Dr. James E. Lee, MD | Columbus, NC | Psychiatry

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Dr. Lee graduated from the Duke University School of Medicine in 1979. He works in Columbus, NC and specializes in Psychiatry. Dr. Lee is affiliated with Piedmont Medical Center and Novant Health Matthews Medical Center.

accepting new patients
4.5

42 Ratings
47 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Duke University School Of Medicine
8 written reviews
1 specialty
13 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
1 office location
Male

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Although he no longer see patients (he's medical director for family pres. now), he oversees the other staff and whenever I need him due to incompetent staff, he always takes care of business and always communicates back to me. Since at least 2018 ice been going. And as others say, he actually shows genuine concern, never brushes you off or hurries you. Can't say that for most medical providers.

December 6th, 2023

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If the service on the phone is anywhere near the service in the office, I will continue to suffer. Poor 1st impression however I doubt Dr Lee cares

June 21st, 2016

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Excellent!

May 12th, 2016

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Dr. Lee is one of the best doctors I've seen. Has a great bedside manner an makes you feel at ease and not on the spot.

May 21st, 2015

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Dr. Lee is the most wonderful doctor I've ever been to. He takes his time and when he asks you a question, he actually waits to hear your answer instead of just asking then talking over you just to get you out of his office & on to the next patient. When he works with you, he wants to get to the bottom of WHY you are hurting.... not just to prescribe meds & send you on your merry way! I thank God for Dr. Lee! I drive 4 hours to see him with absolutely NO regrets! I would travel 24 hours to be under his care. I guess I better stop gushing... I am just very thankful for his patience with me & I pray for his happiness & his continued success as the best Doctor ever!

July 14th, 2009

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Dr. Lee is able to help the patient get to the heart of a problem. If medication is needed, he takes a close look at the entire record, including labs, before prescribing. Dr. Lee is just great.

May 5th, 2009

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Excellent doctor

February 12th, 2009

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Finally a doctor that wants to find out WHY rather than just treating symptoms. What a relief after two years of trying to find out what was wrong. He's very thorough.

November 20th, 2008

Family Preservation Services

94 White DrColumbus, NC 28722

Tel: (828) 894-2290

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. James Edward Lee, MD	Ololade Omokpo, APRN, RN, NP	Dr. Sarah Hollander, MD	Mercedes Rania Whitworth, DNP, PMHNP
Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (42 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Columbus , NC	Los Angeles , CA	Los Angeles , CA	Monroe , NC
Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine	Med School: University of Texas at Tyler	Med School: Avalon University School of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Psychiatry

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Binge Eating Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Clinical Depression
Depression
Depressive Disorder
Insomnia
Mental Illness
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Sleep Disorders

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Duke University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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Where is Dr. James Lee's office located?: Dr. James Lee's office is located at 94 White Dr, Columbus, NC, 28722.
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Which hospitals is Dr. James Lee affiliated with?: Dr. James Lee is affiliated with Piedmont Medical Center and Novant Health Matthews Medical Center.
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