Jonathan Lee, MD

I have been Dr. Lee’s patient for close to a year. Visited him numerous times for a variety of reasons and can say with confidence that he is _​the_​best PCP I’ve ever had. He listens, doesn’t dismiss concerns (no matter how silly they are), promptly responds to electronic communication. I can’t think of one improvement I’d make to his practice. He is so good, I will likely stay as his patient even if my insurance changes and his practice becomes out-​of-​network.

I wrote a review concerning the lack of care and organization of SFGH so I felt I needed to get the word out about a good doctor and care team. The nurses are wonderfully kind and patient, and Dr. Lee himself is a godsend. On my first visit, he got a detailed medical history and expressed concern that the SFGH neurologist didn’t give me something to keep my headaches at bay, especially something as safe as Imitrex. He sent off that prescription, and ordered several blood tests to see if there was any sort of hormone, blood sugar, or infection issue. He listens. That’s the thing, he actually listens, he asks me how I would like to proceed with my care, and then he tells me what we can do to help my health. He expressed the same concerns that I’ve had for years, of being overmedicated with piles of prescriptions that don’t do anything other than slap a Band Aid on issues, and mentioned the eventual use of nutritionists and other wellness options like acupuncture. I was astonished and yes, I totally cried in his office. He listened to me and cared and made me feel like a real person with needs that were being addressed, he never wrote prescriptions without looking up at my face, you know, in order to just get me out of the office, he never told me I was overreacting.
I had an emergency visit today, severe kidney pain that’s been getting worse since a kidney infection last month. Rather than go to the ER, I called his office to see if there was a way I could be seen on short notice, or if it would be best to go to the ER because of the pain. The woman on the phone was very kind, told me I could come in at 2, and I did. Again, Dr. Lee really listened to what I had to say, he took notes, he explained things, and he did something that surprised me, he actually said it would be a bad idea to attack my system with antibiotics right now. Can you believe that? A doctor who doesn’t throw antibiotics out like candy. I was amazed and grateful. He and his nurse set up an ultrasound for my kidneys, Dr. Lee prescribed some medication for the pain, and that was that. Now I know what my options are, what to look out for concerning the pain, and how to go forward. I can’t thank the care team enough. I’m used to being told to «wait and see» or «you’ll be fine.» Dr. Lee never questioned my pain and was concerned enough to schedule an ultrasound. He never swept my pain or concerns under the rug.
People overlook how important every player on a healthcare team is, how important communication and respect is, and I’m consistently amazed at how kind Dr. Lee and his staff are. I’m not ignored or interrogated because of my insurance, I’m cared for, quickly and kindly. I’m really looking forward to the future of my health and the improvements I can make with this doctor on my side. Eventually I want to live a day when I don’t have to think about taking any pills, I can just enjoy the day without pain. I finally feel like that’s a real possibility (but I have my work cut out for me with this kidney thing and I need to get that taken care of. Everyone at Dr. Lee’s office, thank you for your help, especially on such short notice :)

Dr. Johnathan Lee is absolutely one of the best doctor’s I have had in 53 years. He is very kind, knowledgeable, he takes out the time to really listen to you, exam you and explain what is going on with you and the options available for your treatment. He is such a GOD-​Sent, especially when it is so hard to find a good doctor. With Dr. Lee it is not just settling and tolerating for he gives you the very best experience and I actually can say for the first time, I really love going to the doctor. He is very thorough. You will absolutely love him, his staff and the entire experience. Dr. Lee I give him at least ten stars +.

Dr. Lee is fantastic! I’m new to the city and I wanted to establish myself with a primary care physician (PCP). My gynecologist gave me two names and Dr. Lee was one of them. After I did some research sounded like he would be the right one to go to. I’m so glad I did! He took the time to really get to know me and my medical history. I never at all felt rushed and he listened to all my thoughts and concerns and addressed them accordingly. I really was shocked and awed by how much time and attention he gave. His staff is also wonderful. And I love that they can set me up on their patient portal and I can communicate with Dr. Lee through there if I have any questions. And Dr. Lee was the one who explained it to me rather than someone in administration. It’s just nice when the doctor tells you directly that if you have any questions that doesn’t warrant a visit to really use this tool so we can communicate. I really do feel like he cares about my overall well-​being which is exactly what you want to hear from your PCP. I have seen my fair share of doctors and I can tell you that I’ve never had such a great first visit like this!

I was recently (accidentally) bitten by a dog and couldn’t remember when I last had a tetanus shot, so I called and was able to make an appointment for the next day (without being an existing patient). Everyone in the office was really nice and I didn’t feel rushed like I was just one of many patients, as I have felt at other doctor’s offices. Dr. Lee was very patient, explained things thoroughly to me, and listened attentively to and addressed my health concerns. They also use an online system where you can send messages directly to a doctor with health-​related questions – something really great for a hypochondriac like myself. The office is located in St. Luke’s Medical Center, which can be a little confusing to navigate. But it was very clean and nice – I think it’s a new clinic. There is also a parking garage in the building for $ 5 for the first hour. Overall, I had a great experience and have made Dr. Lee my PCP.