Vanessa Lee, M.D.

Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Locations and Appointments

Insurances Accepted

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  • HMO
  • PPO
  • EPO/POS
  • Blue Access
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • Mediblue (Senior)
  • PPO
  • Freedom
  • *Liberty
  • *Metro/Core/Charter
Personal Statement

As an endocrinologist, I am given the opportunity to cultivate long-term relationships with each one of my patients. It is particularly rewarding for me to watch them not only improve, but also thrive. I am dedicated to educating and counseling my patients about their conditions. My goal is to provide the best and most comprehensive evidence-based care, while also accounting for patients' personal preferences and lifestyles. I look forward to getting to know you.

Biographical Info

Dr. Lee attended the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, a combined-degree bachelor's and medical school program. She earned her medical degree from SUNY Downstate, where she also completed her residency in Internal Medicine. Dr. Lee then pursued additional training at New York University in Endocrinology. Her clinical interests include diabetes, thyroid and parathyroid disorders.

Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism)
Clinical Expertise
Secondary and Endocrine Hypertension
Conn's Syndrome
Diabetes
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Insulin Pump
Hyperthyroidism
Hypothyroidism
Hypercalcemia
Hyperparathyroidism
Thyroid Nodule
Thyroid Cancer
Languages
English
Education 
  • M.D.
    State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn
    2009
  • B.S.
    Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, City University of New York
    2007
Appointments 
  • Assistant Attending Physician
    NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
  • Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine
    Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University

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