Lee-may Chen

MD

Gynecologic cancer surgeon

Dr. Lee-may Chen, a specialist in cancers of the female reproductive system, is director of UCSF's gynecologic oncology division. She has a particular interest in surgical and medical management of ovarian cancer.

Chen's research focuses on early detection in women who are at high risk of developing gynecological cancer, as well as symptom management and decision making in the treatment of these cancers.

Chen earned her medical degree and completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Michigan. She completed a fellowship in gynecologic oncology at the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center before joining UCSF Medical Center in 1999.

  • Education

    University of Michigan School of Medicine, 1992

  • Residencies

    University of Michigan Medical Center, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1996

  • Fellowships

    UCLA and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Gynecologic Oncology, 1999

  • Board Certifications

    Obstetrics and Gynecology, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Hospice and Palliative Medicine, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

  • Academic Title

    Professor

  • Languages

    Mandarin

Conditions I specialize in

Where I see patients (2)

    My reviews

    4.8

    Overall Experience
    249 Ratings
    About our process
    Dec 03, 2023
    I feel I am receiving the very best care I have ever had - I know I am in good hands.
    Oct 27, 2023
    I would hope no one else got what I have but if they did I would definitely recommend UCSF and this provider if that is the field of their problem. There are not clear answers and I appreciate how truthful I feel my provider is she provides me great confidence she is thinking for my best possible outcome.
    Oct 21, 2023
    Excellent experience
    Sep 25, 2023
    Everyone I've ever worked with in Dr. Chen's circle has been amazing.
    Sep 24, 2023
    Dr. Chen was excellent! She heard my concerns and responded accordingly.
    Sep 21, 2023
    The 2 1/2hrs at the clinic was worth the wait. I would have waited longer if I had to
    Aug 30, 2023
    Good
    Aug 30, 2023
    Dr. Chen had clear recommendations with excellent reasoning which I followed with confidence.
    Aug 24, 2023
    The best service
    Aug 15, 2023
    Dr. Chen and her team are very respectful friendly and supportive. She made sure I understood my condition treatment options and answered all of my questions completely
    Aug 10, 2023
    Very good provider I recommend
    Jul 29, 2023
    Dr. Chen is wonderful. Besides being a skilled surgeon she explains things clearly and she really cares about her patients.
    Jul 14, 2023
    UCSF is the best Hospital.
    Jul 06, 2023
    Provider listened and carefully explained. Addressed all my concerns.
    Jun 12, 2023
    Doctor Lee May Chen is awesome
    Jun 12, 2023
    Dr. Lee M. Chen is very caring patient and friendly
    May 29, 2023
    Dr. Chen was very patient and showed compassion and empathy for my situation. She was a calming presence.
    May 29, 2023
    Dr. Chen was knowledgeable detailed and listened and answered my questions to my full satisfaction.
    May 01, 2023
    Wonderful working with Dr. Chen. A true master doctor and healer. Thank you Dr. Chen!
    Apr 29, 2023
    My best doctor since 2005. Very thorough extremely knowledgeable and smart caring. I am with UCSF because of Dr Chen. I love Dr Chen
    Apr 25, 2023
    I want more discussion information with the recommendation/proposed plan. However the care provider did give me a referral.
    Apr 13, 2023
    Dr Chen is always thorough kind and patient. I can't say enough about how much better I feel after meeting with her.
    Apr 06, 2023
    So thankful I was referred to Dr Chen.
    Mar 30, 2023
    The best
    Mar 16, 2023
    Dr. Chen is the best. Her team is also stellar. I feel very well taken care of when I am at UCSF and her department.
    Mar 07, 2023
    Been with Dr Chen for 6 years now. She's a busy lady but she takes care of me very well
    Feb 27, 2023
    Dr. Chen is wonderful.
    Feb 09, 2023
    Dr Lee-May Chen was exceptional. I'm so grateful I could see her.
    Jan 22, 2023
    Questioned my other health issues in great detail almost calling into question my autoimmune issues. Was borderline condescending about them and my opinion about MY health. Was questioning me In great detail about my over tens years in the BRCA prevention program. Questioning why I wasn't involved in the surveillance teamone I had never been told about that only started about 4 years ago. Left feeling like I wasn't welcome instead of feeling like she was a doctor that was there to care for me
    Jan 14, 2023
    I have been with Dr. Chen for many years. She's taking good care of my cancer journey very well.
    Dec 29, 2022
    Dr Chen is probably the best doctor I've ever had in terms of listening to me observing and communicating what I need to know allowing me time to participate in my care and understand what's happening to the best of my ability very calming.
    Dec 24, 2022
    I've been seeing Dr. Chen for many years she is the best doctor one can have if one must have cancer!
    Dec 22, 2022
    Very Good
    Dec 18, 2022
    Highly recommend!:)
    Dec 10, 2022
    Dr. Chen was very professional and informative concerning my rare diagnosis. She reviewed my chart and clearly and precisely explained my condition and treatment options.
    Nov 29, 2022
    The issue was that we thought we were discussing treatment options but Dr. Chen was focused on post operative issues. We were not in the same page. It was a hard conversation and my questions were not addressed. I think we all came into the discussion with different agendas and that lead to probably all of us getting frustrated.
    Oct 20, 2022
    I always trust my oncologist Dr. Lee May Chen
    Oct 18, 2022
    Very Good
    Oct 06, 2022
    Seems very busy and rushed. Waited over an Hr while undressed but draped and the medical assistant brought me water. During a stressful time it was a bit uncomforting. Again staff was very nice
    Oct 02, 2022
    I would recommend Dr. Chen and her practice to every single person who needs such treatment.
    Sep 19, 2022
    I filled out paper work sent to me and then they asked all the same questions again
    Sep 18, 2022
    The Provider is excellent in her field in her care in her continued devotion to finding the best way for me. I am not surprised that others like and need her expertise so understand there are waits sometimes as she attends the most urgent needs. I am truly grateful.
    Sep 17, 2022
    Dr Chen is wonderful! She's always so caring never rushes love her. Been going to her since 2009!
    Sep 15, 2022
    The best
    Sep 08, 2022
    Dr. Chen was patient & thorough in her explanations. She answered all of our questions and discussed possible follow-up options. I felt secure in her knowledge and efforts to give me the best possible care.
    Sep 01, 2022
    Staff was awesome
    Sep 01, 2022
    Dr. Chen is the best! She is calm explains things clearly and really listens to her patients' concerns. Seeing her yesterday made me feel much better about my path going forward.
    Aug 18, 2022
    Everything Good
    Jul 14, 2022
    Good
    Jul 04, 2022
    Very knowledgeable and reassuring. Made me feel confident about upcoming procedures.
    Jun 04, 2022
    Imposible better. Very professional and empathetic
    May 28, 2022
    Doctor Lee May Chen is the best
    May 12, 2022
    Dr Chen is the best oncologist I could imagine; respectful brilliant I feel cared for well.
    Apr 23, 2022
    Praise for Dr. Chen.
    Mar 19, 2022
    The UCsf hospital is the best
    Mar 18, 2022
    Absolutely WONDERFUL experience with her I really don't think it could have been any better so thanks so much
    Mar 07, 2022
    Dr. Chen is wonderful and I'd also like to mention that the resident was terrific as well.
    Feb 21, 2022
    Dr Chen has been a wonderful provider to me
    Feb 10, 2022
    The best
    Feb 08, 2022
    My Dr and her team are always respectful as well as compassionate.
    Feb 08, 2022
    Dr Chen was fine but the resident was horrible.

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