Byung 'BJ' Lee, MD

Patients appreciate

Dr. Byung Lee receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from patients across a wide range of hand, wrist, shoulder, and orthopedic issues, including surgeries, injections, and ongoing treatment plans. Patients consistently praise his knowledge and expertise, noting that he clearly explains diagnoses, treatment options, and procedures in terms they can understand. Many reviewers highlight his strong bedside manner, describing him as caring, compassionate, friendly, and good-humored, which helps put patients at ease—even for procedures like injections that might otherwise be intimidating. Numerous patients also commend his office staff as kind, professional, and efficient, and several note short wait times and smooth, well-organized visits. A number of long-term patients mention returning to see Dr. Lee for multiple issues over the years or even following him to a new practice, citing trust in his surgical skill and treatment outcomes, such as improved hand function or return to activities like golf.

Patients also share

A smaller number of reviews point to areas for improvement, primarily centered on visit pacing. Several patients felt appointments were rushed or very brief—one review mentioned a visit lasting only about 10 minutes, and another felt he was "in a hurry" without enough time spent with the patient. A couple of reviewers specifically requested that he slow down, either to allow more time to formulate questions or to show more attentiveness. One review described a lack of perceived concern for patient discomfort during a procedure, and another felt he did not show empathy or seem to know the patient personally. Separately, one patient noted a 45-minute wait after being taken back for an appointment, despite otherwise punctual visits.