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David Lee, MD.
Recovery and return to activity reviews.

12 five-star reviews for Dr. David Lee discuss recovery and return to activity. Patients describe Dr. Lee as caring and knowledgeable. Their stories also speak to compassionate care. Hear what patients share about finding their way back to everyday life, and bring your own recovery questions to a visit.

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David Lee, MD

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David Lee.

Dr. David Lee is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in foot and ankle care, with expertise ranging from sports injuries and fractures to bunion correction, flatfoot reconstruction, and total ankle replacement. He’s known for combining modern, minimally invasive techniques with a thoughtful, individualized approach to care.

Patients consistently describe Dr. Lee as kind, thorough, and honest. He’s praised for taking the time to explain each diagnosis in plain language, walking patients through all available options, and only recommending surgery when it’s truly necessary. His bedside manner is frequently called exceptional—and many credit him with not only excellent outcomes, but also peace of mind.

Whether you’re facing a complex condition or just trying to get back on your feet pain-free, Dr. Lee brings both surgical skill and patient-first care to every visit.

Flatfoot & arch reconstructionSports injuries of the foot & ankleFoot & ankle arthroscopyTendon repairs & reconstructionArthritis of foot and ankleTotal ankle replacement

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Returning to everyday life means something different to everyone. These reviews bring together personal accounts of recovery, rehabilitation, walking and getting back to activities.

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This collection shows written reviews rated 4 or 5 stars that mention recovery and return to activity. You can read every rating and written review on the full clinician profile.

12 written reviews

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Had my entire ankle replaced a few years ago and couldn’t be happier with everything. I am not even aware I had it done. I walk 2-3 miles a day at a minimum. Thank you Dr Lee. I recommend him to a friend for a replacement as well and has had the same outcome.
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David Lee, MD

Experienced my first injury and was referred to Dr. Lee. Not only is the Dr. really great and passionate at his job, the entire staff is on the same level. You feel safe and comfortable from the moment you walk in the office.
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David Lee, MD

Dr. Lee was very knowledgeable and caring. He wanted to make sure that surgery was the last option, explaining the detailed recovery time and issues. He listened and he suggested alternate approaches to try to stave off surgery.
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David Lee, MD

Dr Lee is phenomenal with his great bedside manner and caring attitude. I never feel rushed with him and he gives the necessary time for his patients to explain the timeline of recovery and answer any questions. My only discouragement is the office system in regards to providing important paperwork (WC and EDD) to their patients. I am constant having to chase imperative paperwork days after a visit to ensure my benefits stay in tact. This is not the industry standard and will need to be improved.
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David Lee, MD

I had to wear a boot from the floor to my knee with an elevated lift on both feet to even my walk for Achilles tendon. Not fun but it worked after a month.
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David Lee, MD

Dr. Lee is very knowledgeable and personable. He listens closely to his patients and provides sound advice for optimum recovery from your injury. I appreciate the fact that surgery was not the automatic solution. He evaluated my injury and found that it would heal satisfactorily with time and an air cast. He closely monitored my progress and I am very pleased that he is my doctor. I highly recommend Dr. Lee.
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David Lee, MD

I have had two appointments with Dr. Lee. I appreciate Dr. Lee, he is willing to discuss options for treatment. He is a doctor I would return to if needed. The support staff is great too. The front desk could work on their friendliness.
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David Lee, MD

Dr. Lee performed osteotomy surgeries (correcting flat, pronated feet) on each of my 17yo daughter's feet. (one in June and the other in December). We are SO incredibly pleased with the outcome. She is still in recovery and going to PT for her 2nd foot, but we can already tell that this is definitely going to increase her quality of life. Dr. Lee is very easy to work with and talk to. My daughter feels 100% comfortable with him and has full confidence in him. I would HIGHLY recommend Dr. Lee. Also, the office runs so smoothly and we love the staff there. Always very helpful and friendly.
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David Lee, MD

Dr Lee, is a awesome doctor, he did a awesome surgery on my right foot. I am walking better with zero pain. Thank you Dr Lee
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David Lee, MD

Dr. Lee was fine and the staff was nice enough. But I'm done with the over-the-top Covid measures. It started with a temperature check, which has been proven pretty worthless in the fight, then the mandatory hand sanitizer, then the social distanced chairs, then the overzealous spraying of Lysol every time someone stood up, then the lack of seating due to the above Covid theater. I was told to walk to another waiting area, ON A BROKEN LEG because there were not enough socially-distanced, Lysol-covered chairs available. I was obviously more at risk of injury from the various "safety" measures. It's inhuman and the lack of actual scientific rationale in all the play-acting caused low levels of anxiety as well as doubt in the efficacy of this medical establishment . Plus I'm not sure breathing all that Lysol is healthy. It didn't feel like it.
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David Lee, MD

I have required two foot surgeries in the last 13 months on the same foot and I’ve been so fortunate to have had Dr. Lee do both. He patiently talked me through the pros & cons of each procedure, answered all my many questions which helped me feel comfortable about the decisions I had to make, and has been incredibly responsive after each surgery and during the entire, lengthy recovery periods. Although Dr. Lee’s specialty practice is one I hope to not require too much in the future, I will be back to see him without any hesitation if need be, and will confidently refer friends and family to him as well.
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David Lee, MD

I tore my Achilles’ tendon per MRI and went to see Dr Lee. After first visit with Dr Lee I felt Better knowing that surgery wasn’t encouraged and that conservative approach to fixing the problem would be the objective I’m looking forward to working with Dr Lee caring for my Achilles tear and staying positive for a positive recovery. I would recommend Dr Lee
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David Lee, MD

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