About James Lee, MD

James Lee, M.D., not only practices comprehensive ophthalmology but performs the most specializes in customized cataract surgery, LASIK, keratoconus, and corneal and external diseases of the eyes. He also performs the most advanced types of corneal transplants including DSEK, DMEK, and laser assisted procedures. Dr. Lee earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry from Johns Hopkins University and a Medical Doctorate at University of Illinois. He completed his internship in internal medicine at Loyola University in Chicago followed by an ophthalmology residency at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Lee completed a fellowship in cornea, external disease and refractive surgery at the University of Arizona. Dr. Lee has published on topics including LASIK and infections of the eyes. While in college he was published in a major scientific journal as a primary author for his work in molecular biology. He is currently involved in studies for treating keratoconus as well as perfecting new techniques for performing corneal transplants. He held an associate professor position while at University of Arizona.