James H. Lee

James H. Lee, MD, FAAP is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He holds leadership roles in medical education including Associate Program Director, Continuity Clinic Director, and Resident Advisor for the Pediatrics Residency Training Program. He co-leads the Educators for Excellence initiative reimagining UCLA's first-year medical curriculum and serves as a Pediatrics Clerkship Site Director. Dr. Lee chairs the Pediatrics Interest Group, fostering mentorship between students and residents.

Education: BA from UC Berkeley, MD from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine (2009), Pediatrics residency at UCLA (2012). Board-certified in Pediatrics (2012).

Research focuses on medical education innovation and improving care for children with special healthcare needs. Notable awards include the prestigious Kaiser-Permanente Teaching Award (2021) and multiple Robert C. Neerhout Teaching Awards. He leads Aeron's Foundation to combat SIDS/SUID.

Clinical affiliations include Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital, and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Korean.