Nephrology
Nicolae Leca, MD
Professor of Medicine, University of Washington; Medical Director, Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation; Medical Director, UW Medicine Transplant Institute
Nicolae Leca, MD, is a nephrologist specializing in kidney and pancreas transplantation at UW Medical Center in Seattle, Washington. As Medical Director of Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation and the UW Medicine Transplant Institute, he leads efforts to optimize transplant outcomes through novel immunosuppressive approaches, clinical trials, and comprehensive post-transplant care. Dr. Leca treats conditions including antibody-mediated rejection, BK nephropathy, HLA sensitization, post-transplant
30+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Nephrology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
- Internal Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Education & Training
- State University of New York — Nephrology Transplant Fellowship, 2005
- State University of New York — Nephrology Fellowship, 2004
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/Mount Sinai Hospital — Residency, Internal Medicine, 2002
- Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy — M.D., 1996
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
- Seattle Magazine — Top Doctor
2022-2025 (4 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- UW Medical Center-Montlake
- MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
Languages
English, Romanian
Experience
30+ years in practice