Overview
Dr. Kristen Lee is a double board certified, Ivy league trained gastroenterologist with special interest in Women's health, colon cancer screening, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease/ulcerative colitis) IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) and hemorrhoid treatment. Dr. Lee graduated from Johns Hopkins University where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering with honors. She then attended Weill Cornell Medical College where she received her medical degree with academic distinction. Dr. Lee went on to complete her post-graduate training at Mount Sinai Medical Center including her residency in internal medicine and fellowship in gastroenterology. As part of her fellowship, she also perused research in the specialized areas of ethnic disparities in colon cancer screening and in inflammatory bowel disease.
Dr. Lee has received numerous academic and clinical awards, including The Janet Glasgow-Rubin Memorial Award at Weill Cornell Medical College given to female students who graduate in the top 10% of their class. She also received a research-training award from the National Institutes of Health and was a grant recipient for an aging research program. She is a member of American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) and the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE). She also holds membership with the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA). Dr. Lee has been extensively published in medical literature and has presented various abstracts and other oral presentations in her field.
Dr. Lee’s passion for patient care and clinical skills have earned her many awards and has earned her one of the finest reputations in NYC. Dr. Lee is affiliated with Weill Cornell Medical Center.
Dr. Lee is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Esophagitis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
55 W 17th St, New York, NY 10011
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Lee has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kristen K. Lee
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kristen K. Lee?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kristen K. Lee by calling their office at 212-427-8761. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kristen K. Lee a top-rated expert for Colonoscopy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kristen K. Lee is classified as an Advanced expert for Colonoscopy, 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. Kristen K. Lee specialize in?
While Dr. Kristen K. Lee is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Colonoscopy, Endoscopy, and Esophagitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Kristen K. Lee participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kristen K. Lee has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colonoscopy. You can view a list of Dr. Kristen K. Lee's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kristen K. Lee accept my insurance?
Dr. Kristen K. Lee accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-427-8761 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- ColonoscopyDr. Lee isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Experienced
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColitisDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- EndoscopyDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- EsophagitisDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- HemorrhoidsDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- IndigestionDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Painful SwallowingDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.