Summary

Dr. Hester Lee is an ophthalmologist and surgeon who brings 25 years of experience to eye care. She earned her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences, building a strong foundation for her specialized practice. Dr. Lee is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Lee practices at Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center and sees patients across multiple Kaiser Permanente locations throughout California, including Daly City, Redwood City, Walnut Creek, Oakland, and Richmond. She specializes in treating glaucoma and cataracts, two of the most common eye conditions affecting vision. Her expertise includes performing dilated eye exams and vision tests to monitor eye health. Patients give Dr. Lee an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 25 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Hester Ho Lee has 8 locations

Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Ophthalmology

395 Hickey Blvd Fl 5Daly City, CA 94015
Mon8:15 am - 4:45 pm
Tue8:15 am - 4:45 pm
Wed8:15 am - 4:45 pm
Thu8:15 am - 4:45 pm
Fri8:15 am - 4:45 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kaiser Permanente Daly City Medical Offices

395 Hickey BlvdDaly City, CA 94015
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center

1200 El Camino RealSouth San Francisco, CA 94080

Ahmc Seton Medical Center

1900 Sullivan AveDaly City, CA 94015

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3.7 
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Daly City , CASan Jose , CASan Francisco , CABurlingame , CA
Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Hester Ho Lee

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Hester Ho Lee has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Hester Ho Lee has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Surgery
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Dr. Hester Ho Lee holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences in 2001.

NPI Number

Dr. Lee's NPI number is 1538111026.

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Dr. Hester Lee is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Hester Lee speak?
Dr. Hester Lee speaks Spanish and English.
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