Renowned Pediatric Surgeon Yi-Horng Lee, MD with Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital
Leading Pediatric Surgeon Brings Expertise in Neonatal, Thoracic, and Minimally Invasive Surgery to RWJ University Hospital
A seasoned pediatric surgeon, Dr. Lee has served as the Chief of Pediatric Surgery at Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, in New Jersey, since 2015. Renowned for his expertise in neonatal surgery, thoracic surgery, hepatobiliary and GI surgery, and minimally invasive surgery, he leads a team of highly skilled professionals in delivering innovative and compassionate care to pediatric patients.
With a focus on treating children with solid tumors, short gut syndrome, feeding difficulties, and pectus excavatum, he has garnered a reputation for his compassionate and skillful approach to pediatric surgical care. His interest in surgical outcomes and healthcare delivery has driven his research, particularly in studying the GI microbiota in pediatric surgical patients. His expertise extends to a wide range of operations performed by pediatric surgeons, reflecting his unwavering dedication to providing the best possible care for his young patients.
In regards to his educational background, Dr. Lee started his academic journey by completing his medical degree from the SUNY Downstate Medical Center in 1996. After completing his surgical residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, he delved into transplant immunology research at the University of Pittsburgh, showcasing his commitment to advancing medical knowledge. His dedication to pediatric surgery led him to prestigious positions at The Women and Children’s Hospital of Buffalo, the University of Rochester Medical Center Golisano Children’s Hospital, and St. Barnabas Medical Center.
A distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics Surgical Section and the American College of Surgeons, he is also a member of several prestigious medical associations, including the Children’s Oncology Group, the Children’s Hospital Association, the American Pediatric Surgical Association, and the Association for Academic Surgery.
Committed to providing exceptional care to pediatric patients, Dr. Lee has been the recipient of multiple awards, including being recognized as one of Jersey’s Best Magazine Top Doctors (2018-2023), Jersey’s Best – Top Doctors for Children (2018), New York Magazine: Top Doctors Award (2021-2023), and a recipient of the Top Doctors New York Metro Area Award (2020-2023).
Learn More about Dr. Yi-Horng Lee:
Through his findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/3679051-Yi-Horng-Lee-Surgeon-Pediatric or through RWJ Barnabas Health, https://www.rwjbh.org/doctors/yi-horng-lee-md/
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