Dr. Kathleen LégerMD

Internal Medicine

at Extension Health — New York, NY

About

Dr. Kathleen Léger brings triple board certification in internal medicine, nephrology, and critical care medicine to her role as Longevity Specialist at Extension Health. She earned her MD from Upstate Medical College, State University of New York, after completing her undergraduate studies at Binghamton University. She then trained at NYU Langone Long Island Hospital for her residency and completed a fellowship at Yale New Haven Hospital.

With over a decade managing complex multi-system conditions, Dr. Léger focuses on women's health and female hormone optimization. She takes particular interest in how hormonal shifts affect energy, cognition, metabolic health, cardiovascular risk, and long-term aging trajectories. She holds a Nutrition Science certification from Stanford University and currently pursues advanced training in functional medicine through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. She speaks English, French, Haitian Creole, and Spanish.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

Binghamton University, State University of New York

Medical School

Upstate Medical College, State University of New York

Residency

NYU Langone Long Island Hospital

Fellowship

Yale New Haven Hospital

Additional Training

Nutrition Science certification, Stanford University; Advanced training in Functional Medicine, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (in progress)

Certifications

Board Certified in Internal Medicine
Board Certified in Nephrology
Board Certified in Critical Care Medicine
Nutrition Science certification – Stanford University
Advanced training in Functional Medicine – American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) (in progress)

Languages

English, French, Haitian Creole, Spanish

Conditions Treated

hormonal imbalances
kidney disease
critical illness
metabolic dysfunction
cardiovascular risk
cognitive decline
fatigue
women's health conditions

Who is Dr. Léger right for?

Dr. Léger is a strong fit for women navigating hormonal transitions and their downstream health effects. Patients dealing with fatigue, cognitive changes, metabolic shifts, or cardiovascular risk will benefit from her multi-system expertise. Her nephrology and critical care background makes her well-suited for patients managing complex, overlapping conditions. Women seeking a data-driven, functional approach to long-term health will find her perspective valuable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Léger specializes in women's health, female hormone optimization, nephrology, and critical care medicine. She focuses on how hormonal changes affect energy, cognition, metabolic health, and cardiovascular risk. Her triple board certification allows her to manage complex, multi-system conditions with depth and precision.

Yes. Dr. Léger holds board certification in internal medicine, nephrology, and critical care medicine. She also holds a Nutrition Science certification from Stanford University and currently pursues advanced functional medicine training through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.

Dr. Léger earned her MD from Upstate Medical College, State University of New York. She completed her residency at NYU Langone Long Island Hospital and her fellowship at Yale New Haven Hospital.

Dr. Léger speaks English, French, Haitian Creole, and Spanish. This range allows her to serve a diverse patient population and communicate with patients in their preferred language.

Dr. Léger takes a precision-based, functional approach to women's health. She looks closely at how hormonal shifts influence energy, cognition, metabolism, and long-term aging trajectories. Her goal is to identify and address root causes rather than manage symptoms in isolation.

Yes. Dr. Léger is board certified in nephrology and has over a decade of experience managing complex multi-system conditions, including those involving the kidneys. She integrates nephrology expertise with her broader focus on longevity and preventive medicine.

Dr. Léger currently pursues advanced training in functional medicine through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. She also holds a Nutrition Science certification from Stanford University, which informs her integrative approach to patient care.

Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026