James W. Lee, MD
Board Certifications: Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
Languages: English and Korean
Locations: Moorestown, NJ
Call Moorestown, NJ: (609) 702-1900
James W. Lee, MD is a medical hematologist serving patients at Regional Cancer Care Associates (RCCA) in Moorestown, New Jersey. He has expertise in a wide variety of cancer type, with a special interest in gastrointestinal malignancies including esophageal, pancreas, and colorectal cancers. He delivers a high level of care that has been widely acknowledged by multiple awards organizations and publications. To make an appointment with Dr. Lee, get in touch with RCCA today.
Though Dr. Lee is able to handle a variety of diagnoses, he has special expertise in treating cancers in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. His areas of medical interest include:
- Esophageal cancer
- Stomach cancer
- Pancreatic cancer
- Bile duct cancer
- Liver cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
Dr. Lee treats the above and other diagnoses with systemic therapies. These work throughout the body to eliminate cancer cells wherever they are found, making them effective for shrinking early tumors or long-term management of late-stage cancer. They include:
- Chemotherapy: Strong drugs kill fast-growing cells throughout the body, including cancer.
- Targeted therapy: Medications attack cells with specific characteristics or mutations.
- Immunotherapy: The patient’s own immune system is weaponized to fight cancer.
Dr. Lee also provides access to clinical trials. These research endeavors allow patients to receive new therapies while still in development. All trials are performed in adherence to regulations and with the patient’s informed consent.
Academic Appointments and Achievements
Dr. Lee delivers exceptional patient care. His services have been acknowledged with multiple awards and accolades, including:
- Jersey’s Best Magazine Top Doctors: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- Jersey’s Best – Top Doctors for Cancer: 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- Philadelphia Magazine: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
- Philadelphia Magazine – Cancer Doctors: 2020
- South Jersey Magazine’s Top Physicians for Women: 2022
He is also a member of multiple medical organizations, including the American Society of Clinical Oncologists (ASCO), the American Medical Association (AMA), and the New Jersey Medical Society. These memberships help him stay up to date with the most recent research and guidelines, as well as provide opportunities to collaborate with other professionals around the globe.
Education
Medical school: Cornell University Medical College, 1983
Residency: Georgetown University Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1986
Fellowship: National Cancer Institute (NCI), Medical Oncology, 1989
Board certifications: Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
About James W. Lee
“I was always interested in biology and life sciences,” says Dr. Lee. When he realized that he could use this knowledge to help other people, it became clear that medicine was his calling. His passion for oncology was identified during his residency at Georgetown University Hospital. “I saw how well I got to know cancer patients,” he says, “while also using cutting-edge treatments to help them.” This appreciation shaped him into the oncologist he is today.
The relational aspect of cancer care is still Dr. Lee’s inspiration. “When patients do well, it’s such a joy to share in their elation; and even when they don’t do well, it’s rewarding to help them through.” The work of an oncologist is intense, but it is also gratifying.
It also teaches Dr. Lee some lessons in return. As an oncologist, he helps patients through what might be the most difficult time of their life. He is often amazed by the perseverance they demonstrate, even in the face of severe illness or death. “My patients have taught me a lot about valuing life,” he says, “about fighting for more when you can, and letting go gracefully when you can’t fight anymore.”
For patients facing a new diagnosis, Dr. Lee reminds them that there is more hope than ever before. Treatments are becoming more effective and less toxic. In addition, revolutionary discoveries lead to new treatments that use the patient’s own immune system, or which take advantage of molecular targets to attack cancer cells with fewer side effects. This exponential growth has created cures for previously incurable diagnoses, and better prognoses even for advanced stage cancers.
“Even when we can’t cure cancer,” finishes Dr. Lee, “we can help patients live longer with less symptoms and a higher quality of life.”
Dr. Lee’s Philosophy
“I believe in treating the whole patient,” says Dr. Lee when describing his philosophy as a physician. This means more than prescribing drugs to treat cancer; it additionally involves minimizing side effects and focusing on quality of life. “I also emphasize giving information to patients,” he adds, “so they can understand their options and prognosis. This relieves a lot of anxiety and helps them decide what approach to treatment is best for them.”
Locations
Dr. Lee treats patients at RCCA’s Moorestown, NJ, location.
350 Young Avenue, Suite 200
Moorestown NJ 08057
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Fax:
Hospital Affiliations
He also maintains affiliations with multiple local hospitals and care centers in the Virtua Health network, including:
We are here for you
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 844-346-7222. You can also schedule an appointment by calling the RCCA location nearest you.
Regional Cancer Care Associates is one of fewer than 200 medical practices in the country selected to participate in the Oncology Care Model (OCM); a recent Medicare initiative aimed at improving care coordination and access to and quality of care for Medicare beneficiaries undergoing chemotherapy treatment.