Dr. Wai L Lee MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
5050 Ne Hoyt St Suite 155 Portland OR, 97225About
Dr. Wai Lee is a rheumatologist practicing in Portland, OR. Dr. Lee specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Lee treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
Education and Training
Washington Univ Sch Of Med- St Louis Mo 1995
Board Certification
Allergy and ImmunologyAmerican Board of Allergy and ImmunologyABAI
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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