About Cheong Lee, MD
Cheong Lee, MD, a vascular surgeon at Endeavor Health, serves as Division Chief of Vascular Surgery and Clinical Professor of Surgery at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. He specializes in complex aortic and peripheral vascular disease management using both endovascular and open surgical techniques. Dr. Lee’s research focuses on outcomes after vascular interventions and the use of polygenic risk scores in vascular disease screening. He is committed to advancing surgical innovation and improving care for patients with vascular conditions.
My endeavor
My endeavor is to deliver exceptional care for every person, every time.
Care philosophy
A vascular diagnosis can be overwhelming for patients and their families. I make it a priority to ensure they are well informed about their condition and confident in their personalized treatment plan. My goal is for each patient to feel supported and cared for throughout their treatment journey.
Overview
- Languages English, Korean
- Gender Male
- Personal interests Fishing
Clinical focus
- Vascular Surgery
- Surgery
Procedures performed
- Endovascular aortic aneurysm repair
- Open aneurysm Repair
- Complex open and endovascular aortic repairs
- Endovascular treatment of arterial and venous disease ( i.e. angioplasty
- Carotid stenting
- Carotid endarterectomies. Arterial bypass
- Dialysis access creation
- Venous and arterial reconstruction
Treatments offered
- Comprehensive aortic
- Arterial
- venous reconstructions including endovascular and open surgeries. Decompressive surgery for vascular impingement syndromes
Conditions treated
- Aortic disease
- Aortic aneurysms
- Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
- Cerebrovascular Diseases
- Dialysis Access
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
- Vascular Impingement Syndromes
Board specialties
- Vascular Surgery
- Surgery
Endeavor Health Medical Group
9650 Gross Point Rd., Suite 4900
Skokie, IL 60076-5080
Skokie, IL 60076-5080
Endeavor Health Medical Group
2050 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 330
Glenview, IL 60026-1300
Glenview, IL 60026-1300
Endeavor Health Medical Group
1200 S. York St., Suite 3150
Elmhurst, IL 60126-5628
Elmhurst, IL 60126-5628
Medical School
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2003University of Michigan School of Medicine
Residencies
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2010General SurgeryUniversity of Michigan Hospital
Fellowships
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2012Vascular SurgeryMcGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
Board certifications
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2011SurgeryAmerican Board of Surgery
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2013Vascular SurgeryAmerican Board of Surgery
Reviews (31)
November 29, 2025
Caring and very professional staff.
November 18, 2025
R. Lee is a wonderful and caring doctor.
November 17, 2025
From the moment we met Dr. Lee, his warmth and genuine care immediately put us at ease. He patiently answered every question and explained the procedure in a way that made us feel safe and understood.On the day of surgery, his calm presence brought comfort during an incredibly emotional time. Afterward, he spoke to our family with compassion and clarity, walking us through every detail.The results-confirmed by the CT-were excellent, a true reflection of his remarkable skill. Yet despite his talent, he remains humble and kind.Being his patient was truly a privilege
November 4, 2025
Great concise evaluation
November 1, 2025
Dr. Lee is an outstanding physician as well as a human. He is personable and caring and gives you one-on-one attention that is above and beyond in this day in the medical field. He is a shining star at Endeavor Health.
October 27, 2025
I'm fortunate Doctor Lee is my Specialist Doctor.
October 14, 2025
Dr. Lee is excellent. He is always professional, knowledgeable, compassionate, and caring.
October 9, 2025
Very caring gentleman
October 3, 2025
Dr. Lee is wonderful in every possible way and more than I had ever hoped for in a physician.
October 2, 2025
Dr. Lee is fantastic. He has supported me through some substantially difficult times. Dr. Lee has 100% reversed my thorasic outlet syndrome through his knowledge, his expertise and his surgical talents. Dr. Lee is kind, patient and so educated. I am grateful and I thankful and just lucky to have his help managing my health.
September 29, 2025
Fantastic "bed side" manner. Dr Lee is very knowledgeable. He took the time to answer all my questions
September 27, 2025
Great
September 9, 2025
Dr. Lee listens to me and takes the time needed to answer my questions.
September 5, 2025
Service was excellent.
September 4, 2025
Prompt and as easy as it could be.
September 1, 2025
Great
August 21, 2025
I was very pleased that we were able to get Dr. Lee, they had an opening and got us in two months earlier. Very compassionate working with my special needs son
August 17, 2025
Dr Lee was amazing, very polite and considerate, very caring, he wanted to know my case well and was concerned about my well being
August 16, 2025
Dr Lee is top quality from start to finish. Personable and compassionate, and a leader in his field. So glad to have found Dr Lee.
August 13, 2025
Dr Lee is FANTASTIC! Very empathetic and explains everything very patiently and thoroughly
August 10, 2025
Dr Lee is a wonderful individual. I feel very fortunate to have him as my vascular doctor. He is caring and a good listener to all your concerns.
August 10, 2025
I always feel that he has given my case his full attention.
August 10, 2025
Dr Lee was caring, informative and on time!!!
August 8, 2025
Extremely knowledgeable and easy to tell that he wanted to be part of the solution to my problem.
July 24, 2025
Great Dr. Takes time with you and explains everything well. time
July 20, 2025
Physician always appears interested in my progress to continue good health! Always professional; friendly & supportive & willing to explain procedures in depth!
July 19, 2025
Dr C J LEE IS THE GREATEST DOCTOR I have EVER seen. I WILL ALWAYS BE HIS PATIENT.HE KNOWS EVERYTHING ABOUT MY HEALTH CONCERNS. HE IS THE BEST....
July 14, 2025
Dr Lee is very nice and informative
July 13, 2025
Knolageble good manners,attentive
July 10, 2025
I feel Dr. Lee and the medical staff saved my life with the AAA procedure conducted on me. That sums up how I feel about the care I received at Endevour.............
July 8, 2025
Dr. Lee is excellent and always caring.
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