
Overview
Dr. Fa-Chyi Lee is a board-certified UCI Health hematologist and medical oncologist whose clinical focus is gastrointestinal cancers.Lee earned his medical degree at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, followed by a fellowship in hematology and medical oncology at UCLA’s David Geffen School of Medicine.After working in private practice in Dallas, Lee joined the University of New Mexico, where he served as director of its gastrointestinal oncology group. Lee’s goal is to continue teaching and developing protocols that provide excellent patient care.
Dr. Lee is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Colorectal Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles and participating in 6 clinical trials.
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101 The City Drive South, Building 23, Orange, CA 92868
Clinical Research
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UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center
"Dr. Lauren C. Pinter-Brown is a board-certified, fellowship-trained UCI hematologist-oncologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with lymphomas.A nationally recognized expert, Pinter-Brown has a longstanding interest in malignant lymphoma, with a particular focus on T-cell and skin lymphomas. Her clinical interests also include antiphospholipid, B-cell lymphoma, Hodgkin's lymphoma, mycosis fungoides, non-Hodgkins lymphoma, stem-cell transplant and Waldenstrom's disease.She her medical degree at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA Medical School, followed by an internship and residency in internal medicine at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. She completed a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the Keck School of Medicine at USC.A prolific clinical investigator, Pinter-Brown has made important contributions to several clinical trials that led to approval of new drugs for the treatment of T-cell lymphoma. Her research focus is on optimizing treatment options for patients with lymphoma, especially cutaneous and T-cell lymphomas. Her primary goal is to care for patients through diagnosis, treatment and beyond and to ensure that they are able ""to live their best life.""". Dr. Pinter-Brown is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses T-Cell Lymphoma, Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL), and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Pinter-Brown is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine.
UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center
Dr. Stefan O. Ciurea is a UCI Health hematologist and director of the Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Program at the Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center.Ciurea earned his medical degree at Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmaceuticals in Iasi, Romania. He completed an internal medicine residency at UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg in Harrisburg, Pa. He then completed a fellowship in hematology-oncology at University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in stem cell transplantation and cellular therapy at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.Before joining the Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center to lead its program in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and cellular therapy, Ciurea served for more than a decade on the faculty of the MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Department of Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy.Ciurea is the author of more than 150 peer-reviewed publications and more than 10 book chapters. He also has served as principal investigator on multiple clinical trials, including investigator-initiated trials. He has been invited to speak at more than 50 meetings and conferences around the world, including as keynote speaker. Dr. Ciurea is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Leukemia, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Ciurea is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology.
UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center
Dr. Misako Nagasaka is a board-certified UCI Health oncologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of lung and thyroid cancers. Her clinical interests also early-phase clinical trials, medical ethics and survivorship care for patients.She received her medical degree as well as a PhD from St. Marianna University School of Medicine in Kawasaki, Japan. She completed a residency in internal medicine at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Hospital in New York City, followed by a fellowship in hematology and oncology at Wayne State University School of Medicine's Karmanos Cancer Institute in Detroit, Mich.Her research interests include molecular targeted therapy for lung cancer, immunotherapy and ways to improve patient outcomes. Prior to joining UCI Health, she served as an assistant professor and researcher at Wayne State and the Karmanos institute, she was the principal site investigator on more than 20 lung cancer studies.Nagasaka, who is fluent in Japanese, sees patients at the UCI HealthChao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center in Orange. Dr. Nagasaka is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Gastrostomy. Dr. Nagasaka is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Nagasaka is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Fa-chyi Y. Lee
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Fa-chyi Y. Lee?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Fa-chyi Y. Lee by calling their office at 714-456-8000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Fa-chyi Y. Lee a top-rated expert for Familial Pancreatic Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Fa-chyi Y. Lee is classified as an Distinguished expert for Familial Pancreatic Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Fa-chyi Y. Lee specialize in?
While Dr. Fa-chyi Y. Lee is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), and Colorectal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Fa-chyi Y. Lee participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Fa-chyi Y. Lee has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Pancreatic Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Fa-chyi Y. Lee's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Fa-chyi Y. Lee accept my insurance?
Dr. Fa-chyi Y. Lee accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-456-8000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Lee isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Advanced
- Ampullary CancerDr. Lee isAdvanced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- Colorectal CancerDr. Lee isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Lee isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Lee isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Lee isAdvanced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Lee isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Lee isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Stomach CancerDr. Lee isAdvanced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Experienced
- Acute Promyelocytic LeukemiaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Anal CancerDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Appendix CancerDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Appendix Cancer.
- AstrocytomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Bone TumorDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Brain TumorDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Breast CancerDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Chromophobe Renal Cell CarcinomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma.
- Classical Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Clear Cell SarcomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Clear Cell Sarcoma.
- Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL)
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- EpendymomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Familial Wilms Tumor 2Dr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Familial Wilms Tumor 2.
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- GlioblastomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Large-Cell Immunoblastic LymphomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma.
- Liver CancerDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Lung CancerDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- MesenchymomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- Nasopharyngeal CarcinomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- PancreatoblastomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatoblastoma.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primary Lymphoma of the BrainDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Primary Lymphoma of the Brain.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)
- Pseudomyxoma PeritoneiDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
- Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)Dr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC).
- Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL)Dr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC)
- ThrombocytopeniaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Thrombocytopenia.
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma
- Wilms TumorDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Wilms Tumor.
- WT1-Related Wilms Tumor SyndromesDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.


