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Lee-may Chen, MD

Gynecologic Oncology • Gynecologic Surgical Oncology
Gynecologic Oncology Mission Bay
415-353-9600
Portrait of Lee-may Chen
Portrait of Lee-may Chen
ucsf logo

Lee-may Chen, MD

Gynecologic Oncology • Gynecologic Surgical Oncology
Gynecologic Oncology Mission Bay
415-353-9600

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About me

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 & training

Board certification

  • Gynecological Oncology, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Fellowship

  • Gynecologic Oncology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (prior privileges)

Residency

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology, University of Michigan Medical Center

Degree

  • MD, University of Michigan

Locations

    Reviews

    Average rating

    4.9
    4.9 out of 5 Stars
    236 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 13, 2025

      I'm very blessed to be with Dr. Lee May Chen.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 21, 2025

      I recommend Dr. Lee-May Chen to all my gyn Onc support groups. Her Residents are excellent too and lucky to have her.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 5, 2025

      Dr. Lee-May Chen is very knowledgeable and professional. I am so grateful to have her and her term providing me with the best care for my illness.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      October 29, 2025

      I feel extraordinarily fortunate to be in Dr. Chen's cares. She is caring, thorough, patient and methodical. She treats me a whole patient. It means so much.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      October 25, 2025

      Excellent in all respects

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      September 24, 2025

      Dr Chen is a Wonderful Caring and Compassionate Doctor. I'm so lucky and happy to have her as my Doctor

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