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Dr. John Lee, MD

Dr. John Lee, MD

Neurosurgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. John Lee, MD is a neurosurgeon in Philadelphia, PA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lee has extensive experience in Nervous System Neoplasms. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Pennsylvania Hospital and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

235 S 8th St Philadelphia, PA 19106
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(215) 829-6700

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Lee is affiliated with Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.

Dr. Lee is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lee specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Lee's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lee

4.7

13 ratings, 5 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 30, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Marcia B from PA – Aug 03, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Dec 16, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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May 22, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cynthia in NJ – Jul 27, 2018
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biography

Dr. John Lee, MD is a neurosurgeon in Philadelphia, PA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lee has extensive experience in Nervous System Neoplasms. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1998. He is affiliated...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Lee is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office235 S 8th St Philadelphia, PA 19106
    1
    Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania3400 Spruce St Philadelphia, PA 19104
    2
    Office801 Spruce St Fl 3 Philadelphia, PA 19107
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

      3400 Spruce St
      Philadelphia, PA 19104
      Recipient of 60
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      7% higher than the national average

      86%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      11% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Chester County Hospital

      701 E Marshall St
      West Chester, PA 19380
      Recipient of 44
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Pennsylvania Hospital

      800 Spruce St
      Philadelphia, PA 19107
      Recipient of 52
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality