Gordon K. Lee MD
Aesthetic/Cosmetic Plastic Surgery, Breast Reconstruction, Head & Neck, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Professor, Plastic Surgery Chief, Breast Reconstruction
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200 S. Manchester AveSuite 650Orange, CA 92868
Phone+1 714-456-3077
Fax+1 714-456-7718
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Summary
- Gordon Lee, MD, is a plastic surgeon specializing in aesthetic/cosmetic plastic surgery, breast reconstruction, and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, based in Orange, CA. Dr. Lee completed medical training at Stanford University School of Medicine and combined general surgery and plastic surgery residency at UCLA, followed by a fellowship in advanced reconstructive microsurgery at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Currently a professor at UC Irvine Medical Center, Dr. Lee has extensive experience in hernias, breast cancer, and various reconstructive procedures. Dr. Lee's research contributions include publications on surgical outcomes, malignancy association with arthroplasty, and implant-associated malignancies. Dr. Lee has received several honors and awards, including certifications for meaningful use of electronic medical records and recognition in professional directories.
Education & Training
Stanford Graduate School of BusinessCertificate, Executive Program, 2015 - 2015- University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer CenterFellowship, Reconstructive Microsurgery, 2003 - 2004
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical CenterResidency, Plastic Surgery - Integrated, 2001 - 2003- UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical CenterResidency, Surgery, 1997 - 2002
Stanford University School of MedicineClass of 1997
Certifications & Licensure
CA State Medical License 1999 - 2027
TX State Medical License 2003 - 2007
American Board of Plastic Surgery Plastic Surgery
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory - Core EMR, Epic Systems Corporation, 2012-2014, 2016-2017
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory 2014 Certified EHR Suite, Epic Systems Corporation, 2012-2014, 2016-2017
- Dictionary of International Biography, 38th Edition 2016
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Predicting Surgical Outcomes in Breast Reconstruction With Machine Learning: A Systematic Review.Ashton Rosenbloom, Thomas Gasbeck, Lana Mamoun, Nikhil Shah, Asha Nanda
Annals of Plastic Surgery. 2026-04-01 - Implant-associated malignancies in the genitourinary system: a comprehensive review of evidence and gaps.Shannon Francis, Jagmeet Arora, Jamasb Sayadi, Cindy Vu, Nada Raafat Khattab
International Urology and Nephrology. 2026-03-01 - Artificial intelligence for predicting hearing improvement after myringoplasty: a pilot study.Kenneth Wei De Chua, Qian Feng Jiang, Hui Juan Koh, Felice Xin Yi Ho, Hazel Yeo
Singapore Medical Journal. 2026-03-01
Journal Articles
- Cell-Assisted Lipotransfer Improves Volume Retention in Irradiated Recipient Sites and Rescues Radiation-Induced Skin ChangesLuan, A, Duscher D, Whittam AJ, Paik KJ, Zielins ER, Brett EA, Atashroo DA, Hu MS, Lee GK, Gurtner GC, Longaker MT, and Wan DC, Stem Cells, 1/1/2016
- Clinical Significance of Internal Mammary Lymph Node Biopsy During Microsurgical Breast Reconstruction: Review of 264 CasesWright E, Momeni A, Kraneburg UM, Otake LR, Echo A, Lee T, Buchanan EP, and Lee GK, Plastic Reconstructive Surgery Journal, 1/1/2016
- Flow-Through Omental Flap to Free Anterolateral Thigh Flap for Complex Chest Wall Reconstruction: Case Report and Review of the LiteratureLuan A, Galvez MG, and Lee GK, Microsurgery, 1/1/2016
Books/Book Chapters
Abstracts/Posters
- Scarpa’s fascial fat graft: An alternative source for soft tissue augmentation of the lips, and an algorithmic approach to lip enhancementLarsen M, and Lee GK, American Association of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, Miami, FL, 1/1/2014
- Clinical experience of the modified transconjunctival lower lid approach for orbital fractures with lateral peri-canthal incisionJeong EC, Song J, Lee GK, Park JU, Kim SW, and Kwon ST, American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA, 1/1/2013
- Autologe Brustrekonstruktion und Adipositas – Ist die Durchfuhrung von autologer Brustrekonstruktion in diesem Patientenkollektiv zu empfehlen? (Autologous breast rec...Momeni A, Ahdoot M, Kim R, Leroux E, Galaiya D, and Lee GK, German Society of Plastic Surgeons, Bremen, Germany, 1/14/2012
Lectures
- Music and microsurgery and motion analsysis.Santa Monica, CA - 1/29/2016
- Teaching surgery using an AppSanta Monica, CA - 1/29/2016
- Management of mastectomy skin necrosis following implant based breast reconstructionSanta Monica, CA - 1/29/2016
Other
- Quotable in “Eight Things Women Should Know About Breast Reduction Surgery"Lee, GK, Self.com
http://www.self.com/wellness/2016/03/8-things-women-should-know-about-breast-reduction-surgery-but-dont/
1/22/2016 - Increase in Lip Augmentation SurgeriesLee, GK, Radio Live Interview, KCBS Radio
1/18/2016 - Quotable in "Efforts Seek to Develop Systematic Ways to Objectively Assess Surgeon's Skills," by Tracy Hampton, PhDLee, GK, Journal of the American Medical Association
http://jama.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?articleid=2130312
1/24/2015
Press Mentions
Breast Reconstruction Following Breast Cancer Treatment—2018August 31st, 2018
Google Glass and GoPro Used at Stanford for Surgical TrainingJune 25th, 2015
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