Sun IK Lee
Neurosurgeon
908 North Howard Avenue Suite 108 Grand Island Nebraska, 68803About
Sun IK Lee, MD is a Neurological Surgeon practicing at Grand Island Specialty Clinic and St. Francis Hospital Medical Center, where he holds special privileges. Dr. Lee is an experienced surgeon with 25 years of experience in neurosurgery. Dr. Lee treats patients with disorders of the brain, pituitary gland and spinal cord. A member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, Dr. Lee is also a published author of peer-reviewed articles. He is an avid reader of the Journal of Neurosurgery.
Education and Training
Loma Linda University
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Internships
- Tulane University
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, American Association of Neurological Surgeons, The Congress of Neurological Surgeons
Articles and Publications
- Yes
What do you attribute your success to?
- His Strong Work Ethic And Positive Attitude.
Hobbies / Sports
- Basketball, Mixed Martial Arts, Boxing
Favorite professional publications
- Neurosurgery, Journal of Neurosurgery
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