Yu-Po Lee

Dr. Yu-Po Lee serves as Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UC Irvine School of Medicine, specializing in spine surgery with expertise in adult degenerative conditions and minimally invasive techniques for disc herniation, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, tumors, and trauma.

His educational background includes:

• Medical Degree: David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
• Orthopaedic Residency: Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
• Spine Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Dr. Lee's research focuses on clinical trials and minimally invasive spinal procedures, with over 100 publications advancing surgical techniques for complex spinal pathologies. His work bridges translational research and clinical application in orthopaedic care.

Professional recognitions include:

• Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors™ award
• Patients’ Choice Award
• Physicians of Excellence, Orange County Medical Association (2020-2023)
• America’s Top Orthopedic Surgeons designation

As a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and North American Spine Society, Dr. Lee leads multidisciplinary clinical teams across UCI Health’s orthopaedic network while directing spinal surgery protocols and patient care pathways.