Dr. Ying Lee

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ying Lee is a Clinical Associate at Yale School of Medicine specializing in general surgery. Born in San Diego, California, she completed her undergraduate studies in Molecular Cellular Biology at the University of California, Berkeley, before attending Yale School of Medicine for her MD degree. Additionally, she holds a PhD and MS in Pharmacology from Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. Lee is currently a General Surgery Resident at Yale-New Haven Hospital, where she focuses on complex surgical challenges, including abdominal wall reconstruction and hernia repairs. Her professional interests extend to emergency general surgery and the implementation of quality improvements within surgical practices. A dedicated researcher, Lee has numerous publications and active collaborations with other professionals in her field. Outside of her medical and academic roles, she enjoys cycling, running, and weight training as part of her commitment to personal fitness and well-being.

Research Interests

Experience

General Surgery Resident

2020-06-01 — 2025-06-01

Yale-New Haven Hospital • New Haven, CT

Engaged in the surgical training program with a focus on general surgery, actively participating in clinical and academic settings.

Awards

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Stanley Dudrick M.D. Outstanding Graduating Chief Resident Award

2025-06-02
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Yale MD PhD Alumni Award

2020-05-01

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.