Dr. Dara Lee LewisMD

Dr. Lewis specializes in women's cardiology, cholesterol management, POTS, and cardiovascular disease broadly. She also focuses on preventive medicine and identifying cardiac risk factors early. Her dual training in cardiology and preventive medicine gives her a comprehensive lens on heart health.

POTS stands for Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, a condition affecting heart rate regulation when a patient moves from lying to standing. Dr. Lewis treats POTS and has presented webinars on the topic. She brings both clinical expertise and patient education to its management.

Yes. Dr. Lewis co-directs the Women's Cardiology Program at The Lown Group alongside Dr. Alyson Kelley-Hedgepeth. She focuses on the distinct cardiovascular needs and risk profiles of women. This program addresses conditions and presentations that affect women differently than men.

Dr. Lewis contributes to the Harvard Health Blog and has presented webinars on topics including heart disease and POTS. She brings that same educational approach into her patient appointments. Patients consistently describe her as generous with her time and explanations.

Dr. Lewis holds specialization in both cardiology and preventive medicine. She practices at The Lown Group, which maintains affiliations with Harvard Medical School and Mass General Brigham. Her clinical background supports a non-invasive, prevention-first approach to cardiac care.

Patients describe Dr. Lewis as thorough, deeply knowledgeable, and generous with her time during appointments. Her approach combines clinical depth with attentive, unhurried care. Many patients value her ability to explain complex cardiac topics clearly.