About
Dr. Sharon Lechner is a board-certified family medicine physician with certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. She earned her undergraduate degree and her medical degree from the University of Maryland, then completed her residency at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She also completed a fellowship year in Obstetrics, also at UNC-Chapel Hill.
Dr. Lechner brings a holistic, compassionate approach to whole-family care. Her clinical interests span preventive medicine, lifestyle modifications, contraception counseling, mental health management, gender-affirming care, in-office procedures, and end-of-life transitions. She holds a deep commitment to equity in healthcare. Dr. Lechner was drawn to Asheville by its natural surroundings and close-knit community. She is married with two daughters and enjoys running, yoga, reading, good food, and meaningful time with friends.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Maryland – College Park
Medical School
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Residency
University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill
Fellowship
Year in Obstetrics, University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Lechner right for?
Dr. Lechner is a strong fit for patients who want a family medicine physician with a broad, holistic perspective. She sees patients across a wide age range and excels with those navigating mental health concerns, contraception, menopausal conditions, or gender-affirming care. Patients who value a physician who listens deeply and thinks about the full context of their health will find her approach especially resonant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Lechner specializes in family medicine with particular focus on preventive care, mental health management, contraception counseling, gender-affirming care, and lifestyle medicine. She also has training in obstetrics and performs a variety of in-office procedures.
Yes. Dr. Lechner holds certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. She completed her residency at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, followed by a fellowship year in Obstetrics, also at UNC-Chapel Hill.
Yes. Gender-affirming care is one of Dr. Lechner's defined clinical interests. She approaches this area with the same compassionate, holistic perspective she brings to all aspects of her practice.
Yes. Dr. Lechner manages depression, anxiety, and ADHD as part of her family medicine practice. She works within Ashewell's collaborative care model, which also includes an in-house therapist and psychiatric nurse practitioner for members who need additional support.
Dr. Lechner completed both her undergraduate and medical education at the University of Maryland. She then trained at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for her residency and completed a fellowship year in Obstetrics at the same institution.
Yes. Contraception counseling and menopausal care are among Dr. Lechner's core clinical interests. Her obstetrics fellowship training gives her additional depth in women's health beyond standard family medicine scope.
Doctor profile last updated March 29, 2026