I moved to Orange County from the East Coast with no contacts. While researching I found Dr. Paul Lee to be a good doctor so I had my GI from New Jersey forward my chart which included a diagnosis of Chrohns and a prescription for Remicade following a mess of abdominal surgeries following a perforation during a colonoscopy following my initial diagnosis of colitis. Met Dr Lee for the first time and we had a very long meeting where he never looked at the clock or the door, just analyzed my chart and really listened most of the time. Before putting me on Remicade most out-of-state doctors would’ve taken the opportunity to send me for a colonoscopy at first. But with enough evidence and gathering that I was terrified of a colonoscopy he said not now, and wrote the prescription as it had been in Jersey for five years and then his office helped me find a comfortable infusion center. Saw him once the following year.

Two years after that visit Doctor Lee himself called me out of the blue, asked me how I was doing, and gently suggested it was time to do a colonoscopy, which it was. He reads the charts. But I hadn’t seen him in two years - who pays attention like that? I reminded him of the diagnosed friability (hypersensitivity) of my colon and he assured me that he would use the utmost caution. He also was non-alarmist, said it didn’t have to be now, just soon and to call him when I was ready. I called back a couple of months later and the office helped me schedule the appointment. Dr. Lee himself made several generous concessions of his time to make sure that he was able to get me in during the narrow window I gave him during a custody battle. The day before the procedure, his office staff was immediately available when I called with important questions about the prep.

When I got to the hospital, Dr. Lee spoke to me at length. Went over everything that would happen and above all reassured me that he remembered every bit of our conversation about this years before, and assured me his first priority was my safety and being gentle.

It is common to see some blood and such immediately after a colonoscopy, along with pain for a few days. The day after Dr Lee’s colonoscopy I ate a full breakfast and was driving my girlfriend around to her own appointments. Never saw a streak of red, no pain. It was like nothing had gone on. This is not normal- this doctor knew that “normal” treatment could send me into a downward spiral. That is a specialist. What’s special about this one is that he cares.

-Jeff Budwick

Submitted Jan. 4, 2021

The staff was excellent, very friendly, knowledgeable and caring. They covered in detail my procedure and always asked if I had questions or concerns. I really like the way they confirmed me and why I was there several times before any procedure was done. I was nervous about my procedure and the staff put my nerves at ease. They were 100% professional and I would recommend Dr Lee and his staff 100%.

Submitted Aug. 10, 2020

Everything went well. Everyone was nice and had a good attitude. Not quite as much anesthesia as my last test, I could hear talking the entire time and felt the procedure ( that hurt a bit). But, better to have less anesthesia - that darn Alzheimer's you know! Over all happy it's over and everything looked good. Was impressed with all staff , very friendly

Submitted July 21, 2020

Wow! What a great experience they have a nice smooth running machine aka procedures/office..thank you Dr Lee and staff..

Submitted April 20, 2020

Dr. Paul Lee is a seasoned expert in his field. I was scheduled for a Colonoscopy procedure - never the most pleasant of events, but we all have to go thru it. The procedure began within 3 min of it's scheduled time, and was completed in 20 min. I was having lunch with my wife an hour and a half after being wheeled into the procedure room, feeling no ill effects. In my opinion, Hoag medical is one of the best providers in the country, and Dr. Paul Lee is one of the most competent Doctors in the business. Additionally, as we're all aware, a Team Leader (Dr. Lee) is only as good as the staff he surrounds himself with. And Dr. Lees staff - attending Nurse, Anesthesiologist, prep team, are all top notch - competent, friendly, empathetic, patient and comforting. I gave Scheduling Ease a 3 out of 5 stars. In the 5 times I called, 3 of the 5 calls lead to an answering machine during normal business hours. To be clear, nothing was lost, I wasn't dropped, I received my appointments as required. I simply had to be persistent in my calling. An online reservation system may be a better solution. However, the scheduling thing is a minor issue - my primary concern was my level of care, and the comfort and confidence I felt with regards to the medical staff and Dr. Paul Lee. In that respect - Dr. Lee and his team receive 5 of 5 stars. They are the best. I am referring them to my friends and family members.

Submitted March 17, 2020

You have a very friendly staff. Excellent experience. Thank you very much

Submitted March 16, 2020

Everyone in the office and at the Endoscopy center were very friendly , Reassuring and kind. Dr. Lee listened to my concerns and addressed them in a caring manner. I would not hesitate to see Dr. Lee again.

Submitted March 12, 2020

Dr. Lee and all of his staff are amazing. Everyone was kind, considerate, and professional. Everything went smoothly. Thank you ALL very much, for all your help!

Submitted March 11, 2020

All the staff members were very warm and helpful, and of course Dr. Lee!

Submitted March 9, 2020

Extremely quick, efficient, and on time. Everyone knew what they were doing and were pleasant. Dr. Lee was available for questions.

Submitted March 6, 2020