
Leah I Metz, MD
Nephrology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 21-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout
Care Philosophy
I enjoy building a therapeutic relationship with my patients and working with them to treat their condition in a collaborative way.
Personal Statement
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, reading and traveling.
Locations
- Emplify Health La Crosse Nephrology
- 1900 South Avenue, La Crosse, WI 54601
- Get Directions
- Phone: 608-775-2131
- Emplify Health Waukon Nephrology
- 120 2nd Avenue Southeast, Waukon, IA 52172
- Get Directions
- Phone: 800-411-8386
- Emplify Health Palmer Lutheran Hospital West Union Nephrology
- 112 Jefferson Street, West Union, IA 52175
- Get Directions
- Phone: 563-422-3811
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Nephrology, 2009
- Residency: Gundersen Medical Foundation, Internal Medicine, 2007
- Medical School: University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences, 2004
Board Certifications
- Nephrology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2009
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007
Insurance
- Aetna Health Management
- Amerigroup Iowa Inc
- Anthem BCBS WI
- Arise Health Plan/ WPS
- BCBS MN
- Benefit Plan Administrators
- Care Wisconsin
- CIGNA
- Community Link
- Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
- HealthEOS by Multiplan
- Healthpartners, Inc
- Independent Care Health Plan Medicaid
- Medica IFB
- Meritain Health
- MHS Health
- Midlands Choice
- Quartz
- The Alliance
- Tricare West
- Ucare Minnesota
- United Healthcare Inc.
- WCA Group Health Trust
- Wellmark BCBS IA
- Wisconsin Physician Services
Reviews
4.9 of 5 stars
72 Ratings, 26 ReviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2026
Dr Metz is OUTSTANDING!!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2026
Just truly Awesome. °
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2026
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2026
I can do mostly anything and more importantly contact someone through it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2026
Dr Metz is an outstanding physician and I am thankful she is in charge of my medical care. Her knowledge, expertise, care and compassion are outstanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2026
I love seeing Leah Metz is a wonderful doctor so caring and easy to talk to and goes over all my labs so I can understand them. She just is a very good person. She makes my doctor visit always an enjoyable one.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2026
Turned into a video conference due to a knee problem on my end.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2026
There is no better nephrologist . Dr Metz is caring, interested in my life,and concerned for me. I cannot give her enough respect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2026
Dr Metz and the Care Team is why we continue to use Gundersen/Emplify for our medical concerns. They are absolutely the Very Best providers and Great People!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2026
My visit was excellent, but I find this report unnecessarily bothersome. Too many questions and yeah. I was very happy with the whole experience and I could have said that in just a few words. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2026
Visits with Dr Metz are always a joy. We laugh a lot. She never rushes through the appointment; test results are thoroughly reviewed and explained, questions are answered clearly. Instead of just leaving the room afterward, she always accompanies me to the checkout desk as we exchange our goodbyes. She is excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2026
Dr Metz is a very professional and friendly doctor. She listens to me and is very knowledgeable about my Healthcare. I feel very comfortable and trust her 100 %.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2026
Very satisfied with my doctor Leah Metz - answered all my questions and did not hurry. Have been seeing her since 2010. check in went fine. the nurse who checked my blood pressure, and medications was also very nice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2026
Dr. Metz is an amazing, personable physician!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2026
I received at least 3 emails regarding THE SAME appointment to check in. After I already DID check in. Very frustrating. !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
I'm very lucky to have Dr Metz as my Nephrology doctor. She is more than excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Dr. Metz is very professional, and I could not ask for a better physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2026
I always look forward to seeing Leah. She is very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2026
You would be very lucky if all your doctors and employees were as caring and wanted to help patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2026
I was surprised at the condition of the exam room, especially with the updates of other departments. It is in an old hospital room, that looks very old and run down. There is not even a sink for staff or anyone to wash their hands. Very disappointing to see Nephrology in these deteriorating rooms. The medical experience, Leah Metz, MD and supporting staff were excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
Just plain awesome. Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/27/2025
Dr. Metz is very considerate. Thoughtful and personable. Highly recommend Dr. Metz to everyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2025
I like Dr. Metz really, really well. She sits and listens and I can ask her all kinds of questions or when she asks me, I try to give her the best answer I can. And I think she's just a very special person. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Dr. Metz is professional and caring. Easy to talk to and always takes the time needed. Always uses a thoughtful approach to address issues. I trust her with my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2025
Listen, I love you guys. Love Dr. Metz. You're all great. But as far as the digital, I don't, I'm not entered to get into the, oh, what'd you call it? You know, to get in the computer or on the phone and pull up my chart and all that stuff. I haven't ever done that with you people. That's why I rate it at zero.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
Dr. Metz is a very caring physician and is such a kind human being. I wouldn't go to anyone but her. any key.