Psychiatrist
Dr. Yong Lee, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist at Serenity Mental Health Centers, bringing 26 years of experience in mental health treatment. He's been honored with three awards from Vitals.com: 2014 Patients' Choice Award, On-Time Doctor Award, and the Compassionate Doctor Recognition.
Education and Background
Dr. Yong Lee knew from an early age that he wanted to be a psychiatrist. He loved both science and helping people, and psychiatry let him do both. He earned his degree in Behavioral Biology from Johns Hopkins University, then his Medical Doctorate from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. After completing his internship in Internal Medicine at George Washington University Medical Center in Washington, D.C., he finished his residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital's renowned psychiatry program in Baltimore, Maryland.
Throughout his career, Dr. Yong Lee has worked with thousands of patients in various settings from outpatient clinics to inpatient units, day treatment programs, and as a psychiatric consultant to other physicians. He spent many years working with veterans at the Arizona VA, an experience that deepened his commitment to helping people navigate their mental health journeys.
Care Philosophy
Dr. Yong Lee is passionate about the innovative treatments that Serenity has to offer and believes in creating personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. His focus is on helping patients achieve their full potential and take back their lives. He's committed to using the full range of tools available to support you on your path to wellness.
What to Expect
What excites Dr. Yong Lee most about Serenity is the chance to use cutting-edge treatments and technology to help patients overcome mood and anxiety disorders. With a well-stocked toolbox of treatment options and years of experience, he's ready to help you figure out what works best for you and get you where you want to be.