Simon Lee, MD, MPH

4.9

1033 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Secondary Specialty

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

Arthroscopic Surgery - Knee
Arthroscopic Surgery - Shoulder
Athletic Knee Problems
Cartilage Preservation
Cartilage Transplantation
Reconstructive Upper Extremity Surgery
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Replacement

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 2015
Professional Education:: MPH, Columbia University - 2010
Residency:: University of Michigan Health System - 2020
Fellowships:: Steadman Philippon Research Institute - 2021

Board Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Northwestern Medicine Surgery Center

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

1033 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

91 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

91 Reviews

April 29, 2024

5.0

Extremely nice and informative. Did a great job on my wifeâ€™s surgery.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Good listener and evaluator.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

I have complete faith in Dr. Lee. He is an excellent surgeon and he has answers for my questions and concerns. He is supportive and has a realistic plan for my recovery.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

I believe my response to the first question explains everything.

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Because I can put my trust in him

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April 08, 2024

5.0

He looks out for you and gives you best advice for you

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April 08, 2024

4.0

Great job ðŸ‘

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Was patient with all questions

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April 07, 2024

5.0

Dr Lee is not only a best doctor also he is a great human being

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April 06, 2024

5.0

Dr Lee is amazing and thorough

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April 05, 2024

5.0

Convenient and competent.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

He explained the treatment plan clearly. Provided information about the surgery in detail with the clear explanation.

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lee was extremely helpful, provided information and advice. Thank you!

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Love that he takes time with you so you understand everything .

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March 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lee did everything as explained to me and followed up with my care team in the hospital. I have confidence that my recovery will be complete.

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March 29, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lee's knowledge and confidence put me at ease. I'm glad he was the one who performed my surgery.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

He is personable, professional, and polite and enjoys answering any and all questions about surgical procedures that will involve me. Nice fellow!

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lee was very nice and professional and explained everything to me.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

We will give Dr Lee5star . He is wonderful doctor and human being. He offered the options and allowed us to make the decision . Dr Lee you are great God bless you

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March 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lee takes the time to listen to my concerns and answer my questions. He is supportive and is an excellent surgeon. He did a great job fixing my injury. I have complete faith in him.

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March 21, 2024

5.0

He is very nice, caring and compassionate.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable and approachable.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Dr Lee is an excellent surgeon . I consulted Dr Lee for my right shoulder fracture .Dr suggested surgery is the only option to restore my shoulder that was in fragments result of a fall . Dr Lee and his team are par excellence . They have been very supportive during my long recovery period . Highly recommend Dr Lee and team for orthopedic care .

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Excellent work

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March 15, 2024

5.0

Dr Lee listened and understand what your situation is and works to help heal your situation

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March 14, 2024

5.0

He was not in a hurry to get out to another patient. Explained everything to me. Was kind and gentle and realized the pain I was in. Very helpful. Knowledgeable.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

See above, and the surgery seems to be a success.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

He is the best there is. Very thorough, explains everything clearly and is very positive.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Simon Lee did an excellent job with my hip after I fell. He operated the very next day. He was able to do the least invasive surgery & only cut the muscles very minimally. My recovery is faster and less painful than if I had to have hip replacement. I am very happy with the surgery!!

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Listens, very knowledgeable and gives you options

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March 08, 2024

4.0

I don't know if Dr. Lee, is a good surgeon, if I were to need, shoulder replacement surgery, in the future.?

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March 04, 2024

5.0

He spoke to me, clearly, made sure I understood what was going.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Explained everything in detail. Very knowledgeable and professional.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Iâ€™m confident of his abilities By how explains everything He communicates very well !! About the whole process.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s friendly, informative and extremely courteous

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Very professional, provided explanation of the procedure and what my limitation for activities should be for the next few days.

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February 26, 2024

5.0

He explained things clearly and gave me appropriate time and attention.

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February 24, 2024

5.0

He explains what he is doing and has options for care

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Successfully visit with nominal waiting.

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February 15, 2024

5.0

Good Dr

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lee was very patient with me, and answered all of my questions. He didn't make me feel like he was trying to hurry things along to get rid of me. It was an honor to have Dr. Lee attend to my medical needs. Thank you Dr. Lee!!!

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February 14, 2024

5.0

He addressed my concerns and showed he wants to help me make the right decision.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lee is not only a spectacular surgeon, he has a great personality! Besides explaining the surgery he performed and how my hip healed by showing my husband and I the x-rays taken. Dr. Lee is warm, inviting, humble and cheerful ðŸ˜Š He made sure that we understood that we can come back with any questions or problems. Dr. Lee is the best!!

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Good attention, good explanation of my problem and good recommendation. Thank you

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Great explanation of the diagnosis and treatment options

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Doctor explained the situations of my knee

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Excellent all around care

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Spent time, answered questions, explained problem and made suggestions on what to do

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Explained options clearly and succinctly. I chose an immediate treatment, which he administered with patient explanations of every step and expert care.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Dr Lee is an excellent doctor, very knowledgeable and helpful

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January 26, 2024

4.0

Very good at communicating with me

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Good knowledgeable

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lee never rushed and throughly explained my results of the mri. Also, discussed my options and addressed all my questions and concerns.

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Dr Simon is an excellent doctor. He is professional and knowledgeable. He listens well and explains well the reasons of my issue and gives information on the treatment he thinks is best for my condition. He cares for his patientâ€™s well- being.

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Very personable, took enough time to explain everything, not rushed. Answered all questions and made me feel comfortable. As a physician myself, he examined and performed above my expectations. Best ortho Iâ€™ve ever dealt with

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lee explained everything that was going on with me and listen to my questions

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January 22, 2024

5.0

He is very patient and takes his time to explain details to the patient.

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lee is awesome, he made sure I understood what was to be expected in my plan of care. I feel like he really cares about his patients well being. He genuinely what's to help find a solution to whatever the issue is I came in for regarding my shoulder.

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Very kind, informative and made me so relaxed.

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January 19, 2024

5.0

I appreciated his "bedside" manner. He explained everything thoroughly and listened carefully.

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Excellent clinician. Provides clear options for treatment and what they mean and what outcomes are possible.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Dr.Lee by far makes my situation comfortable and explains in a way I can understand... North Western very lucky as myself to have a Dr.Lee ...Thank you very much

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January 15, 2024

5.0

He is detailed and empathetic. I hope things go well with my shoulder

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Took time to explain everything.

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Dr Lee explained all to me and future care.

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January 11, 2024

4.0

I liked how I explained everything

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lee is very nice and a great surgeon and doctor. He did a great job and I felt that he had my best interest at heart when it came to recovery and my well-being.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

He is very personable during office visits, very encouraging. I think he is a skillful surgeon. My rotator cuff seems to have healed well. I am able to use it pretty normally, without pain.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Responsive and insightful!

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January 07, 2024

5.0

He is a wonderful person and a great surgeon

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January 07, 2024

5.0

Very kind. Went over procedures in language we could understand.

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January 06, 2024

5.0

Dr Lee is super personable and caring! He made my daughter feel comfortable and cared about her well being. I would recommend Dr Lee to anyone

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January 05, 2024

5.0

Very professional and knowledgeable in my issue.

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Quick, caring, and kind

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December 26, 2023

5.0

My medical problem has been treated very well and I have had very good results.

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December 21, 2023

5.0

I am a new patient with Dr. Lee and am very thankful I was referred to him, because his areas of education and experience and study were exactly what I needed. He took very good care of me with a kind, gentle and efficient manner. And his confidence in his diagnosis and course of treatment and how he explained what my issue was, put my mind at ease. Thank you Dr. Lee.

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Kind and understanding

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December 18, 2023

5.0

He is very carrying, he will take his time to answers all my questions.

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December 15, 2023

5.0

Opp went well, no bleeding and no pain after first 3 days

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December 12, 2023

5.0

He is very personable and takes time to answer my questions and hear my concerns.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

He was awesome. Caring and not rushing. I really appreciate him.

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December 11, 2023

5.0

His calming no anxiety

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November 28, 2023

5.0

He did a good job for my kneecap surgery. He was good at explaining things and telling me recovery would be slow and take time. All while reassuring me everything was going to be fine.

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November 28, 2023

5.0

Humble and cooperative

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Not only is he a skilled surgeon but he gives great compassion in a way that made my experience first-rate. I felt encouraged by my visit today that I will see real improvement in the weeks ahead.

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November 25, 2023

5.0

Compassion, clear directions and recommendations, calm and has a sense of humor and is an excellent surgeon

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November 23, 2023

5.0

Dr. Lee is extremely knowledgeable and has an amazing and caring personality. It's always obvious that he cares about his patients and their thoughts on their care.

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November 21, 2023

5.0

Great staff

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November 20, 2023

5.0

Explains things very well in a compassionate manner

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November 20, 2023

5.0

Dr Lee is very nice, explains treatment options thoroughly and answers any questions you may have.

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November 20, 2023

5.0

He is very caring .

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November 17, 2023

5.0

Very good doctor treated me like family made me comfortable. I was referred to him by my wife, and we are both very pleased.

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November 16, 2023

5.0

I really thought he was patience and understanding and explained things very well.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

He is amazing explains everything in a way you understand.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

Doctor Lee was awesome it felt like he cared about his patients.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Very personable, professional, clear, and informative explanations. Takes time necessary to make sure patient's concerns are addressed.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

He follows up with X-rays and great explanations.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Awesome

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October 31, 2023

5.0

Doctor Lee had the patients to go over. All the test results show them to me and use a male of a knee to explain them to me and then told me my options.

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October 30, 2023

5.0

So far everything he told me is happening.

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Disclosures

Simon Lee, MD, MPH reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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