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Dr. Catherine Lee, MD

Dr. Catherine Lee, MD

Rheumatology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Catherine Lee, MD is a rheumatologist in Spokane, WA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lee has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from Ohio State University in 1997. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Providence Saint Mary Medical Center and Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

322 W North River Dr Spokane, WA 99201
Telehealth available

Dr. Lee is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Lee specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology & Rheumatology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Lee's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lee

4.0
11 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
73%
73%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
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2 star
9%
9%
1 star
18%
18%

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One of the most amazing doctors I have ever met.
I've been with Dr Lee since the 90s, I have Lupus and other various conditions. She has worked with me and help me be the best I can be, at the age of 70 I'm doing amazing! I trust you thoroughly, Dr Catherine Lee, thank you
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Vicki Walsh – Sep 30, 2024
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I am trying to find Dr Lee. She is the most caring doctor I have had in my life. She always takes my input while addressing my specific medical condition. I am hoping she hasn't left the Spokane Area.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Julie Hipp – Sep 11, 2024
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“Dr Lee, the only Arthritis, Doc I’d Trust”!!
Dr Lee is the best Rheumatologist, she is so kind informative, knowledgeable about not only about up to date medications, and treatments , but. healthy ways to eat, ways to care for yourself, like vitamins that help your certain immune disease ( Arthritis);or Special diet, Jessica her nurse , is the sweetest, kindest lady, they both take time with you, your not rushed , I truly felt so important and cared about!! The first time Dr Lee examines me she spent almost 2 hours she went over ever part of my body that had a joint that hurt me, and ones that I didn’t know did until she squeezed it, so she was able to diagnose what was going on that first time, something we been trying to for 30 years!!! Shes kind gentle, and has so many different treatments options, so you can finally relax because she will find what’s going on, and then you can look forward to a better quality of life! Awesome, “Dr Lee is your Rheumatologist. If your looking for the best in the “Northwest”!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jenny Beazer – Jan 10, 2023
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Will not answer questions
Appt. For joint pain. Left with instruction on diet. No sugar. I am hypoglycemic.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Did not fully understand my situation – Jul 17, 2022
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Dr. Lee is extremely personable. She listens and understands what I tell her is going on, even if blood work is "normal" (whatever "normal" even means). My first visit with her, she took at least 90 minutes to listen to me, taking notes the entire time. Her assistant Jessica is also excellent and very nice. Very responsive through the MyChart patient portal as well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Courtney – Oct 21, 2021
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Having Lupus, western medicine alone is not the golden ring answer. Dr Lee works with the whole parts of the Patient. She is awesome at taking the time to listen, examine, discuss options, and encouraging us to see what works for us in this Mystery Disease that still needs much more research, since we are not cookie cut. Department Head, she has fantastic leadership abilities as observed by my various visits to other tightly wound offices. Her Assistant, Jessica is outstanding!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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K G in Spokane Valley, WA – Jul 12, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Catherine Lee, MD is a rheumatologist in Spokane, WA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lee has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from Ohio State University in 1997. She is affiliated...read more
  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Ohio State University

    Medical School, 1997
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Rheumatology
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Dr. Lee is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Kaiser Permanente Riverfront Pharmacy322 W North River Dr Spokane, WA 99201
    1

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital

      7333 Smiths Mill Rd
      New Albany, OH 43054
      Recipient of 11
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      86%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Lincoln Hospital

      10 Nicholls St
      Davenport, WA 99122

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      93%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      87%
      Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

      12% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital

      315 Martin Luther King Jr Way
      Tacoma, WA 98405
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      73%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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