentially bad outcomes that result in dialysis. 10 out of 10 star rating!
5.0
He spent much time with me and answered all my questions.
5.0
Dr. Sean Lei was the kindest and wonderful doctor I have ever been to. So thorough so knowledgeable. Excellent doctor. Very happy to be his patient.
5.0
very thorough, clear and caring. Took time to explain issues. very good.