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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.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, 2021

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Hematology - Oncology, 2017

  • Residencies

    Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2012

  • Internship

    Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2010

  • Education

    Yale University School of Medicine, 2009

  • Languages

    English

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.

Where I see patients (1)

    My reviews

    4.6

    Overall Experience
    66 Ratings
    About our process
    Mar 06, 2025
    Not much reliable or regular communication about my care and status. I don't feel he is that involved in reviewing my health issues day to day and communicating next steps and reasoning in any great detail.
    Jan 30, 2025
    Communications and timely responses to my questions are sporadic, incomplete and not clear.
    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.

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