Christine Lee, MD
Primary Location
Willoughby Hills Family Health Center
- Appointment:
- 440.943.2500
- Desk:
- 440.943.2500
- Fax:
- 440.516.8285
Treatment & Services
- Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC)
- Cancer Screening
- Clinical Gastroenterology
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Strategies
- Diagnostic Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Dilation
- Foreign Body Removal
- Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- Nasojejunal Tube Placement
- Polypectomy
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Celiac Disease (Celiac Sprue)
- Collagenous Colitis
- Colorectal Cancer
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Diverticulosis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis
- Esophagitis
- Gastritis
- Gastroenteritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD)
- General Gastroenterological Disorders
- GI Bleeding
- Heartburn
- Heliocobactor Pylori
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Liver Disease
- Microscopic Colitis
- Proctitis - Care & Treatment
- Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth
- Swallowing Disorders
- Ulcerative Colitis
Insurance
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Appointed
2009
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Wilford Hall Medical Center
Gastroenterology
Lackland AFB,
TX USA
2005
Residency - U.S. Air Force Medical Center Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
Internal Medicine
Wright -Patterson AFB,
OH USA
2002
Medical Education - Wright State University School of Medicine
Dayton,
OH USA
1999
Undergraduate - Wright State University
Dayton,
OH USA
1995
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
Specialty Interests
General Gastroenterology, GERD, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, eosinophilic esophagitis, eosinophilic gastroenteritis, microscopic colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, Celiac sprue, peptic ulcer disease
Awards & Honors
- Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Board Certified in Gastroenterology
Research & Publications
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247 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
66 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on May 18, 2021
Dr Christine Lee is a wonderful doctor
Reviewed on May 12, 2021
Dr. Lee did a wonderful job explaining everything about my procedure
Reviewed on May 12, 2021
Professionalism Dr.Lee has is outstanding.
Reviewed on May 10, 2021
Dr. Lee is wonderful. She takes the time to explain my condition, treatments, and what to expect in the future. She made me feel confident with next steps.
Reviewed on May 10, 2021
dr lee is exceptional in explaining to me my condition and what is happening now and going forward
Reviewed on May 3, 2021
I have seen Dr. Lee two times now, and very impressed with her care and concern for my well being. she is one of the best physicians I have had in respects to listening and making sure you understand everything. she shows pictures and even draws them to make sure you understand. Great Doctor and very knowledgable.
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2021
Dr. Lee is the best doctor I have ever met. She reviewed my entire health history, took time to understand what has taken place, paid very close attention to all my concerns. Made sure that I felt comfortable. I highly recommend her to anyone that needs her help.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2021
I was happy to be in DR. Lees care.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2021
The doctor was extremely professional, courteous, and demonstrated care and knowledge about my health issues. It did take several months to be seen by the doctor--scheduling of appointment availability was limited.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2021
I am very impressed with the treatment and patient care given to me by Dr. Lee. She asked several times if I had additional health concerns and offered suggestions that could aid in addressing my problem. She also reviewed my previous tests results and lab results and clarified my interpretation of several results of my bloodwork. I felt relieved because she provided an explanation of my initial conclusions which were alarmingly incorrect. This was certainly one appointment that I considered to be informative and well worth the time and effort as I continue to work with my physicians to stay as healthy as possible.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2021
Physician was excellent. She put me at ease, described my condition completely and went over my post visit orders making sure I understood what to do before my next visit. She was great.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2021
Dr Lee was excellent. very thorough kind. kept me informed and kept me at ease
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2021
care provider was informative and respectful
Reviewed on Mar 8, 2021
Dr. Lee is very professional and take time with you and will and do explain everything and makes sure that you understand.i am truly glad she is my dr.
Reviewed on Mar 8, 2021
Dr. Lee is a fantastic Doctor
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2021
I can't say enough about Dr.Lee and her staff. All in all everyone is there for your care.
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2021
Dr Lee suggestions Proved to be very helpful
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2021
Dr. Lee, the nursing staff, and the others in the operating room were ALL excellent.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2021
Dr. Lee and her staff are wonderful.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2021
Dr.Lee is very patient and listens to me. She is one of my favorite people.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2021
Dr. Lee is knowledgeable, emphatic and provided clear communication as to issue and how to mitigate.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2021
I appreciate the prompt response I receive when using MyChart to message Dr. Lee.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2021
Dr. Lee excels at explaining a problem/condition in a way that is clear and understandable.
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2021
Dr. Lee is wonderful at using visual examples to explain what's going on in my body. I honestly look forward to what visual prompt she will describe each time I see her.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2021
Dr. Lee is a very caring doctor, I am so pleased to have her on my care team. I have a clear understanding of what to do to care for myself.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2021
Dr Lee is very knowledgeable and explains things so well. She gave examples of my problem and made sure I knew what she meant. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a gastroenterologist. I wish that I could have seen her years ago.
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2021
Dr. Lee is extremely competent.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2021
Dr Christine Lee is a excellent, caring ,professional Dr. I can't say enough good things about Dr. Lee and her staff
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2020
no problem with setting up appt. with DR. LEE and very helpful
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2020
DR. LEE was very helpful, explained things to me regarding my body, just wish i had met her years ago, but very glad that she is my DR. now. highly satisfied !!!!!
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2020
Dr Lee is an asset to Cleveland Clinic!!
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2020
I have colonoscopies every 3 years and Dr. Lee always does an excellent job of explaining process and results. Her team runs like a well oiled machine.
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2020
As mentioned above. Dr. Lee has a great team.
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2020
I was very impressed and surprised by the amount of time and attention that Dr. Lee gave me.
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2020
this team is a high functioning team from Dr. Lee to all of the nurses and staff.
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2020
Dr. Lee is one of the most caring and competent caregivers I have known in 22 years at the Cleveland Clinic
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2020
Dr. Lee performed an endoscopy procedure on me years ago. She is very good at what she does. I didn't hesitate to have my colonoscopy scheduled with her. I was in the procedure room for about 16 minutes and had little sedation. She navigated the scope inside me with no issues. A very skilled and trained professional.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2020
I would highly recommend Dr. Lee to others.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2020
I think Dr Lee is awesome she talks to you and doesn't rush through her office visits, which a lot of doctors do
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2020
doctor is excellent
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2020
dr Lee takes her time and is thorough
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2020
Dr. Lee was very kind and courteous and would recommend her to anyone needing her help!
Reviewed on Oct 5, 2020
Dr. Lee was amazing. She explained in detail what my problem most likely is, prescribed further tests, and also what I should do now to help. She also explained what could happen if left untreated. She was very thorough and extremely pleasant. I have immense respect and trust in her.
Reviewed on Oct 5, 2020
People in the Cleveland area are so lucky to have Cleveland Clinic near them. I drove over 4 hours to see Dr. Lee because I have no confidence in the providers in my area for treatment of the colon.
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2020
Dr Lee did an outstanding job of explaining everything to me and made sure that I understood her explanations and also completely answered my many questions.
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2020
Dr. Lee was very informative. she is the only doctor that gave me a colonoscopy and took the time to let me know what was going on and what I should do about it. Thank you Dr. Ler
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2020
Great experience with Diana and Brian in Dr. Lee's office.
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2020
Dr. Lee is wonderful. Her staff is excellent from phone staff to nurses.
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2020
I love Dr Lee! She is thorough. She goes out of her way to explain my treatment. She suggested a screening, but was clear it was my choice.
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2020
I have already suggested to some friends and coworkers that they see Dr Lee
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2020
dr lee is a very kind professional doctor I found easy to talk to.
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2020
Good dialogue and dr good listener
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2020
really like Dr Lee's thought process and systematic approach to figuring out my issues.
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2020
I wish I could give Dr Lee 10s.
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2020
I put off this procedure for years.Dr. Lee and staff made me realize what a mistake it was to do that,Everything went easy and I was very relaxed and felt I was in good hands , A++++
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2020
I was so impressed by Dr. Lee and her ability to explain things to me was excellent, I have had 2 other Gastroenterologist and never have I ever found a Doctor that made me alert of the danger that I was in,I can't say enough good things about her, while the other two never explained that danger of my condition.
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2020
Dr. Lee is an excellent, caring physician. The Clinic is lucky to have her as part of your staff!
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2020
Dr Lee is very thorough and kind.
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2020
Dr. Lee is a gifted teacher as well as a skilled physician. I have never been to a doctor who explains my issues as well as she does. She describes with word pictures and uses vivid, true-to-life examples that make me understand my condition PERFECTLY!! I would (and I HAVE) recommended her to friends searching for a gastroenterologist.
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2020
Based on my thoughts about Dr. Lee I would recommend her practice 100%!! Based on my experience in the waiting room, I would not recommend the practice
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2020
I appreciate the time Dr Lee took to answer my questions she sincerely cares for her patients!
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2020
Dr. Lee is very caring and thorough.
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2020
Everything went well. The doctor and team were very professional.
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2020
The first time I met Dr. Christine Lee I found her to be very kind and gave a detailed explanation of my problem.
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2020
Dr Christine Lee is an excellent doctor
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2020
My experience with Dr Lee was a very positive one. she has always been very professional and very thorough with her explanations.