Dr. Yu-Po Lee, MD | Orange, CA | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Orthopedic spine surgery is the focus of Dr. Yu-Po Lee's practice. He treats lumbar spondylosis, cervical myelopathy, and obesity and overweight, and performs lateral lumbar spinal fusion and herniated disc surgery. He has practiced orthopedic surgery and orthopedic spine surgery for 28 years and is affiliated with University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center.

Dr. Lee earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He sees patients in Orange and Costa Mesa, California, and also in Tustin, California. He speaks English, Russian, and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Lee 4.72 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.7

58 Ratings
28 years of experience
61 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Russian, Spanish
David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
20 written reviews
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
8 office locations
Male

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

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4.7

58 Ratings with 20 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 7 Minutes

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Dr. Lee is not only an amazing doctor, he is also a first rate human being. He cares about his patients with such sincerity. I truly feel blessed to have been taken care of by this wonderful man.

December 7th, 2019

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Dr. Lee is not only an amazing doctor, he is also a first rate human being. He cares about his patients with such sincerity. I truly feel blessed to have been taken care of by this wonderful man.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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December 7th, 2019

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I can walk,it don't get no better than that.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
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March 9th, 2019

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Dr Lee is in LA now but lives in San Diego I'm in Lake side so when there was an appointment he would come to my home to check that all was well 1 of the great

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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Provided follow-up after the visit
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April 16th, 2016

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I have been a patient if Dr. Yu-Po Lee since 1999. Dr. Lee is Outstanding in ALL areas of his profession. . The only issue I have ever had with Dr. Lee and/or any of the Specialty Doctors that I am a patient of at UC-San Diego, is the people who make the appointments and/or take messages for the Doctors. These people who make the appointments happen to be the first-contact and thus the "First-Impression" of any Doctor at UC-San Diego. If you can over-come ; over-ride, (the appt. operator) their lack of knowing what an "Immediate medical need" is; and/or if you can physically/medically follow-up behind them (the appt. operator) to assure that 'they did their job' and that they actually Did deliver the message to the UC-San Digo Doctor's Nurse . . . then you are smooth sailing to get the Best Spinal Care which Dr. Yu-Po Lee has given me since 1999.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 22nd, 2015

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Magnificent Surgeon, very qualified, and great human being he treat patients with courtesy.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 18th, 2015

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What a kind, caring and professional man. I would recommend him to anyone!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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December 23rd, 2014

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I had a a cervical fusion 5 years ago. Dr. Lee did the surgery. I followed his after care, wore the neck brace religiously, and it was a huge success. Prior to surgery I could not move due to severe pain and was experiencing weakness in both my arm and leg. Since the surgery I have been pain free and have full range of motion in my neck. I would highly recommend Dr. Lee.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 4th, 2014

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In my case, Dr. Lee was able to find, and surgically solve 2 of the 3 problems I had been suffering from for 5 years. He then spent time trying to find the proper physician to send me to for the 3rd condition. I believe Dr. Lee uses all of his considerable knowledge and gifts in the pursuit of curing each of his patients and relieving their pain. He's a sharp doctor with a charming manner and a high rate of customer satisfaction. You could search for a long time before coming across such a fine fellow!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 24th, 2013

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disappointed. I heard great things about him, and had my hopes up. Admittedly, I am a complicated case, he just didn't seem to want to help me get to the bottom of my worsening condition. For something less complicated, I could totally see him being absolutely amazing, but in my case - that didn't happen.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 29th, 2013

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Dr. Yu-Po Lee, MD	Dr. Brandon Ortega	Dr. Michael Klassen, MD	Dr. Michael Anthony Perrone
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.7 (58 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	4.9 (764 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
28 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Russian, Spanish		Speaks English	Speaks English
Orange , CA	Long Beach , CA	Monterey , CA	Los Angeles , CA
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla	Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California	Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA	Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine
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Dr. Yu-Po Lee holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Position	State	Year	Status
Medical Doctor	California	2028	Active

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Lee's NPI number is 1598780025.

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Is Dr. Yu-Po Lee accepting new patients?: Dr. Yu-Po Lee is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Yu-Po Lee's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Yu-Po Lee's office located?: Dr. Yu-Po Lee's office is located at 101 The City Dr S, Orange, CA, 92868.
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What languages does Dr. Yu-Po Lee speak?: Dr. Yu-Po Lee speaks English, Russian, and Spanish.
Does Dr. Yu-Po Lee accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Yu-Po Lee has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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