About
Dr. Seung Yoon Celine Lee brings more than 20 years of physician experience to her work at Lotus Rheumatology. She earned her MD from Korea University School of Medicine in Seoul, South Korea, and completed her medical internship at Samsung Medical Center. Her dermatology residency at National Medical Center in Seoul included a final year as chief resident, after which she earned board certification in Dermatology and practiced as a dermatologist in Seoul for three years.
Recognizing that many skin diseases signal deeper rheumatologic problems, Dr. Lee pursued additional training in the United States. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia and her Rheumatology fellowship at UCLA Medical Center, training under world-renowned rheumatologists. She holds board certification in Rheumatology, Internal Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine, and carries RhMSUS certification for musculoskeletal ultrasonography. Before founding Lotus Rheumatology in July 2022, she spent six years as a board-certified rheumatologist at Intermountain Healthcare Cottonwood Rheumatology Clinic in Murray. She has published multiple peer-reviewed papers in prestigious journals and presented her research at major US and international conferences, including the American College of Rheumatology Annual Conference. She also holds training in medical acupuncture, which she integrates into patient care alongside lifestyle medicine counseling.
Education & Training
Medical School
Korea University, School of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea (MD, March 1996 - February 2002)
Residency
Dermatology Residency, National Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea (March 2003 - February 2008); Internal Medicine Residency, Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (July 2011 - June 2014)
Fellowship
Rheumatology Fellowship, UCLA Medical Center Department of Rheumatology, Los Angeles, California (July 2014 - June 2016)
Additional Training
Medical Internship, Samsung Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea (March 2002 - February 2003); Board-certified Dermatologist in South Korea; Training in Medical Acupuncture; Board Certified in Lifestyle Medicine (DipABLM)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Lee right for?
Dr. Lee is a strong fit for adults managing autoimmune and inflammatory conditions such as Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, Psoriatic Arthritis, Vasculitis, or Gout. Patients who want a physician to investigate root causes rather than simply manage symptoms find her approach particularly valuable. She also serves patients with complex overlapping conditions who benefit from her combined expertise in rheumatology, internal medicine, and dermatology. Those interested in integrating lifestyle medicine and acupuncture into their care plan alongside conventional treatment work well with her philosophy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Lee treats a broad range of autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. Her list includes Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Gout, Pseudogout, ANCA Vasculitis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Giant Cell Arteritis, Sarcoidosis, Inflammatory Myositis, and IBD-related Arthritis. She also treats Psoriasis and Reactive Arthritis.
Dr. Lee holds four board certifications: Rheumatology, Internal Medicine, Dermatology (South Korea), and Lifestyle Medicine. She also holds RhMSUS certification as a Registered Rheumatologist Musculoskeletal Ultrasonographer and is a Fellow of the American College of Rheumatology (FACR).
Dr. Lee earned her MD from Korea University School of Medicine in Seoul. She completed her Dermatology residency at National Medical Center in Seoul, her Internal Medicine residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, and her Rheumatology fellowship at UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles.
Dr. Lee focuses on finding the root cause of a condition rather than treating symptoms in isolation. She integrates western medicine with holistic and eastern approaches, including medical acupuncture and lifestyle medicine. She also addresses nutrition, micronutrient status, and hormonal balance as part of each patient's care plan.
Yes. Dr. Lee holds RhMSUS certification, which qualifies her to perform musculoskeletal ultrasound exams and ultrasound-guided joint injections directly in the office. She includes a musculoskeletal ultrasound exam at no additional charge during the initial consultation when clinically appropriate.
Dr. Lee performs routine and ultrasound-guided joint injections, trigger finger injections, skin biopsies, skin tag removal, and wart treatment. She also offers medical acupuncture and ear acupuncture as part of her integrative approach.
Yes. Dr. Lee has published multiple peer-reviewed papers in prestigious journals covering rheumatology and dermatology topics. She has also presented her research as oral and poster presentations at major US and international conferences, including the American College of Rheumatology Annual Conference and SPIE Photonics West.
Yes. Dr. Lee trained in medical acupuncture and incorporates it into patient care at Lotus Rheumatology. Members receive discounted acupuncture as part of their membership benefits. She also practices ear acupuncture.
Yes. Dr. Lee's background in internal medicine and lifestyle medicine allows her to address general medical concerns alongside rheumatologic care. She counsels patients on lifestyle modifications, nutrition, and hormonal balance that can improve both their rheumatologic conditions and overall health.
Doctor profile last updated August 17, 2026