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Dr. Paul Lee, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
3.7 (11)
Map Pin Small New York, NY
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Paul Lee, MD

Dr. Paul Lee, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in New York, NY. They specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, has 29 years of experience, and is board certified in Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery. They graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and is affiliated with New York Presbyterian Hospital and NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Lee, completed a residency at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital - Weill Cornell Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Lee an average 3.7 star rating.

Dr. Lee works at Minimally Invasive Surgery for Achalasia in New York, NY with other offices in Flushing, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Lung Cancer and Pleural Effusion along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Lee's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Minimally Invasive Surgery for Achalasia
    525 E 68th St, New York, NY 10065 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (855) 854-4222
  2. 2
    Minimally Invasive Surgery for Achalasia
    5645 Main St Ste S376, Flushing, NY 11355 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (855) 854-4222

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • New York Presbyterian Hospital
  • NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center

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Lung Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Thoracentesis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Esophageal Cancer
Acid Reflux Surgery
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Partial Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Partial Lung Collapse
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Valve Disease
Atrial Fibrillation
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Empyema
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Esophageal Diverticulum
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Interstitial Lung Disease
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Pericardial Disease
Thymomas
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Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Closed Endoscopic Biopsy of Bronchus With Robotic Assistance
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Maze Procedure
Tracheal Surgery
Abdominal Pain
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atrial Septal Defect
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Tract Cancer
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Brain Injury
Breast Cancer
Cancer
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Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Cardiac Tamponade
Carotid Artery Disease
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chylothorax
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Fistula
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gynecologic Cancer
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Atresia
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lymphangioma
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary Embolism
Pyloric Stenosis
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Septal Defect
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spontaneous Pneumothorax
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Systolic Heart Failure
Testicular Cancer
Tetralogy of Fallot
Thoracic Cancer
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thymus Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Abdominal Surgery
Aortic Valve Surgery
Appendectomy
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Cancer Surgery
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Colectomy
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Debridement
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagostomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Tracheal Tumor or Stenosis
Heart Defect Repair
Impella Device
Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Muscle Biopsy
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Removal
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Open Thymectomy
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Splenectomy
Sympathectomy
Thoracoscopic Pneumonectomy
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Thyroid Surgery
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
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    3.7
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    Specialties*
    • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 29 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Cantonese, Chinese and Mandarin
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    NPI Number
    • 1366539447
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • New York-Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital - Weill Cornell Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery, General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Paul Lee, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Lee is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Lee has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Lee has seen patients for Lung Cancer and Pleural Effusion, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Lee on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    Dr. Lee speaks Cantonese, Chinese and Mandarin.

    11 patients have reviewed Dr. Lee. The overall rating for this provider is 3.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lee.

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