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C.C. Lee
Patient Rating
4.6 / 5 (Based on 357 Reviews)

C.C. Lee, MD, FACS

Specialties: Cardiothoracic Surgery, Open Heart Surgery, and Vascular Surgery

Schedule an Appointment

To schedule an appointment with C.C. Lee, please call 319-861-7200

Areas of Interest

Dr. Lee specializes in coronary bypass, heart valve, atrial fibrillation, open and endovascular aortic aneurysm, peripheral vascular and endovascular surgeries, lung and mediastinal surgery, as well as vein therapy. Additional interests include interpretation of non-invasive vascular studies and initiating, developing and maintaining cardiovascular and thoracic surgery programming.

Year began practicing: 1995

Year joined staff: 2017

Year began practicing in specialty: 1995

Education and Training

Education

Medical College of Virginia, Doctor of Medicine

Residency

George Washington University Hospitals, General Surgery, Senior Surgical Resident, Chief Resident in General/Vascular Surgery
University of Buffalo Hospitals, Chief Resident Cardiothoracic Surgery

Fellowship

Harvard Medical School, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Research Fellow in Cardiac Surgery

Professional Memberships

  • American College of Surgeons
  • Society of Thoracic Surgeons
  • Society of Vascular Surgery
  • Society of Midwestern Vascular Surgery
  • American Medical Association
  • Wisconsin Medical Society
  • Korean American Medical Association
  • American Association for Physician Leadership

Honors, Awards, etc.

  • 2024 Nominee for Mentor/Educator award
  • 2024 Nominee for Colleague award
  • 2023 Nominee for Mentor/Educator award
  • 2019 Nominee for Mentor/Educator award, one of Mercy's Annual Provider Awards
  • Alpha Omega Alpha
    Medical College of Virginia
  • Sigma Zeta Honorary Science Society
    Medical College of Virginia

Certifications

Board Certified in Surgery and Thoracic Surgery

Personal Interests

Dr. Lee enjoys family gatherings and appreciates every moment spent with his wife and three children.

Additional Information

Mercy Medical Center welcomes C.C. Lee, MD, FACS, as Medical Director of Mercy’s Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery Services to lead the progression of its open heart surgery program.

Dr. Lee received his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia and completed multiple residencies at George Washington University Hospitals, Harvard Medical School/Brigham & Women’s Hospital, and University of Buffalo Hospitals, where he was the chief resident for cardiothoracic surgery.

Through diverse heart surgery experiences, Dr. Lee initiated, developed and maintained a state-of-the-art cardiovascular and thoracic surgery program. He launched an open heart program in Wisconsin, immediately developing it into one achieving stellar marks for quality measurements that far surpass national averages.

In addition to minimally invasive coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) and valve therapies, Dr. Lee brings new procedures to the Cedar Rapids community, including surgical atrial fibrillation, complex aortic pathologies and robotic thoracic surgery, among others.

“I’m hopeful my experience will help build on the foundation of the comprehensive and strong heart program already in place at Mercy,” said Dr. Lee.

Dr. Lee sees patients at the Mercy Cardiothoracic & Vascular Clinic on the fourth floor of the 8th & 8th Medical Park building.

Read a profile on Dr. Lee from The Gazette, March 28, 2017. (PDF)

Patient Reviews

5.0
October 17, 2024
Mine was excellent care !!
5.0
October 10, 2024
All was excellent
4.4
October 09, 2024
Everything was good.
4.6
September 30, 2024
At first Dr Lee was quiet but you could tell he was running things through his mind! As we've gotten to know each other I see how professional, caring, & good at what he does! I definitely trust that he has my best interest at heart!
5.0
August 22, 2024
Courteous, Knowledgeable & Professional
4.2
July 30, 2024
I like the doctor but he always seems to be in a rush.
2.6
May 03, 2024
It was a rushed appt. Dr Lee hadn't even sen my test results. I didn't feel I got to ask any questions.
5.0
May 01, 2024
I've been recommending Mercy every time the subject comes up, I am truly impressed with the care I've received to date.
5.0
April 09, 2024
Dr. Lee is wonderful. He talked to me about the procedure and made me feel good about it. He and his team have been great as well. I feel that they are covering all the bases and are expecting a great outcome.
3.2
April 05, 2024
I know Dr. Lee is an excellent surgeon, but interactions with him are often rushed with no real answers or follow up.
5.0
March 25, 2024
I was treated like a person, not just another case.
5.0
March 22, 2024
I felt at ease,all my questions were answered. Meeting Dr. Lee was good..I like his truthfulness..
5.0
March 21, 2024
Already recommended to someone inquiring on facebook.
5.0
March 19, 2024
Always awesome
5.0
March 19, 2024
Very good Very comfortable
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Provider's Contact Information

Mercy Cardiothoracic & Vascular Clinic website

Locations

Patient Stories

CAGB Procedure Reenergizes Patient With Coronary Artery Disease
William Lita, 88, knew there was something off with his health when he continually felt a loss of energy and couldn’t accomplish his normal, everyday tasks. Dr. Lee diagnosed William with coronary artery disease, the most common type of heart disease. Read William's story.

"Mercy marks a first: CR Hospital launches open heart surgery program" (PDF) from The Gazette, Nov. 14, 2017.