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Dr. Gilbert Lee, MD

Dr. Gilbert Lee, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Gilbert Lee, MD is a plastic surgeon in San Diego, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, San Diego School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

11515 El Camino Real Ste 150 San Diego, CA 92130

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Dr. Lee's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lee

3.9

33 ratings, 17 with a written review
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 24, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 10, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Gail E. – Sep 20, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Mar 11, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 23, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
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Andi – Jun 11, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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mk1 – Feb 10, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Kenneth Schauer in San Diego, CA – Nov 24, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Carmel Valley – Oct 02, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Gbarman in Miami, FL – Dec 20, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Dwight G. Donatto in San Diego, CA – Dec 09, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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IR in National City, CA – Nov 22, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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thomas birkenstock in San Diego, CA – Nov 20, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Deb in San Diego, CA – Nov 13, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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JD in San Diego – Nov 10, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
MV in San Diego, CA – Nov 09, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Karen in La Jolla, CA – Oct 31, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Combining art and the science of plastic surgery with the latest surgical techniques, equipment and advances in medicine to provide each patient a unique, personally-tailored and satisfying outcome.
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • General Surgery

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  • Washington University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994
  • University Rochester

    Residency Hospital, 1991
  • Strong Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1987
  • University Of California, San Diego School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
  • University Of California, Davis School Of Medicine

    Undergraduate School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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  • English

  • Spanish

  • Presidential Who's Who Among Business and Professional Achievers, 2010

  • Cityvoter A-List Top Five Medical Spa, 2012

  • Top Doctor in Plastic Surgery, 2007-2012

  • Vitals Patients Choice Award - National Recognition Award based on patient reviews, 2008-2009

  • Teacher of the Year/Meritorious Service Award, UCSD Plastic Surgery, 1999-2000

  • Readers Choice: Best Plastic Surgery Practice in San Diego; Voted Best by Rancho Santa Fe Review and affiliate newspapers, 2010-2012

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Galena Acuspa11515 El Camino Real Ste 150 San Diego, CA 92130
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