David Lee, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon, Foot and Ankle

Dr. Lee is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in care of the foot and ankle.

About the doctor

TREATMENTS AND SERVICES

Ankle Sprains
Ankle Fracture
Foot & Ankle Injuries
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David C. Lee, M.D. is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in the care of the foot and ankle. He strives to help his patients better understand their foot and ankle conditions and all of their treatment options to work together toward excellent outcomes. With so many moving parts, the foot and ankle are complex, and finding the least invasive solutions to the variety of challenges in keeping it moving is what continues to motivate Dr. Lee.


He received his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center.  He then completed a fellowship program in orthopedic foot and ankle surgery at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland.

Dr. Lee is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Following the completion of his training, Dr. Lee also returned to work part-time at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Teaching residents and medical students from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA as a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor has been an essential part of his career, helping him stay at the forefront of evolving techniques and science in the field.

He is also involved in the Harbor-UCLA Foot and Ankle Fellowship training program. Dr. Lee is a current member of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

In his free time, Dr. Lee enjoys spending time with his family and outdoors, whether it be in the water, in the mountains, or exploring new destinations.

Boards, Awards & Education


University of Michigan

Medical School

Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

Orthopaedic Surgical Residency

Testimonials

The patient perspective

Check out what Dr. Lee’s patients have to say about their treatment experiences and results.

Dr. Lee has been my physician for over ten years. He is very compassionate, caring, and thorough. The quality of care he provides to his patients is truly exceptional and I highly recommend him. My experience with him has been remarkable and I could not be happier with the services he provides!
Holly I. August 2024
Dr. Lee is very knowledgeable and personable. He listens closely to his patients and provides sound advice for optimum recovery from your injury. I appreciate the fact that surgery was not the automatic solution. He evaluated my injury and found that it would heal satisfactorily with time and an air cast. He closely monitored my progress and I am very pleased that he is my doctor.
Bondell G. June 2024
Dr. Lee is attentive…His assessment and acknowledgment of my progress is very encouraging. His reassuring attitude is very inspiring. For me this has been a traumatic experience and has made me more empathic towards those with disabilities. It also has given me more appreciation for the first quality care given by Dr. Lee.
Patty C. 2023
Dr. Lee is the most talented, professional, yet caring doctor I have ever met. He has been so patient with me. I would never have had another foot surgery, but, I had to correct the mistakes of another inept doctor. A difficult task that Dr. Lee did with grace and humility. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Lee.
Stephanie A. 2021
I have required two foot surgeries in the last 13 months on the same foot and I’ve been so fortunate to have had Dr. Lee do both. He patiently talked me through the pros & cons of each procedure, answered all my many questions which helped me feel comfortable about the decisions I had to make, and has been incredibly responsive after each surgery and during the entire, lengthy recovery periods…I will be back to see him without any hesitation if need be, and will confidently refer friends and family to him as well.
Nancy P. 2021

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