Dr. Joseph Lee, MD, New York, NY | Physiatrist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.85

Average wait time

4.71

Bedside manner

4.88

“I visited Dr. Joseph Lee for a hip and knee pain problem. He took the time to understand my symptoms and concerns and also went over my past history. I know I'm in good hands. He knows his medicine and he is a concerned and empathetic person. I would highly recommend him.”

Patricia P.September 9, 2024

“Dr. Lee was terrific. He's professional, personable & knowledgeable. I would recommend him in a heartbeat!”

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About Dr. Joseph Lee

If you need to cancel your appointment within 24 hours of the scheduled time, please call the office. Dr. Joseph Lee is a fellowship-trained interventional physiatrist at Mount Sinai Hospital and is an Assistant Professor with dual appointments in the Department of Orthopaedics and Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Lee focuses on non-operative treatment of the spine using a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to improve and restore a patient’s function. He treats a wide range of spinal conditions, including but not limited to neck and back pain, pinched nerves, sciatica, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, arthritis, and joint pain, facet pain, and SI joint pain. He has extensive experience and expertise in interventional, non-surgical techniques to treat these conditions, including fluoroscopically guided spinal procedures such as epidural and facet injections, medial branch blocks, and radiofrequency ablation, as well as ultrasound guided joint injections. In addition, Dr. Lee also performs electrodiagnostic nerve studies (EMG / nerve conduction studies). He also has a special interest in Regenerative Medicine, including Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy. Dr. Lee joined the renowned Spine Center at Mount Sinai Hospital after being in practice for more than a decade in Long Island, where he was in private practice and also part of the Spine Center team at Northwell. He also served as a Clinical Assistant Professor for the residency training program in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at Northwell and Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra University and has enjoyed teaching residents and medical students. Dr. Lee graduated Summa Cum Laude in Economics from Rutgers University. He received his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed his residency training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the JFK Rehabilitation Institute in New Jersey.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Arthritis

Injection for back pain

Disorders of the thoracic spine

Rotator cuff injury

Fibromyalgia and chronic pain and fatigue

Neck pain and spine problems

Arthritis

Injection for back pain

Disorders of the thoracic spine

Rotator cuff injury

Office location

The Spine Center at The Mount Sinai Hospital

5 E 98th St, 4th Fl, New York, NY 10029

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Education and background

Practice names

Mount Sinai Doctors Orthopedic Surgery

Hospital affiliations

Beth Israel Medical Center - Petrie Division
The Mount Sinai Hospital
Mount Sinai West
Mount Sinai Morningside

Board certifications

American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Education and training

Medical School - Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Doctor of Medicine
JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute, Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Beth Israel Medical Center, Fellowship in Interventional Spine and Sports Medicine
New York Medical College (Internship)

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1831358944

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.85

Wait time

4.71

Bedside manner

4.88

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Great visit. Dr. Lee listened and gabce great help. All his assistants from front staff to his medical assistants were great.

September 18, 2023Shara S.Verified patient

Dr. Lee was terrific. He's professional, personable & knowledgeable. I would recommend him in a heartbeat!

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Excellent - very highly recommended.

January 31, 2025Andrew H.Verified patient

I visited Dr. Joseph Lee for a hip and knee pain problem. He took the time to understand my symptoms and concerns and also went over my past history. I know I'm in good hands. He knows his medicine and he is a concerned and empathetic person. I would highly recommend him.

September 9, 2024Patricia P.Verified patient

Warm ,caring manner and extremely knowledgeable!

September 27, 2023Carla F.Verified patient

I have been seeing Dr. Lee for almost a year, since my previous Dr. retired. Dr. Lee is friendly and kind and speaks easily to help find solutions to your medical issues. I really like him and would recommend him to someone needing a Dr. of this kind.

August 29, 2023Jill T.Verified patient

Very attentive. Very concerned. Listened.

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Which hospital is Dr. Joseph Lee affiliated with?

Dr. Joseph Lee is affiliated with Beth Israel Medical Center - Petrie Division, The Mount Sinai Hospital, and Mount Sinai West.

What practice does Dr. Joseph Lee work with?

Dr. Joseph Lee works with Mount Sinai Doctors Orthopedic Surgery.

Where is Dr. Joseph Lee's office located?

Dr. Joseph Lee's office is located at 5 E 98th St, New York, NY 10029.

Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Lee have?

Dr. Joseph Lee is certified by American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

What languages does Dr. Joseph Lee speak?

Dr. Joseph Lee speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Joseph Lee in reviews?

74 patients have reviewed Dr. Joseph Lee. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.85/5. They have a 4.88/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.71/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.