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Dr. Charles K. Lee, MD, FACS - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in San Francisco, California

Dr. Charles K. Lee, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Hand Surgery
San Francisco, California
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1487635298· License: A82918 (CA) verify
Medical school: Washington University School Of Medicine · Graduated 2006
Industry payments (2024): $8,006 across 39 payments (what this means)
4.6(103 ratings)

Consultation $190

About

Dr. Charles K. Lee, MD, FACS, is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in San Francisco, California. He specializes in plastic and reconstructive surgery, including DIEP flap breast reconstruction, aesthetic surgery, and reconstructive microsurgery, and is recognized for trailblazing work in microsurgery and advanced body surgery. He offers cosmetic, surgical, and non-surgical treatments including eyelid surgery, breast fat transfer, double eyelid surgery, Ultherapy, facelift, and liposuction. Specializing in eyelid surgery, Dr. Lee understands the unique aspects of Asian eyelids, aiming to help patients look more like themselves. He emphasizes that not all facelifts are the same, utilizing a preferred SMAS approach designed for natural, long-lasting results. His practice was the first in San Francisco to offer XERF, an innovative "Lift. Tighten. Glow." treatment available since early 2026. Operating as a boutique practice, procedures are performed at its own surgery center with a sophisticated team. The practice's mission is to heal humanity, one patient at a time, believing in a powerhouse group of minds dedicated to surgical excellence and patient care.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Charles K. Lee

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What is Dr. Lee's approach to Asian eyelid surgery?
Dr. Lee recognizes that Asian eyes are unique and beautiful, requiring the expertise of a surgeon who understands the key differences between an Asian eyelid and a non-Asian eyelid to accentuate the natural beauty of each person. His work on eyelids aims to help patients look more like themselves again.
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What is blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty is the medical term for eyelid surgery.
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Patient Experience

Dr. Charles K. Lee Review Summary

4.7
Dr. Lee has exceptional ratings, averaging 4.7 out of 5 stars across multiple platforms. With a perfect 5.0 from 91 reviews on one platform and consistent 4.6 ratings on Yelp and Google, patients consistently praise his skill, knowledge, and patient care.

Ratings from Other Platforms

yelp.com

4.6 out of 5

Based on 119 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.6 out of 5

Based on 86 reviews

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Dr. Charles K. Lee, MD, FACS - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in San Francisco, California

Main Office

1545 Pine St Suite 101, San Francisco, California

(415) 933-8330

Book a Service Consultation

Consultation fee: $190

Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2024)

$8,006

Payments

39

Compared to peers

Above average

Dr. Charles K. Lee received $8,006 across 39 payments in 2024. That is higher than about 89% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as consulting fee, and the largest single payer was Urgo Medical North America, LLC.

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (415) 933-8330

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

1545 Pine St Suite 101

San Francisco, California 94109

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Office Information

Phone: (415) 933-8330

Where does Dr. Charles K. Lee practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

1545 Pine St Suite 101, San Francisco, California 94109

(91 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Board Certified (American Board Of Plastic Surgery)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Charles K. Lee online?
The provided information doesn't specify online booking options. Contacting the office directly at (415) 933-8330 is recommended for appointment scheduling.
Does Dr. Charles K. Lee offer telehealth?
The provided information doesn't mention telehealth services. It's best to contact the office at (415) 933-8330 to inquire about telehealth availability.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Charles K. Lee?
Patients rave about Dr. Lee's professionalism, knowledge, and kindness, with many highlighting his natural-looking results. Reviews mention positive experiences with procedures like eyelid surgery, facelift, liposuction, breast fat transfer, and double eyelid surgery. Patients appreciate his ability to understand their goals and address their concerns, and they often describe procedures as smooth and quick. Dr. Lee is also praised for his expertise in Ultherapy.
What areas of care does Dr. Charles K. Lee cater to?
Dr. Lee specializes in plastic and reconstructive surgery, including DIEP flap breast reconstruction, aesthetic surgery, and reconstructive microsurgery. He offers a range of procedures, including eyelid surgery, facelift, liposuction, breast fat transfer, double eyelid surgery, and Ultherapy. Dr. Lee utilizes a preferred SMAS approach for facelifts, which is designed to create natural, long-lasting results. Was the first clinic in San Francisco to offer XERF, an innovative treatment focused on lifting, tightening, and glowing results. Procedures are performed at the practice's own surgery center.