Lee S. Hwang, MD
4.7 out of 5
(89)
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St. Luke's Neurosurgical Associates - Bethlehem
St. Luke's Neurosurgical Associates - Easton
St. Luke's Neurosurgical Associates - Quakertown
As a fellowship-trained neurosurgical oncologist, I am excited to be a part of the expansion at St. Luke’s Brain and Spine Tumor Center. I have been devoted to treating patients with brain tumors since I was a medical student, completing research fellowships in laboratories dedicated to developing more therapeutic options for patients with glioblastoma. Through my research experience at the National Institutes of Health and clinical fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, I have become even more dedicated and passionate about caring for patients with complex neurosurgical issues.
I obtained my medical degree at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, Texas. Subsequently, I completed my residency training in neurosurgery at the Cleveland Clinic. Then I completed a fellowship in neurosurgical oncology, in both brain and spine, at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. I was fortunate to have trained at world-renowned and high-volume centers, where I feel confident in my depth of knowledge in managing a wide spectrum of neurosurgical conditions including brain tumors, spinal tumors, degenerative spine diseases, epilepsy, and neurotrauma.
During residency and fellowship, I was also involved with developing protocols to incorporate new technologies in neurosurgery, such as laser ablation for treatment of brain lesions as well as brachytherapy for local disease control of brain tumors. I have always enjoyed operating on both the brain and the spine, and I look forward to helping patients with any neurosurgical needs.
Expertise
- Neuro-Oncology
- Neurosurgery
Board Certification(s)/Area(s) of Practice
- Neurological Surgery
Medical School
UT Southwestern Medical Center (Allied Health), 2013
Residency
Cleveland Clinic Foundation, 2013 - 2020
Fellowship
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, 2020 - 2021
Fellowship
National Institutes of Health, 2017 - 2019
This provider has 31 total patient reviews
“Dr Hwang inspires confidence.”
4/3/2024
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3/1/2024
“Every St. Luke's provider I've ever visited, has been a great experience. Staff & providers are all excellent.”
2/28/2024
“The services I received were good.”
2/22/2024
“Dr Kwang is an excellent neurosurgeon with excellent bedside/office manner!”
2/19/2024
“She listened and gave very good medical advice.”
2/2/2024
“Dr Wang is the best”
1/23/2024
“Dr. Hwang was absolutely fantastic.”
1/15/2024
“Fantastic visit, spent a lot of time with me listening to my concerns and helping me determine the best treatment option.”
1/7/2024
“Dra. Hwam is a great dictir which explained every thing well. She looks very interested in my case. Would not change her.”
12/31/2023
“My visit was very good, I am going to have lower back surgery soon, and the doctor spent time with me, she explained everything completely and I thank her very much.”
12/18/2023
“Dr. Wang is absolutely the BEST physician I have ever been with. If it weren't for her I wouldn't"t be here to fill out this questionerre. I absolutely trust her with my well-being and my life!!!!! She saved my life!”
12/15/2023
“Dr. Wong is a superb provider. She listened to my concerns and had excellent feedback. Her conservative approach met my needs and relieved my anxiety. I look forward to working with her in the future if necessary.”
12/10/2023
“I experienced complications after surgery. She did emergency surgery and stayed in contact during my rehab even though I was in a different state. She was caring and concerned during a difficult time.”
12/8/2023
“He was very polite and attentive and answered all my questions”
10/29/2023
“Dr Hwang is one of the kindest and caring Dr's I have met. From my first encounter to my latest she has been simply superb.”
10/19/2023
“Dr. Hwang was the most compassionate, empathetic surgeon I have ever had the pleasure of being treated by. She listened to me. She showed great respect of my knowledge. She was open and honest and never tried to force surgery on me. In fact, she told me that she did not believe that surgery could help me. She even gave me a hug to comfort me before leaving. I wold absolutely recommend her to anyone who does need back surgery. It was so refreshing to be treated so kindly.”
9/23/2023
“*Dr. Hwang is very competent. She also displays great empathy. I enjoyed our serious together.”
9/20/2023
“Dr Hwang is extremely good at patient contact. She is enthusiastic and knowledgeable.After my visit with her, it was a very long wait to schedule my surgery.”
9/10/2023
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“A lot of genuine care and empathy by each individual whether directly involved in my treatment or simply in passing.”
4/30/2024