Dr. James W. Lee, MD

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Get to know Oncologist Dr. James W. Lee, who serves patients in Moorestown, New Jersey.

Dr. Lee is a practicing oncologist who has been treating patients for more than three decades. He joined the practice of Regional Cancer Care Associates, seeing patients at Samson Cancer Center in Moorestown, New Jersey.

Treating all types of cancers as well as blood diseases such as anemia and clotting disorders, his areas of expertise include colon cancer, lung cancer, head cancer, and neck cancer.

Founded January 1, 2012, by Dr. Andrew Pecora, Regional Cancer Care Associates formed after a merger of 10 separate oncology practices. In total, the team includes more than 110 cancer care specialists and 500 employees at 25 locations. Its broad reach extends across three states, making it convenient for valued patients in Connecticut, Maryland, and New Jersey to receive the personalized medical attention they need and deserve.

With a broad educational background, Dr. Lee obtained his medical degree from Cornell University Medical College. He then went on to complete his internship and residency at Georgetown University Hospital. 

He spent his fellowship at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and continued there for 7 years in the prestigious oncology program, where he participated in basic and clinical research, prior to going into private practice. His extensive research background has helped to develop clinical research programs in private practice.

Recognized as a Castle Connolly Regional Top Doctor, Dr. Lee is board-certified in medical oncology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

In good standing with a number of professional organizations, he is a member of the American Medical Association, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, and the New Jersey Medical Society.

Licensed to practice medicine in New York and New Jersey, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Virtua Memorial Hospital-Mount Holly and Virtua Willingboro Hospital.

Oncology is a branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. An oncologist is a doctor who treats cancer and provides medical care for a person diagnosed with cancer. They use chemotherapy or other medications, such as targeted therapy or immunotherapy.

On a more personal note, Dr. Lee is fluent in both English and Korean.

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