Being a doctor is rewarding because I am able to work with patients of all ages and backgrounds to help them maintain a healthy quality of life."
Do-Eun Lee, MD, has been practicing medicine for more than 20 years, and specializes in diabetes, thyroid issues and general endocrinology. She currently operates a private practice in Lafayette, CA, which opened in 2009. She has authored several several publications and is the recipient of various professional awards and honors, including the Young Investigator Travel Award from Seoul National University College of Medicine Alumni Association of North America, Las Vegas. In her free time, she enjoys skiing and playing both the piano and violin.
Dr. Lee graduated from Seoul National University College of Medicine with honors. She also holds a degree from Seoul National University College of Natural Science.
Verywell Health is an award-winning online resource for reliable, understandable, and up-to-date health information on the medical topics that matter most to you. We take a human approach to health and wellness content and reach more than 300 million readers annually.
Verywell Health's Medical Review Board is a team of board-certified doctors who ensure our content is medically accurate and reflects the latest in science-backed research. Our experienced board of medical professionals verify that our content is comprehensive, so you can trust that the information you read here will help you through the next steps in your health journey—whether that's for yourself or for a loved one.