Sonia Lee

Dr. Sonia Lee is an Associate Professor in the Department of Radiological Sciences at the UC Irvine School of Medicine, specializing in abdominal imaging, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and musculoskeletal radiology with clinical expertise in gastrointestinal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease diagnostics.

Her academic credentials include:

• Medical Degree: Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul
• Residency: Diagnostic Radiology at Aultman Hospital, Ohio
• Fellowships: Abdominal Imaging and Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, and Musculoskeletal Radiology at UC San Francisco Medical Center

Dr. Lee's research focuses on advanced imaging applications for gastrointestinal malignancies, particularly rectal MRI, hepatobiliary disorders, pancreatic pathologies, and gynecologic conditions, emphasizing precision diagnostics through multimodal imaging techniques.

Her professional recognition includes:

• Physicians of Excellence, Orange County Medical Association (2023)

Board-certified in both Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, she mentors trainees while providing clinical services across UCI Health's integrated network of facilities, with active involvement in cancer imaging protocols and inflammatory disease diagnostics.

Fluent in Korean and English, she serves diverse patient populations at multiple clinical sites including UCI Medical Center, Gottschalk Medical Plaza, and specialized centers for breast care and comprehensive cancer treatment.