
Paul J. Lee
Interventional Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
540 Union Blvd West Islip NY, 11795About
Dr. Paul Lee is a cardiologist practicing in West Islip, NY. Dr. Lee specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Lee also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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Education and Training
University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny 1994
Board Certification
interventional cardiology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Paul J. Lee's Expert Contributions
How can you treat heart palpitations?
First, we need to make a proper diagnosis of what type of heart palpitations. This may require 24 hours to several weeks of home cardiac monitoring. Once a diagnosis is made then a treatment plan can be discussed (ie. medications or sometimes ablation) READ MORE
What exercises can I do with high blood pressure?
First, you should be on a low-salt diet and possibly medications. You can do cardio workouts for 40 minutes per day five days a week. READ MORE
How many times do you have to be checked after heart transplant surgery?
That really depends on the heart transplant team, but a close follow up is required. READ MORE
Is anesthesia safe for low blood pressure?
Usually it is. But if needed medication can be given to raise blood pressure during anesthesia. READ MORE
Can you naturally fix high blood pressure?
A low-salt diet, weight loss, and exercise can help. READ MORE
Should I take medications after stent surgery?
Yes, you should be on two antiplatelet therapies. Statin and blood pressure medication if indicated. READ MORE
When can you walk after heart stent surgery?
Usually anywhere between 2 (if radio artery was used) to 6 hours. READ MORE
Can I drink alcohol 1 month after a heart attack?
Yes, one glass of wine is okay. READ MORE
How long after stent surgery can I fly?
I usually tell my patients to wait 2 weeks, however there is no definitive rule. READ MORE
What does a CT scan of the heart show?
CT calcium will show if you have prior plaque; coronary CTA will show any coronary artery disease. If there is a significant disease, coronary CT small FFR can be performed for physiological significance. READ MORE
Can arrhythmia cause serious health issues?
Yes READ MORE
Should I be concerned about my low heart rate?
No. READ MORE
Can you live a normal life after open-heart surgery?
Yes. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from a heart stent?
Usually about 2 to 4 weeks. READ MORE
Do you take blood thinners after stents?
Yes. READ MORE
What drugs do they give you after a heart attack?
Antiplatelet medications (like aspirin, brillinta, beta blocker, ACE inhibitor or ARB, statins) READ MORE
Do I have to take medication after a stent surgery?
Yes READ MORE
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Stroke
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
- Swelling
- Vascular Disease
Fellowships
- Long Island Jewish Medical Center interventional cardiology
Internships
- Montefiore Medical Center
Paul J. Lee's Practice location
South Bay Cardiovascular - West Islip
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Get to know Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Paul J. Lee, who serves patients in West Islip, New York.
A prominent interventional cardiologist, Dr. Lee is affiliated with South Bay Cardiovascular – West Islip, seeing patients at St. Francis Hospital. He can also be found on staff at Good Samaritan Hospital and St. Catherine of Siena Hospital.
In regards to his educational background, he earned his medical degree from SUNY at Buffalo, and went on to complete his internship and residency in internal medicine at the Montefiore Medical Center. Finally, he completed his fellowship in interventional cardiology at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
As a testament to his success, the doctor is board-certified in interventional cardiology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
Cardiology is a branch of medicine that deals with the disorders of the heart, as well as some parts of the circulatory system. The field includes medical diagnosis and treatment of congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology. Cardiologists are doctors who diagnose, assess, and treat patients with diseases and defects of the heart and blood vessels (the cardiovascular system).
Among his most notable achievements, Dr. Lee has been the recipient of the Patients’ Choice Award in 2014.
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