Dr. Walter T. Lee
Overview
I feel very blessed to have a profession that allows me to serve patients with both cancerous and non-cancerous diseases of the head and neck. As a head and neck surgeon, I carefully weigh the risks and benefits of treatment — working with our team to maximize the chance for cure while maintaining the highest quality of life. As a physician, my approach to patient care includes addressing one's physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs and well-being. My research endeavors strive to improve the care we provide to patients with head and neck cancers. I have had a research program in tumor immunotherapy. I am active in addressing global health needs, being involved with regular humanitarian mission trips throughout the world. I am also active in training the next generation of surgeons that are able to address and solve challenges in an ethical and virtuous way. I have, along with my colleagues, developed and instituted a virtue-based approach to residency training that will meet this need. When not at work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and four kids in a variety of activities.
Dr. Lee is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma of the Scalp, Melanoma, Tongue Cancer, Tissue Biopsy, and Myringotomy.
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- INSURANCE PLAN
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- POS
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
20 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
3404 Wake Forest Rd, Decatur, GA 30034
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
Duke Cancer Center
As an orthopaedic oncologist, I am passionate about providing the best diagnostic and therapeutic surgical care for patients with benign or malignant bone or soft tissue tumors of the musculoskeletal system. As the director of the Sarcoma program at the Duke Cancer Institute, my passion is building our team to provide the best clinical care and basic scientific, translational and clinical research to serve our patients. Dr. Brigman is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Chondrosarcoma, Bone Graft, and Hip Replacement.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Christina Roland is a Surgical Oncologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Roland is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
Duke Cancer Center
Every day, my goal is to take the best surgical care of my patients' kidney or prostate cancer by offering the most up-to-date minimally invasive surgical treatments, while making sure that their experiences and outcomes at Duke Health are top-notch! As we look at the scans together and discuss biopsy results, it is important to me that I spend all of the time that my patients and their families need to clearly understand their diagnosis as well as all treatment options, so that we can make joint decisions about next steps and their treatment plan. Many of my patients are referred from all over the country to seek highly specialized urology care, including nonsurgical focal cryotherapy for prostate cancer, robotic surgery for prostate cancer, or robotic surgical removal of their kidney tumor called a partial nephrectomy, among other treatments, with our multidisciplinary, collaborative team. I always reassure and share my positive outlook with my patients as we navigate the health system together. My patients know that, as their physician, I will be their champion and advise them and guide them through their treatment. We are in this together. Dr. Polascik is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Prostatectomy, and Nephrectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Walter T. Lee
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Walter T. Lee?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Walter T. Lee by calling their office at 919-681-6900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Walter T. Lee a top-rated expert for Angiosarcoma of the Scalp?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Walter T. Lee is classified as an Distinguished expert for Angiosarcoma of the Scalp, 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. Walter T. Lee specialize in?
While Dr. Walter T. Lee is a Plastic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Angiosarcoma of the Scalp, Melanoma, and Tongue Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Plastic Surgery.
Does Dr. Walter T. Lee accept my insurance?
Dr. Walter T. Lee accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-681-6900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Angiosarcoma of the ScalpDr. Lee isDistinguished. Learn about Angiosarcoma of the Scalp.
- Advanced
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands
- Laryngeal CancerDr. Lee isAdvanced. Learn about Laryngeal Cancer.
- Male Pattern BaldnessDr. Lee isAdvanced. Learn about Male Pattern Baldness.
- MelanomaDr. Lee isAdvanced. Learn about Melanoma.
- Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Salivary Gland TumorsDr. Lee isAdvanced. Learn about Salivary Gland Tumors.
- Experienced
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Basal Cell Skin CancerDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Basal Cell Skin Cancer.
- Burning Mouth SyndromeDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Burning Mouth Syndrome.
- Ear CancerDr. Lee isExperienced. Learn about Ear Cancer.
- Epithelial-Myoepithelial Carcinoma