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Gilbert Lee, MD, Plastic Surgery, San Diego, CA

GilbertLeeMD

Plastic Surgery San Diego, CA

Hand, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Changes Plastic Surgery & Spa / owner

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  • Office

    11515 El Camino Real
    Ste 150
    San Diego, CA 92130
    Phone+1 858-720-1440
    Fax+1 858-509-7738

Education & Training

  • Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium
    Washington University/B-JH/SLCH ConsortiumFellowship, Hand Surgery (Plastic Surgery), 1993 - 1994
  • Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium
    Washington University/B-JH/SLCH ConsortiumResidency, Plastic Surgery - Integrated, 1991 - 1993
  • University of Rochester
    University of RochesterResidency, Surgery, 1986 - 1991
  • University of California San Diego School of Medicine
    University of California San Diego School of MedicineClass of 1986
  • University of California, Davis
    University of California, DavisBA, Biochemistry, with Highest Honors, 1978 - 1982

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1988 - 2025
  • HI State Medical License
    HI State Medical License 1997 - 1998
  • American Board of Plastic Surgery Plastic Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Top Doc in Plastic Surgery San Diego County Medical Society, 2007-2014
  • Vitals Top 10 Doctor Award Vitals, 2015
  • Best of San Diego, Award for Best Plastic Surgery Practice sdcnn.com, 2015
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Late Hematogenous Infections of Breast Implants: Two Case Reports of Unique Bacterial Infections  
    J. Chang, G. W. Lee, Annals of Plastic Surgery, 1/1/2011
  • Use of Vascularized Fibular Grafts as a Salvage Procedure for Previously Failed Spinal Arthrodesis  
    C.K. Kim, R. Abrams, G.W. Lee, D. Hoyt, S.R. Garfin, Journal of Spine, 1/1/2011
  • Documentation of Brachial Plexus Compression in the Thoracic Inlet  
    G.W. Lee, D. R. Massry, D.M. Kupfer, R. Abrams, Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery, 1/1/2000
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Books/Book Chapters

Abstracts/Posters

  • Simplified Approach to Wrist Denervation for Triangulofibrocartilage Complex Disruption
    D.M. Kupfer, G.W. Lee, W. Shoemaker, A.L. Dellon, J. McSweeney, Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery, American Association for Hand Surgery Meeting, Hilo, Hawaii, 1/1/1999
  • Ring Avulsion Injuries: A Biomechanical Study
    D.M. Kupfer, C. Eaton, S. Swanson, M.K. McCarter, G.W. Lee, Journal of Hand Surgery, 1/1/1999
  • The Role of Bone Scintigraphy in Diagnosing Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy: A Critical Analysis of the Literature
    G.W. Lee, P.M. Weeks, Missouri Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, American Association of Plastic Surgeons Meeting, Journal of Hand Surgery, Kansas City, MO, 1994; St. Louis, MO, 1994, 1/1/1997
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Lectures

  • Modern Plastic Surgery 
    1/1/2014
  • Lumenis Encore CO2 Laser Instructions Course 
    San Diego - 1/23/2010
  • Active & Deep FX CO2 Laser Lecture and Round Table 
    San Diego - 1/18/2010
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Other

  • Sculptra, "Non-surgical Facial Rejuvenation." Webinar 

    San Diego - 1/23/2010
  • Dr. Lee Performs Artefill Injections on Laura Who Is Getting Married 
    The Doctors, KUSI
    1/6/2010
  • Botox for Migraine Headaches 
    Wall Street Journal.com
    1/1/2010
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Press Mentions

  • Lighten up! How to Improve Uneven Skin Tone
    Lighten up! How to Improve Uneven Skin ToneNovember 16th, 2012
  • Plastic Surgery in San Diego – Schedule a Consultation!
    Plastic Surgery in San Diego – Schedule a Consultation!July 3rd, 2016

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