Ian Y. Lee, MD | Detroit, MI | Neurosurgeon

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Ian Lee, MD is a specialist in Neurological Surgery whose practice locations include: Detroit

accepting new patients
4.5

43 Ratings
23 years of experience
32 insurance plans accepted
speaks Chinese, English, French
University of Texas - MD Anderson Cancer Center
30 written reviews
1 award
1 specialty
8 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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

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4.5

43 Ratings with 30 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 5 Minutes

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Patients frequently express high praise for Dr. Ian Y Lee, highlighting his clear communication, attention to detail, and willingness to provide various options for treatment. They appreciate his friendly demeanor, extensive knowledge, and the trust he builds with his patients, with many noting successful outcomes from surgeries he performed. Feedback consistently portrays him as a caring and dedicated physician who instills confidence in those he treats. There are no significant negative comments present in the reviews to analyze further.

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Dr. Lee performed my brain and back surgery he is very concerning and explained everything clear. If surgery is needed again it will be Dr. Lee.

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May 4th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Ian explained everything to me in detail and gave me options! No discrimination shown in anyway. Nice tone when communicating. WILLING TO HELP PHYSICALLY.

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March 17th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Friendly, clear, listened well.

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March 2nd, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Lee is my hero! He helped me get my health back almost 6 yrs ago now.

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February 2nd, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Good.

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September 29th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Lee is very nice, knowledgeable and a great doctor.

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September 25th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Lee is amazing.

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February 24th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Lee was an incredible surgeon. Everything was exactly as he said it would be. Discussed my options and was very clear about what to expect.

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January 29th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I have been Dr. Lee's patient for over 15 yrs. And have total trust in his ability to care for my condition.

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January 6th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I love Dr. Lee. Very good doctor.

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November 27th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Ian Y Lee, MD	Daniel Ward Griepp	Shivum Abhinandan Desai	Casey Patrick Spinelli
Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.5 (43 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
23 Years of Experience			5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English, French
Detroit , MI	Southfield , MI	Southfield , MI	Royal Oak , MI
Med School: Wayne State University (Medical Education)			Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Neurological Surgery

Aneurysm
Brain Surgery
Brain Tumor
Craniotomy
Glioblastoma
Laminectomy
Neurology
Stroke

Ian Y Lee holds an active medical license in the state of Michigan.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Michigan that expires in 2028.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Texas - MD Anderson Cancer Center in 2011.

Residency

Completed their residency at Henry Ford Hospital in 2010.

Medical School

Graduated from Wayne State University (Medical Education) in 2003.

NPI Number

Ian Y Lee's NPI number is 1164631842.

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Mohamed Allie Macki
Neurological Surgery
11 Years Exp | Mentor, OH
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Hassan Ali Fadel
Neurological Surgery
7 Years Exp | Detroit, MI
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Robert Wayne Mccabe
Neurological Surgery
9 Years Exp | Southfield, MI
(0)
Lee Onn Chieng
Neurological Surgery
9 Years Exp | Royal Oak, MI
(0)
Jeffrey Paul Turnbull
Neurological Surgery
| Southfield, MI
(0)
Ahmad Chehab
Neurological Surgery
| Royal Oak, MI
(0)
Joona Lee
Nurse Practitioner
| Royal Oak, MI
(0)
Jacob M Gluski
Neurological Surgery
4 Years Exp | West Bloomfield, MI
(0)

Where is Ian Lee's office located?: Ian Lee's office is located at 2800 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI, 48202.
Does Ian Lee accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Ian Lee accepts on their Vitals profile.
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What languages does Ian Lee speak?: Ian Lee speaks Chinese, English, and French.
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