Thomas J. Lee, MD

Thomas J. Lee, MD

4.8 
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Gastroenterology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine - 1997
Internship:
New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus) - 1998
Residency:
Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center - 2001
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2004

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Central DuPage Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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4.8
4.8 

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April 26, 2025

5.0

I would recommend Dr Lee to others

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April 19, 2025

5.0

Spoke to me with respect

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April 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Lee communicated clearly and professionally while being personable.

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April 19, 2025

5.0

Had the highest confidence in his expertise

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April 18, 2025

5.0

He answered all my questions, and gave Me time to ask Questions concerning The procedure. He also gave me a diet that was helpful.

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April 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Lee was super clear and succinct with information. The procedure went well, and he informed me of the results from the removed polyp within days.

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April 12, 2025

5.0

Informative and knowledgeable.

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April 11, 2025

5.0

Listens. Asks questions. Asks for questions.

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April 11, 2025

5.0

He was great. Very good communication day off and good follow up.

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April 07, 2025

5.0

very kind doctor, he explained everything to me, made me feel comfortable

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April 04, 2025

5.0

Excellent physical great bedside manners.

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April 02, 2025

5.0

He knows how to communicate clearly

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April 01, 2025

5.0

Listens carefully and explains well his plan for treatment.

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March 28, 2025

5.0

Personable, good sense of humor, inspires confidence, got the job done.

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March 28, 2025

5.0

Great communicator.

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March 27, 2025

5.0

He was honest which I really appreciate and did a great job. Short and sweet and to the point, which I prefer

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Lee is very patience.

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March 17, 2025

5.0

Great experience and I really like my Doctor Very professional and explained everything great. I felt 100 in good hands with my procedure.

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March 15, 2025

5.0

Explain well

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March 13, 2025

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, competent and kind.

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March 13, 2025

5.0

See above. I feel Dr Lee assessed my pre procedure condition (dehydration and high heart rate) and responded with the right protocol to make this a very easy screening because: 1)Dr Lee didn't waste time - no long downtimes sitting in a pre-procedure room waiting 2)Dr Lee effectively communicated the results and discharge with my husband even though I was not yet awake (didn't feel like we were waiting around to get discharged). Not only was the colonoscopy itself uneventful, it was not a stressor for my spouse and when I returned home, I rested comfortably and was 100% the next day. I have taken family members to other hospitals for their colonoscopies and in comparison, I'm so glad I waited the 6-8 months to be seen by Dr Lee.

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March 13, 2025

5.0

Dr Lee is knowledgeable, efficient and answers questions kindly.

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March 07, 2025

5.0

Very nice, caring doctor. Explains your issues very well.

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Calm, clear, friendly, warm.

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Great bedside manner. Takes time to explain things & go over your care/options

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March 04, 2025

5.0

He is helping me after so many others haven't. I'm grateful.

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February 28, 2025

5.0

Personable, explained everything throughly

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February 27, 2025

5.0

Dr. Lee was awesome he explained everything to me. Taking that nervous feeling away I was having.

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February 26, 2025

5.0

I felt at eased.

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February 25, 2025

5.0

Great service

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February 25, 2025

4.0

He was very knowledgeable and answered my inquiry very promptly.

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February 25, 2025

5.0

See above. Appreciated the pre op visit communication.

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February 24, 2025

5.0

With Dr. Lee performing my colonoscopy, I felt confident that I was in the care of an experienced and trusted physician who prioritized quality care. He thoroughly explained the procedure beforehand, ensuring I never felt rushed and had the opportunity to ask any questions.

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Good communicator...

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February 24, 2025

5.0

He was thorough about my particular case, gave clear and patient explanations, and gave fine wi as little care.

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February 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. Lee explained the procedure in detail and open for questions.

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February 21, 2025

5.0

He took time to talk to me.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

He is great at all aspects of his profession.

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February 17, 2025

5.0

Did a great job-

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February 17, 2025

5.0

I liked how he explained everything that was going to happen while I was in my right mind.

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February 15, 2025

5.0

Dr Tom Lee was fully professional, thorough and thoughtful. He carefully guided me thru what a positive Cologuard test result meant, what a followup colonoscopy would entail, what the risks were, and the reasons for having, or not having one. The procedure was flawless and his visit before being released was excellent.

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February 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Lee was informative, fairly punctual and made sure I knew exactly what would happen during surgery

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February 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Lee (and team) were very professional, listened to my concerns and took the time to explain my symptoms. He was very thorough, kind and friendly.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Lee not only listed to my concerns. He heard me and address each of my concerns. Procedure was done on time. He explained in details what I should expect. Doing procedure and after. In my opinion he's a great Dr

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February 10, 2025

5.0

Clear and complete communication regarding the procedure and the post surgery report was delivered as promised.

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February 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thomas Lee was so sincere and professional before and after the procedure.

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February 10, 2025

5.0

Great bedside care.

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February 06, 2025

5.0

great communication and bedside mannor

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February 05, 2025

5.0

I was nervous before my colonoscopy but Dr. Thomas J. Lee, MD's explanation put me at ease.

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February 04, 2025

5.0

Dr Lee provides good, no nonsense, advice and diagnosis.

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February 04, 2025

5.0

Communicates well

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February 03, 2025

5.0

Very informative and direct. He carried himself as a top notch professional.

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February 03, 2025

5.0

Explanations clear , great bedside manner

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February 03, 2025

5.0

He provided instruction and information with clarity. He followed through as he said he would.

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January 31, 2025

5.0

Dr Lee and the staff did a great job of making me feel comfortable during a unpleasant screening.

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January 26, 2025

5.0

He knows what he's doing.

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January 24, 2025

5.0

He was very thorough, knowledgeable and caring. First time meeting him and was very happy with my visit with him. Felt very relieved after my appointment with him.

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January 21, 2025

5.0

I have great confidence in Dr. Lee.

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January 20, 2025

5.0

Excellent job

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January 17, 2025

5.0

My procedure went easy and smoothly. Doctor was knowledgeable, knew all my medical issues, reassuring and great sense of humor. I was at ease.

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January 14, 2025

5.0

He did not second guess anything I had to say. He took my concerns seriously and listened to what I was saying. He asked a lot of questions instead of waiting for me to describe everything which I found very helpful. He described what he was observing in a reasonable way and gave a clear path forward.

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January 13, 2025

5.0

He was nice and was able to explain in great detail the procedure to me.

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January 13, 2025

5.0

Dr Lee came into the room, explained everything that would happen, and told me I probably wouldn't remember anything, and that was the truth. I felt very comfortable with him and his team.

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January 13, 2025

5.0

He explained every step of my procedure very well

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January 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Lee and the whole staff were excellent. Dr. Lee is very caring and very thorough. He's highly competent and I felt safe before during an after my procedure.

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January 09, 2025

5.0

He answered questions and care

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January 01, 2025

5.0

He was kind, very informative (yet a bit robotic) and I didn't feel (suffer) anything following

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December 27, 2024

4.0

He was very thorough explaining everything and answered questions in an understandable way.

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December 25, 2024

5.0

The surgeon did an excellent job of thoroughly explaining the procedure and potential outcomes.

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Knows his stuff communicates well. Interesting guy.

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December 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lee thoroughly explained procedure, expectations, outcomes, and quickly followed up!

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December 16, 2024

5.0

He is excellent. Shared my results with me quickly and meticulously.

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December 12, 2024

5.0

Made me feel very comfortable about the procedure

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December 07, 2024

5.0

Great bedside manner and thorough.

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December 06, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, informative, direct, caring

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December 03, 2024

5.0

He's particularly good at levelling with you

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December 02, 2024

5.0

Friendly staff overall. Dr Lee was knowledgeable, clear, calming and ready for any questions. He makes it a simple, easy process all around!

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December 02, 2024

5.0

Very professional excellent surgeon. Explain the procedure gave me time to respond. He's wonderful.

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November 29, 2024

5.0

Dr Lee is an excellent communicator, both pre and post procedure.

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November 29, 2024

5.0

Excellent care and kind calm presence

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November 28, 2024

5.0

He explained everything so I could understand it

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November 25, 2024

5.0

Excellent and polite to his Patients . Not rushing explained everything

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November 25, 2024

5.0

Professional care and service

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November 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lee explained everything to me in detail about the procedure, and followed up with me after the procedure. No questions left unanswered.

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November 12, 2024

5.0

Competent and professional

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November 11, 2024

5.0

I appreciated him listening to all my concerns, setting up first steps and plan of care, sharing valuable technichal information on the GI system.

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November 05, 2024

5.0

Made me feel comfortable by informing me of the details of the procedure.

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November 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lee has an excellent client manner and seems to know his stuff. If his recommendations are correct my problem will be solved in a few weeks. We hope so. But I feel I am in good hands.

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November 01, 2024

5.0

Clear, concise explanations prior to the procedure and post procedure.

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October 31, 2024

5.0

Good demeanor. Answers all questions.

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October 29, 2024

5.0

I had a short interaction with Dr, Lee. I appreciate his explanation of the gastroenterology to me before I was unconscious. Also, he was professionally friendly.

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October 25, 2024

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable, thorough and competent

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October 25, 2024

5.0

Dr Lee was very straight forward and very knowledgeable.

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October 22, 2024

5.0

He was very professional and he informed me of my previous test

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October 21, 2024

5.0

Excellent bedside manner. Pre and post procedure explained all related information.

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October 21, 2024

5.0

Great doctor

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October 18, 2024

5.0

He really cares about his patients. He was my doctor before he went to Elgin many years ago and I was happy when he returned to NW. He is such a great listener and he is so smart. I really trust him.

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October 18, 2024

5.0

He was efficient and helpful, answering questions and providing all needed information.

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October 15, 2024

5.0

To the point no nonsense

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October 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lee put me at ease when he came in to talk to me prior to the procedure.

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