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Bio
Dr. Michael Lee is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery (ABS), a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), and a Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (FASMBS) with the highest credentials in order to practice the highest level of bariatric surgery and revisional bariatric surgery. He received his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston before going on to complete his general surgery residency training at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. Dr. Lee is fellowship-trained in minimally invasive metabolic and bariatric surgery from the renowned Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.
Upon completion of his training, Dr. Lee was recruited as Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery and the Director of the Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery Fellowship Program at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas from 2012-2015 before entering private practice.
Dr. Lee specializes in minimally invasive bariatric surgery including revisional surgery as well as a minimally invasive general surgery. He has presented at the national level and published in peer-reviewed journals on topics ranging from robotic-assisted bariatric surgery, advanced laparoscopic surgical techniques, and reducing risk in bariatric surgery. His professional society memberships include the (ACS) American College of Surgeons, (SAGES) Society of American GI and Endoscopic Surgeons, and the (ASMBS) American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. In his free time, Dr. Lee trains for long distance triathlons and hopes to inspire and motivate his patients promoting physical activity and ethical eating.
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Reviews
Rating Breakdown
Reviews are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. For more information about the survey please visit the About Our Survey page.
Question Breakdown
4.9
Rate provider 0-10
4.9
Recommend this provider office
4.9
Provider showed concern
4.9
Provider explained things clearly
4.9
Provider discussed treatment options
4.9
Provider included you in decisions
4.9
Ease of scheduling appointments
4.8
Ease of contacting
Patient Reviews
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Comments
4.9 out of 5 (31 Ratings, 10 Comments)
5.0
Mar 2024
Great place great people
5.0
Mar 2024
All good
5.0
Mar 2024
It was an easy process, no complaints
5.0
Feb 2024
I always receive excellent care there. I would recommend this clinic and staff to anyone. Very professional, curious and kind!
5.0
Feb 2024
Always a good experience.
5.0
Feb 2024
Always a good experience.
5.0
Feb 2024
Front office staff, back office nurses, and doctor are all great with patients.
5.0
Jan 2024
Always wonderful experience here. Feel well cared for, informed, but not judged.