About
Charis A. Lee, MD, FACP, is a board-certified internist who has practiced in Rochester, New York, for over 20 years. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychobiology from New York University in 1991. She pursued graduate coursework in Biochemistry at Hunter College before completing her Doctorate of Medicine at St. George's University School of Medicine in 1998, where she earned membership in the Iota Epsilon Alpha Medical School Honor Society. Her Internal Medicine residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center included selection as Chief Resident.
Dr. Lee holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and serves as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. She has served as a Clinical Instructor at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry since 2006. Her honors include the Top Internist Award in 2021 and the Outstanding Quality Performance and Patient Care Award in both 2017 and 2018. She is passionate about lifestyle medicine and its role in optimizing both physical and mental health. Dr. Lee speaks English and French. She volunteers with Habitat for Humanity, the Salvation Army, and Easter Seals, and she participated in a medical outreach mission with Refuge International in Purulha, Guatemala in 2022. Outside of medicine, she enjoys skiing, gardening, and time with family and friends.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
New York University, College of Arts and Sciences, Bachelor of Arts, Psychobiology, 1991
Medical School
St. George's University School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1998
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, 1998-2001 (Chief Resident)
Additional Training
Hunter College, Non-matriculated Graduate Student, Biochemistry, 1994; Internship, University of Rochester Medical Center, 2001-2002
Certifications
Languages
English, French
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Lee right for?
Dr. Lee is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term relationship with an experienced internist. Patients managing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from her focused, proactive approach. She works well with patients who want a personalized wellness plan and a physician directly reachable by phone. Her practice suits people at any age who want to build toward greater longevity and a higher quality of life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Lee specializes in internal medicine with a particular focus on chronic disease management. She treats patients managing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. She also emphasizes preventive care and lifestyle medicine to help patients avoid new health problems.
Yes. Dr. Lee holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She also holds the distinction of Fellow of the American College of Physicians, a credential that recognizes clinical excellence and professional achievement.
Dr. Lee earned her Doctorate of Medicine from St. George's University School of Medicine. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center, where she served as Chief Resident. She also completed an internship at the University of Rochester Medical Center from 2001 to 2002.
Dr. Lee builds a personalized action plan with each patient. She reviews existing health concerns and focuses on preventing new ones. She incorporates lifestyle medicine to support both physical and mental health. Her goal is to help every patient work toward greater longevity and a better quality of life.
Patients see Dr. Lee directly at every office visit. The practice does not route patients to a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.
Yes. Dr. Lee is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. Members can contact her directly for urgent concerns outside of regular office hours.
Dr. Lee speaks both English and French.
Dr. Lee earned the Top Internist Award in 2021. She also received the Outstanding Quality Performance and Patient Care Award in 2017 and 2018, and the Gold Doc Award in 2010.
Yes. Dr. Lee has served as a Clinical Instructor at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry since 2006. She previously held a Clinical Physician Instructor appointment at Rochester Regional Health System from 2002 to 2003.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026