James C. Lee

MD

Oncologist and melanoma specialist
Cancer immunotherapy expert

Dr. James C. Lee is a medical oncologist who specializes in caring for patients with advanced melanoma or other skin cancers.

Lee has more than a decade of research experience in cancer immunotherapy, focusing on understanding how the body's complex network of immune-regulatory processes influences the efficacy of these therapies. His goal is to design better treatment strategies that will enhance response while minimizing side effects.

Lee earned his medical degree at Yale School of Medicine, where he also earned a master's degree in health sciences, with a focus on cancer immunology. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the Mount Sinai Hospital and a fellowship in hematology and oncology at UCSF.

  • Education

    Yale School of Medicine, 2009

    Yale School of Medicine, MS, Cancer Immunology, 2009

  • Residencies

    Mount Sinai Health System, Internal Medicine, 2012

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Hematology and Oncology, 2017

  • Board Certifications

    Medical Oncology, American Board of Internal Medicine

    Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

  • Academic Title

    Assistant Professor

My philosophy is to combine the best that modern cancer immunotherapy has to offer with detailed attention to the priorities and needs of my patients.

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    My reviews

    4.7

    Overall Experience
    65 Ratings
    About our process
    Dec 20, 2024
    Dr. Lee has always had my trust. I just instinctively know that he cares about me and my adult children.
    Apr 10, 2024
    Dr.Lee explained clearly the issues at hand. He outlined the process going forward and answered all my questions, clearly. Dr. Lee was compassionate and competent. I trust him and am so pleased he is my doctor.
    Dec 29, 2023
    Dr. Lee was great he is was knowledgeable and caring
    Sep 29, 2023
    All very well
    Aug 18, 2023
    I feel both blessed and honored to have Dr. Lee as my provider. He acts as if I am the only person important during the appointments. We never feel rushed, and Dr. Lee is always open to questions.
    Aug 09, 2023
    Very committed
    May 31, 2023
    Dr. Lee is the best. He is very knowledgeable, patient, listens, and explains in a clear manner.
    May 17, 2023
    I like working with Dr. Lee.

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