About Dr. Stanley S. Lee
Board-Certified Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon
Dr. Stanley S. Lee is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in adult and pediatric spine surgery. He brings more than 20 years of clinical experience to expert medical consultation, providing objective, evidence-based analysis for complex spine surgery cases.
Dr. Lee maintains an active surgical practice while serving as an expert consultant—a combination that ensures his medical opinions reflect current standards of care and real-world clinical experience, not merely theoretical knowledge.
University of Michigan trained for both undergraduate and medical education, Dr. Lee completed his surgical training at Loyola University Medical Center and an elite fellowship in adult and pediatric spine surgery at Washington University/Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis.
Professional Background
Education & Training
Dr. Lee's educational journey began at the University of Michigan, where he completed both his undergraduate degree (BS in Biomedical Sciences through the prestigious Inteflex Program) and his medical degree. This dual education at one of the nation's premier medical institutions provided a strong foundation in both basic science and clinical medicine.
He completed his general surgery internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at Loyola University Medical Center in Chicago, gaining comprehensive surgical training and developing expertise in musculoskeletal care.
Dr. Lee then pursued fellowship training in adult and pediatric spine surgery at Barnes Jewish Hospital/Washington University in St. Louis—one of the most prestigious spine surgery programs in the country. This dual fellowship training is rare and provides Dr. Lee with expertise spanning the entire age spectrum, from pediatric congenital deformities to adult degenerative conditions.
Professional Experience
2004-2008: Following fellowship, Dr. Lee joined the faculty at the University of Michigan Medical School as a Clinical Lecturer in Orthopaedic Spine Surgery, teaching medical students and residents while maintaining a busy clinical practice.
2008-2012: Dr. Lee served as an employed orthopaedic spine surgeon at Allegiance Health in Jackson, Michigan, building a comprehensive spine surgery practice and establishing relationships throughout southeast Michigan.
2011-Present: Founded Lucent Spine, PLLC, a medical expert consulting practice focused on providing high-quality, evidence-based expert medical opinions and consultation.
2012-Present: Established private practice with Specialists in Spine Surgery, maintaining active surgical privileges at 9 hospitals across the greater Detroit and Ann Arbor metropolitan areas.
Professional Philosophy
Evidence-Based Medicine
Dr. Lee's approach to expert medical consultation is grounded in evidence-based medicine. Every opinion is supported by peer-reviewed medical literature, established clinical practice guidelines, and the standards set forth by professional societies such as the North American Spine Society.
Objectivity & Integrity
True expert consultation requires objectivity. Dr. Lee provides thorough, honest analysis for all complex cases. His goal is to provide clear understanding of the medical facts based on evidence and clinical expertise.
Active Clinical Practice
Dr. Lee believes that credible expert testimony must be rooted in ongoing clinical experience. By maintaining an active surgical practice across 9 hospitals, he ensures that his knowledge reflects current medical standards, surgical techniques, and the real-world challenges that physicians face in caring for patients with spine conditions.
Clear Communication
Complex medical concepts must be explained clearly to those who lack medical training. Dr. Lee emphasizes clear, jargon-free communication that makes spine surgery understandable to non-medical audiences while maintaining technical accuracy.
Current Practice
Lucent Spine, PLLC
Founded in 2011, Lucent Spine, PLLC is Dr. Lee's medical expert consulting practice. The practice provides:
- Expert medical opinions and consultation
- Independent medical examinations (IME)
- Medical record review and analysis
- Case consultation and medical guidance
- Second opinion evaluations
The practice name reflects Dr. Lee's commitment to clarity ("lucent" meaning clear or translucent)—bringing clarity to complex medical questions.
Specialists in Spine Surgery
Dr. Lee maintains an active clinical practice with Specialists in Spine Surgery, a multi-surgeon spine specialty group. He holds active privileges at 9 hospitals:
- Corewell Farmington Hills Hospital
- Corewell Trenton Hospital
- Corewell Taylor Hospital
- Corewell Wayne Hospital
- Corewell Dearborn Hospital
- DMC/Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital
- Garden City Hospital
- St. Mary Mercy Hospital
- Ascension Providence Hospital (Novi & Southfield)
Unique Qualifications
Dual Training: Adult & Pediatric
Dr. Lee completed fellowship training in both adult and pediatric spine surgery—a rare combination. This dual expertise allows him to evaluate cases involving patients of any age, from congenital pediatric deformities to adult degenerative conditions.
University of Michigan Connection
Educated at University of Michigan for both undergraduate (BS Biomedical Sciences) and medical school (MD), Dr. Lee also served as Clinical Lecturer in Orthopaedic Spine Surgery (2004-2008). This deep connection to a premier academic medical center reinforces his commitment to evidence-based practice and teaching.
Bilingual Capabilities
Dr. Lee speaks conversational Cantonese and Mandarin, allowing him to communicate with diverse patient populations and review cases involving non-English speaking patients. This linguistic capability is valuable in evaluating cultural and communication factors in medical care.
Multi-State Licensure
Licensed to practice medicine in Michigan (since 2004) and Louisiana (since 2025), Dr. Lee can provide expert consultation across state lines and understands varying state medical regulations and standards.
Professional Society Leadership
As a Fellow of the North American Spine Society, Dr. Lee has demonstrated sustained contributions to the field of spine surgery. Fellowship status is granted only to members who have made significant contributions to spine care.
Long-Standing Board Certification
Board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2006, with certification valid through 2037. Dr. Lee has met rigorous examination standards and maintains ongoing continuing medical education requirements.
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