What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.56
Average wait time
4.44
Bedside manner
4.65
“Dr. Lee is fantastic. I’ve been going to her for a long time now, and I think she’s a fantastic listener and so thorough. I really appreciate the time she spends with clients getting to know them. ”
Maureen M.February 3, 2026
“There was not much of waiting before I see Dr Lee pretty much on time for my appointment and she was very thorough explaining and a very good listener, super clear. ”
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Office location
Dr. Sookwook Lee, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Family Medicine
Education and training
- Medical School - Ewha Womans University School of Medicine
- Wyckoff Heights Medical Center, Residency in Family Medicine
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Family Physicians
Languages spoken
- English
- Korean
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1619137932
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.56
Wait time
4.44
Bedside manner
4.65
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2458 reviews
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Great provider - extremely informative, thorough, professional with lovely bedside manner. Would highly recommend!
February 17, 2025Araam H.Verified patient
I'm so glad to have her as my primary physician. She's extremely patient and compassionate. I would recommend her to anybody.
October 20, 2017Eun Mi C.Verified patient
Everyone was very pleasant and hospitable. Dr. Sookwook was patient, answered all questions and throughly gave explanations.
June 19, 2014Roberta T.Verified patient
Dr. Lee was very nice and made me feel comfortable. She didn't rush through the appointment and addressed all of my concerns.
January 17, 2014Initials hidden
I loved everyone there. So nice and easy. I haven't been to the doctor in a while and I was nervous but they made it so easy.
March 12, 2013Travis S.Verified patient
The staff were very helpful and polite with me. Dr. Lee was kind, insightful and pleasant.
Definitely keeping her as my PCP!
March 21, 2019Natané G.Verified patient
Dr. Lee is very thorough, knowledgeable and friendly! I always get my checkups done here. The whole staff is so friendly!
September 30, 2020Jennifer L.Verified patientVideo visit
First time visit. I appreciated that the Dr. took the time to have a conversation with me and asked me lots of questions.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Super quick as usually! No wait time or whatsoever. I managed to eat lunch and get my annual physical in less than 1 hour!
January 31, 2017Valeriia I.Verified patient
The staff was very friendly. Dr. Lee was attentive and had excellent bedside manners. Looking forward to stopping by again.
June 24, 2016Davel H.Verified patient
Dr. Lee was very knowledgeable and spoke to me with patience and kindness, answering all of my questions. Highly recommend.
June 29, 2015Initials hidden
Dr. Sookwook Lee is great. She was very attentive and took care to explain technical terms. She will be my physician in NY!
June 20, 2015Initials hidden
Her bedside manner was great and her staff is super friendly and helpful. I might just have to switch primary care doctors!
March 2, 2015Rama L.Verified patient
Saw me promptly, knew exactly what was going on and explained the situation well and gave recommendation post-appointment.
February 26, 2013Joshua R.Verified patient
Was not able to diagnose me accurately. However to be fair I should have gone to a dermatologist for my medical condition.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
She's such a gentle person, everyone in there was so nice! I loved the experience and am happy to have found a PCP in NYC.
February 13, 2019Natalie T.Verified patient
CHECK REVIEWS ON YELP BEFORE YOU BOOK. A long story short, I need to make phone calls to find out why my bill is so high.
August 31, 2016Initials hidden
Be EXTREMELY careful about doing business with this office. When visiting they lied about my bill. You have been warned.
June 15, 2016Initials hidden
Although, the MD is knowledgeable and concise in her advise. Her staff is slow reacting and often unresponsive to emails.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The doctor is very informative which I appreciate. The wait in the reception area was a bit longer than expected though.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very thorough, knowledgeable. Took the time to explain test results and answer questions patiently. Great bedside manner!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Sookwook is the model for which I which all doctors would follow. Seeing Sookwook was a delight and helped me very much.
January 22, 2014Initials hidden
The treatment Dr. Lee gave me made wound infected. I had to go to another doctor for a 2nd opinion. Would not recommend.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
She explained all the detail about my test result and gave me really practical advice. And made sure that I understood.
June 14, 2019Luna S.Verified patient
I liked the doctor and plan on making her my primary care physician. She asked lots of questions and was very thorough.
July 16, 2013Initials hidden
Dr Lee was nice. I only had a regular annual physical but she answered all the questions well and seemed knowledgeable.
November 1, 2013Vera K.Verified patient
Dr. Lee has a great bedside manner and was very informative during my appointment. I would recommend her to everyone!
October 21, 2014Initials hidden
Dr. Lee was very informative and sweet. I would definitely recommend this office, so far a very pleasant experience!
March 8, 2017Helen F.Verified patient
i didn't like the waiting time and also that they messed up my first name..but she and her staff seemed very friendly
July 9, 2013Initials hidden
Dr. Lee is amazing! She sits down with you to go over the results so that you fully understand what the data means.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I really liked her, she explained very well and keeps you calm. She will definitely be my primary care from now on.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Lee is an exceptional doctor. I can always count on her to give me the best medical diagnosis and treatment.
November 25, 2019Aeisha C.Verified patient
Great bedside manner. Dr. Lee ALWAYS explains diagnosis or issues in depth. Light and friends. highly recommended.
March 13, 2018Roberta T.Verified patient
They said they could see me unless I made the doctor my primary are physician, even though they took my insurance.
January 23, 2018Danyell T.Verified patient
Very professional, thorough in her explanation, willing to answer questions but will wrap it up quickly if needed.
December 13, 2016Stephen C.Verified patient
She's a very calm person and took her time reviewing me and going into depth of any issues I could possibly have.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Lee is great. She took the time to explain my condition and reviewed options with me. Her staff is top notch!
February 15, 2016Brie L.Verified patient
Love Dr.Lee! She is so kind and caring and really listens to help you feel your best!!
October 22, 2024Jennifer S.Verified patient
There was an incorrect prescription written for me and it took two days and several phone calls to get it right.
August 17, 2018Dearbhla N.Verified patient
I've been seeing Sookwook Lee for almost 5 years, she is professional and pleasant to go to for annual checkups.
April 30, 2017Caroline C.Verified patient
Completely uninterested in actually helping and totally impersonal. The worst doctor experience I've had in NYC.
December 17, 2016Initials hidden
I thought she was a great doctor and really took the time to explain her diagnosis. I will continue going to her.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr Lee is very informative and also lovely to interact with. Will definitely continue seeing her moving forward!
October 11, 2018Amanda C.Verified patient
The provider was nice, but tried breaking up appointments into too many visits and so I decided not to go back.
More than 1 year agoLatiqua S.Verified patient
Very quick and painless. I'm deathly afraid of needles and I didn't even feel it! Thank God they actually care.
August 26, 2014James M.Verified patient
Dr. Lee is kind, professional, and thorough. Added bonus that there's little wait time. I highly recommend.
February 8, 2017Alysa C.Verified patient
I appreciate that she took the time to go over each vital and test result giving thorough explanation for each.
June 2, 2016Kristin S.Verified patient
Dr. Lee was great. The entire staff in the office were great. I think I will continue to visit Dr. Lee's office
March 20, 2015Kalvin W.Verified patient
Really good doctor. Everyone was extremely nice and explained everything. Definitely will keep as my primary!
December 9, 2010Meredith M.Verified patient
The doctor is excellent. So nice.
But they have many incredible charges. I will never come back. So annoying
March 22, 2019Jia L.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Sookwook Lee work with?
Dr. Sookwook Lee works with Ara Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Sookwook Lee's office located?
Dr. Sookwook Lee has 2 office locations in New York, view full addresses on Dr. Lee's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sookwook Lee have?
Dr. Sookwook Lee is certified by American Board of Family Medicine.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Sookwook Lee?
Dr. Sookwook Lee frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, Chiropractic Consultation, Foot Consultation, and Illness. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Sookwook Lee on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Sookwook Lee speak?
Dr. Sookwook Lee speaks English and Korean.
How do patients rate Dr. Sookwook Lee in reviews?
2458 patients have reviewed Dr. Sookwook Lee. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.56/5. They have a 4.65/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.44/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.