Gordon K. Lee, M.D.

Breast reconstructive surgeon, Plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Breast surgeon, Facial plastic surgeon, Cosmetic plastic surgeon, Head and neck surgeon, Surgeon

Associate Professor of Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) at the Stanford University Medical Center
Bio:   Dr. Gordon Lee is an Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at Stanford University. Dr. Lee completed his undergraduate education at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and graduated magna cum laude. He attended medical school at Stanford University. He completed a combined residency in General Surgery and Plastic Surgery at UCLA Medical Center, where he was inspired by Dr. William Shaw, a pioneer in microsurgery and breast reconstruction, to pursue a career in academic plastic surgery. After residency, Dr. Lee completed an advanced microsurgery fellowship at the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. Dr. Lee is the Residency Program Director for Plastic Surgery, Director of Microsurgery, and the Associate Chief for Clinical Affairs. Dr. Lee is involved in the full range of oncologic reconstructive surgery at the Stanford Cancer Center in performing breast reconstruction, abdominal and pelvic reconstruction, head and neck reconstruction, and extremity reconstruction.
Dr. Lee performs approximately 80-100 microvascular free flaps per year, and over 300 breast procedures per year.

Dr. Lee is recognized national and internationally for his clinical work and research in reconstructive surgical outcomes and surgical education. He is the 2015-2016 Plastic Surgery Foundation Visiting Professor, and has given lectures around the world. He is a member of state and national plastic surgery societies, and serves on numerous committees. He is the Associate Editor for the Annals of Plastic Surgery, and Editorial Board member for Microsurgery Journal and PRS-GO (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open).
4.8 out of 5
54 Patient Ratings
8 Patient Comments

Breast Cancer Program

  • 900 Blake Wilbur Drive
  • 1st Floor
  • Palo Alto, CA 94304
  • Phone: 650-498-6004
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Stanford Women's Cancer Center

  • 900 Blake Wilbur Drive
  • 1st Floor
  • Palo Alto, CA 94304
  • Phone: 650-498-6004
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Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Clinic

Professional Education

  • Fellowship: MD Anderson Cancer Center (2004) TX
  • Internship: UCLA (1998) CA
  • Residency: UCLA (2003) CA
  • Board Certification: Plastic Surgery, American Board of Plastic Surgery (2005)
  • Medical Education: Stanford University Medical Center (1997) CA
  • MD, Stanford School of Medicine, Medicine (1997)
  • BS, U.C.L.A., Biology (1992)

Honors & Awards

  • Henry J. Kaiser Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching, Stanford School of Medicine (2012)
  • Outstanding Teaching Award, Plastic Surgery Residency Program (2011)
  • Who's Who in America 2009, Strathmore (2009)
  • Outstanding Teaching Award, Plastic Surgery Residency Program (2009)
  • America's Top Surgeon 2009, Consumer's Research Council (2009)
  • Outstanding Teaching Award, Plastic Surgery Residency Program (June 2008)
  • Baronio Scholar, Plastic Surgery Research Council (2003)

Administrative Appointments

  • Associate Chief of Clinical Affairs, Plastic Surgery, Stanford Plastic Surgery (2013 - Present)
  • Medical Director, Intermediate ICU, D2/G2S, Stanford Healthcare (2013 - Present)
  • Program Director, Stanford Plastic Surgery Residency (2008 - Present)
  • Director of Microsurgery, Stanford Plastic Surgery (2006 - Present)
  • Associate Program Director, Stanford Plastic Surgery Residency (2006 - 2008)
4.9

Friendliness

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Recommended to others

4.8

Explanations

4.8

Listens

4.8

Includes you in decisions

4.9

Clear Communication

4.9

Confidence in your doctor

4.4

Wait times

SHC Patient, Jul 2015

Outstanding care! Not a thing wrong!

SHC Patient, Jun 2015

My experience with doctor, NP, assistants on staff have been great.

SHC Patient, May 2015

Dr. Lee is compassionate & caring. He was detailed & explained everything that was easily understood. He is patient & I did not feel rushed.

SHC Patient, Mar 2015

Dr. Lee shows concern and diffuses stress with humor. He is fabulous!

SHC Patient, Oct 2014

Dr. Lee has a good sense of humor.

SHC Patient, Jul 2014

Very good impression of care provider.

SHC Patient, Jul 2014

Dr. Gordon Lee is so caring & wonderful. Pam his office scheduler is the best!

SHC Patient, Dec 2013

Dr. Lee and Dr. Kampermann are the dynamic duo!!!

4.8 out of 5
54 Patient Ratings
8 Patient Comments

SHC Patient, Jul 2015

Outstanding care! Not a thing wrong!

SHC Patient, Jun 2015

My experience with doctor, NP, assistants on staff have been great.

SHC Patient, May 2015

Dr. Lee is compassionate & caring. He was detailed & explained everything that was easily understood. He is patient & I did not feel rushed.

SHC Patient, Mar 2015

Dr. Lee shows concern and diffuses stress with humor. He is fabulous!

SHC Patient, Oct 2014

Dr. Lee has a good sense of humor.

SHC Patient, Jul 2014

Very good impression of care provider.

SHC Patient, Jul 2014

Dr. Gordon Lee is so caring & wonderful. Pam his office scheduler is the best!

SHC Patient, Dec 2013

Dr. Lee and Dr. Kampermann are the dynamic duo!!!