Summary

Dr. Sangwoo Lee is a board certified Ophthalmology practicing at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens located in Fresh Meadows, NY. He received his medical degree from Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University, completed his internship in Internal and residency in Ophthalmology at NewYork-Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center. Following his residency he then completed his fellowship in Vitreo-retinal Disease and Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center. Dr. Lee is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Weill Medical College.Dr. Lee is the Medical Director of the Queens Eye Center and spearheads the retinal program at the Center. He has special interest in diabetic eye diseases, macular degeneration, retinal tears and retinal detachments. Dr. Lee experience in ocular trauma is critical to is work as team eye physician to the New York Mets.

Office Location

NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens - Ophthalmology

17415 Horace Harding Expy LowrFresh Meadows, NY 11365

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 28 years of experience
  • 4 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Korean
  • NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital - Weill Cornell Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sangwoo Lee

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 National Benefit Fund
  • Aetna
  • Health Insurance Plan of NY (HIP)
  • Multiplan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sangwoo Lee has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sangwoo Lee has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2023, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital - Weill Cornell Medical Center2003

Residency

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital - Weill Cornell Medical Center2002

Internship

Winthrop University Hospital1999

Medical School

Brown University School of MedicineGraduated in 1998

Other Providers at NewYork-Presbyterian

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Sangwoo Lee accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Sangwoo Lee's office located?
Dr. Sangwoo Lee's office is located at 17415 Horace Harding Expy Lowr, Fresh Meadows, NY, 11365.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Sangwoo Lee affiliated with?
Dr. Sangwoo Lee is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.

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