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Dr. Paul Lee, MD

Dr. Paul Lee, MD

Gastroenterology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Lee, MD is a gastroenterologist in Huntington Beach, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lee has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Disorders, Esophageal Disorders, and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities Hoag Hospital Newport Beach and MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 238 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (238 reviews)

Practice

19582 Beach Blvd Ste 270 Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(949) 612-9090

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Lee is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach Newport Beach, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Lee is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lee specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Lee's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lee

4.7

238 ratings, 211 with a written review
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
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Nov 14, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Unhappy Consumer – Oct 25, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Sep 06, 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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Male Patient – Aug 03, 2024
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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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Kind and friendly – Jun 16, 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 18, 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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Rachelle R – Mar 07, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
3 people found this helpful
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Jan 20, 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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Dec 13, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
Helpful
J Edwards – Oct 23, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
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Greg – Oct 23, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 17, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 01, 2023
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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
Helpful
May 06, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 04, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 10, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
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Seung Hyun – Mar 07, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Feb 24, 2023
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
OmarA. – Feb 17, 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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Feb 04, 2023
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About Me

care philosophy

I am a part of and founder of Digestive Disease Consultants of Orange County. My partners and I believe in caring for the whole person and believe in delivering compassionate and complete healthcare for your GI and liver needs.

biography

``I am often asked, 'How did you choose to be a gastroenterologist?'. Instead of choosing this field, I think, more accurately, it chose me. I grew up with a close family member with Crohn's disease. At that time, there were fewer options to treat...read more

  • Gastroenterology

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  • Usc La County

    Fellowship Hospital, 2008

  • Lac Usc Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2004

  • Usc/ Kenneth Norris Cancer Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2002

  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Dr. Lee is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

      1 Hoag Dr
      Newport Beach, CA 92663
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      17% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center

      18111 Brookhurst St
      Fountain Valley, CA 92708
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      74%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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