Name: Dr. Gary Lee

Specialty: Internal Medicine (Internist)

Qualification / Board Certification: Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

Affiliation(s): Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital (Stanford Health Care — Stanford Hospital)

Locations (City/State): Belmont, CA

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1497834352

About the Doctor

Dr. Gary Lee, MD is a highly accomplished, board-certified Internist serving the Belmont and greater San Mateo County community from his practice on Carlmont Drive. He completed his medical training at two of California’s most prestigious institutions — earning his MD from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completing his Internal Medicine residency at UC San Diego Medical Center. This foundation in elite academic medicine has shaped Dr. Lee into a clinician with deep diagnostic skill and a comprehensive approach to adult and elderly healthcare.

What distinguishes Dr. Lee’s practice profile among general internists is the notable concentration of complex neurological, geriatric, and oncological conditions in his patient population. His clinical experience spans dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, degenerative nerve disease, brain disease, lung cancer, heart failure, hip fractures, mobility issues, and post-surgical aftercare — a breadth that signals a practice deeply engaged in the care of elderly, frail, and medically complex patients. This level of clinical complexity demands both breadth of medical knowledge and the kind of careful, compassionate patient management that Dr. Lee is well positioned to provide.

His affiliation with Stanford Health Care — Stanford Hospital, one of the world’s most celebrated academic medical centers and a recognized Castle Connolly Top Hospital ranked in six clinical procedures, reflects the high standard of care Dr. Lee maintains and the prestigious network of specialists and resources available to his patients when they require hospital-level care. Dr. Lee accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Health Plan of San Mateo, and other major insurance plans, and is currently accepting new patients at his Belmont practice.

Highlights at a glance:

• Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
• Medical degree from Keck School of Medicine — University of Southern California
• Residency at UC San Diego Medical Center
• Affiliated with Stanford Health Care — Stanford Hospital (Castle Connolly Top Hospital — Ranked in 6 Procedures)
• Strong focus on geriatric, neurological, and medically complex patient care
• Experience managing dementia, Alzheimer’s, heart failure, lung cancer, and fracture care
• Accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Health Plan of San Mateo, and other major plans
• Currently accepting new patients in Belmont, CA

Education & Training

Dr. Lee’s academic credentials reflect training at two of California’s most respected medical institutions, combining a world-class medical school education with elite residency training:

• Medical School: Keck School of Medicine — University of Southern California (USC), Los Angeles, CA (Doctor of Medicine — MD); additionally listed with University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
• Residency: Internal Medicine — UC San Diego Medical Center (UCSD Medical Center), San Diego, CA
• Fellowship / Additional Training: General Internal Medicine with extensive clinical experience in geriatric medicine, neurological conditions, oncology aftercare, and complex multi-system disease management
• Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) — Active Certification
• NPI Registration: Active — NPI Number 1497834352

Medical Conditions Treated

Dr. Lee diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions, with a notably strong focus on geriatric, neurological, and complex multi-system diseases. Conditions treated include:

• Dementia — Vascular, Lewy Body & Mixed Dementia
• Alzheimer’s Disease & Cognitive Decline
• Degenerative Nerve Disease — Parkinson’s, ALS & Related Conditions
• Brain Disease & Neurological Disorders
• Weakness & Functional Decline
• Mobility Issues & Gait Impairment
• Falls & Fall-Related Injury Prevention
• Heart Failure — Systolic & Diastolic
• High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
• High Blood Pressure with Heart Disease (Hypertensive Heart Disease)
• Lung Cancer — Monitoring, Management & Oncology Coordination
• Pneumonia & Serious Respiratory Infections
• Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) — Recurrent & Complex
• Fractures — Hip Fracture & Other Orthopedic Injuries
• Hip Fracture — Post-Surgical Care & Rehabilitation Coordination
• Orthopedic Care & Musculoskeletal Aftercare
• COVID-19 Evaluation, Management & Recovery
• Surgical Aftercare — Post-Operative Recovery for Multiple Body Systems
• Aftercare & Chronic Disease Follow-Up Management
• Cancer Risk Assessment & Specialist Referral

Medical Procedures Performed

Dr. Lee provides a broad range of diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative procedures as part of his comprehensive Internal Medicine practice, including:

• Annual Physical Examinations & Annual Check-Ups
• Ambulatory Care Consultations — including complex geriatric and neurological cases
• Blood Pressure Testing & Cardiovascular Monitoring
• Bladder and Bowel Management Assessment & Planning
• Bowel and Bladder Management Programs
• Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Drivers / Vessel Masters (DOT Physicals)
• Aromatherapy Integration as Complementary Wellness Support
• Comprehensive Cognitive & Neurological Screening
• Dementia & Alzheimer’s Evaluation and Monitoring
• Fall Risk Assessment & Prevention Planning
• Fracture Management & Orthopedic Aftercare Coordination
• Lung Cancer Monitoring & Oncology Referral Coordination
• Heart Failure Monitoring & Fluid Management
• Post-Surgical & Post-Hospitalization Aftercare
• Preventive Health Screenings — Cancer, Blood Pressure, Cholesterol
• Chronic Disease Monitoring & Long-Term Medication Management
• Immunizations & Adult Vaccination Programs
• Laboratory Test Orders & Diagnostic Workup Coordination
• Telehealth Consultations (availability — contact office to confirm)

Services Offered

Dr. Lee’s Internal Medicine practice in Belmont offers a distinctive combination of comprehensive primary care and highly specialized chronic disease management, with particular strength in the care of elderly, neurologically complex, and medically frail patients. His training at two elite California medical institutions, combined with his affiliation with Stanford Health Care, ensures his patients benefit from both exceptional clinical expertise and seamless access to world-class specialist resources when their care requires it.

Geriatric & Neurological Care One of the most defining aspects of Dr. Lee’s practice is his deep experience in geriatric and neurological medicine. He manages some of the most challenging conditions in elderly medicine — including Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, degenerative nerve disease, and Parkinson’s-related conditions — with the precision, compassion, and continuity of care that these patients and their families require. His expertise in mobility impairment, fall prevention, and functional decline management is critical to helping elderly patients maintain independence and quality of life.

• Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease evaluation, diagnosis, and long-term management
• Degenerative nerve disease monitoring and symptomatic management
• Mobility and gait assessment — fall risk reduction planning
• Cognitive screening and neurological function monitoring
• Care coordination with neurologists and geriatric specialists at Stanford and affiliated institutions
• Family counseling and caregiver support guidance

Chronic Disease Management Dr. Lee provides expert, individualized management for patients living with complex chronic conditions. He develops comprehensive, long-term care plans that combine medication management, regular monitoring, lifestyle counseling, and specialist coordination to help patients minimize complications and maintain the best possible health outcomes.

• Hypertension management and blood pressure optimization
• Heart failure monitoring — fluid balance, medication titration, and cardiac risk management
• High blood pressure with heart disease — integrated cardiovascular care
• Chronic respiratory disease and lung condition management
• Long-term medication review and chronic care coordination

Cancer Care & Oncology Coordination Dr. Lee has clinical experience managing patients with lung cancer and providing post-oncology aftercare — a distinctive capability that goes beyond the scope of many outpatient internists. He coordinates closely with oncologists at Stanford and affiliated institutions to ensure integrated, multi-disciplinary care for his cancer patients.

• Lung cancer monitoring and symptom management
• Cancer risk assessment and preventive screening referrals
• Post-cancer treatment aftercare and recovery monitoring
• Coordination with Stanford oncology specialists

Post-Surgical & Orthopedic Aftercare Dr. Lee provides comprehensive post-surgical aftercare for patients recovering from orthopedic procedures, hip fractures, and surgeries affecting multiple body systems. His experience in surgical aftercare ensures that patients receive attentive, evidence-based recovery monitoring that reduces complication risk and supports functional restoration.

• Post-hip fracture care and rehabilitation coordination
• Surgical aftercare for orthopedic and multi-system procedures
• Recovery monitoring and complication prevention
• Coordination with orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists

Fall Prevention & Injury Risk Management Falls are the leading cause of injury in elderly adults, and Dr. Lee’s clinical experience with fall-related fractures, mobility impairment, and weakness makes fall prevention a key focus of his practice. He conducts systematic fall risk assessments and implements individualized prevention strategies to protect his elderly patients.

• Comprehensive fall risk evaluation and prevention planning
• Mobility and balance assessment
• Vitamin D supplementation and bone health counseling
• Home safety and environmental modification guidance
• Coordination with physical and occupational therapists

COVID-19 Evaluation & Recovery Dr. Lee provides evaluation, treatment, and post-COVID recovery care for patients affected by COVID-19, including those dealing with Long COVID symptoms such as fatigue, cognitive impairment, and respiratory complications.

• Acute COVID-19 assessment and management
• Long COVID symptom monitoring and recovery support
• Post-COVID respiratory and cardiovascular monitoring

Preventive Care & Annual Wellness Visits Dr. Lee conducts comprehensive annual physical examinations and wellness check-ups, administers age-appropriate immunizations, and recommends evidence-based preventive screenings to keep his patients healthy and identify risks early.

• Annual physical exams and adult wellness visits
• Preventive screenings — cancer, cardiovascular, diabetes, and bone health
• Adult immunization programs — flu, pneumococcal, shingles, and COVID-19
• Lifestyle counseling — nutrition, exercise, fall prevention, and weight management

Commercial Driver Medical Examinations (DOT Physicals) Dr. Lee performs certified medical examinations for commercial drivers and vessel masters — a specialized service required for DOT compliance and CDL renewal.

• DOT-certified physical examinations for commercial vehicle operators
• Medical fitness assessments for vessel masters
• Regulatory documentation and certification

Telehealth & Online Consultations Patients interested in virtual care options are encouraged to contact Dr. Lee’s office directly at (650) 591-9601 to confirm telehealth availability and appropriate scheduling for virtual appointments.

Accepted Insurances

Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Patients are advised to call (650) 591-9601 before scheduling to verify their specific plan and network coverage. Accepted carriers include:

• Kaiser Permanente
• Medicare
• Health Plan of San Mateo
• Alameda Alliance
• Alignment Health Plan
• Santa Clara Family Health Plan
• Valley Health Plan
• Presbyterian Health Plan
• Crown Cork and Seal Company
• All Other Third Party Insurance Plans

Practice Locations

Location 1 — Primary Office Address: 2140 Carlmont Dr, Belmont, CA 94002

Phone: (650) 591-9601

Hospital Affiliations

Dr. Lee holds admitting privileges at the following prestigious hospital in the greater San Francisco Bay Area:

• Stanford Health Care — Stanford Hospital — Stanford, CA (Castle Connolly Top Hospital — Ranked in 6 Clinical Procedures; one of the nation’s premier academic medical centers and the flagship hospital of Stanford University’s health system, offering world-class expertise in cancer, neurology, cardiology, and complex multi-system care)