Patient Rating
4.9out of 5
98 Ratings
12 Comments

Lee Michael Zuckerman, MD

Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Oncology, Sarcoma
Accepting New Patients

Locations

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125 W. Huntington Drive Building A - Suite A200 Building A - Suite A200, Arcadia, CA 91007
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1520 San Pablo St. HC2 - Suite 2000 HC2 - Suite 2000, Los Angeles, CA 90033
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Monday - Friday

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Provider Details

Language Spoken
English
Gender
Male
About Lee Michael Zuckerman, MD

Lee Zuckerman, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon at Keck Medicine of USC and the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center. Dr. Zuckerman specializes in treating both benign and malignant tumors in the arms, legs and pelvis in both adults and children, including primary tumors and metastatic disease. His clinical focus is to not only help cure patients but to help facilitate multidisciplinary care and treat the long-term musculoskeletal effects caused by their disease. By focusing on individual goals and customizing care, Dr. Zuckerman works with each patient to maximize function both during and after cancer treatment is complete.

Dr. Zuckerman’s research focuses on improving treatments and outcomes for patients with musculoskeletal tumors. He has pioneered the use of magnetic lengthening nails for bone reconstruction in cancer patients and specializes in joint-preservation surgery and limb-lengthening, in addition to limb-salvage surgery. Dr. Zuckerman has authored multiple articles and book chapters regarding the use of magnetic lengthening nails and is an international expert on the topic, giving lectures throughout the United States and abroad.

Beyond his work at Keck Medicine and the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, he has performed limb-salvage surgery in Haiti, the Dominican Republic and Guyana, and has published both videos and articles on the topic of performing these complex surgeries in underserved countries.

Dr. Zuckerman also works to raise awareness about the treatment of sarcomas and other cancers and has completed multiple Ironman distance triathlons for this purpose.

Being diagnosed with a musculoskeletal tumor can take a toll both physically and emotionally. I believe in whole-patient care, empowering the patient and individualizing care in order to provide the best treatment possible.

 

Experience

Specialties
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Orthopedic Oncology
  • Sarcoma
Areas of Focus
Musculoskeletal Oncology, Orthopaedic Surgery
Academic Title
Associate Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery

Insurances Accepted

Note: Please contact the practice directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.

Benefits among health plans and employers vary. Please contact your health plan to verify benefits and network providers for specific products. It is important to note that not all of our providers participate in all of a health plan's products or networks.

  • Aetna
  • Watchtower
  • Medicare
  • Health Net
  • Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital
  • Health Net Covered California
  • Anthem Blue Cross Covered California
  • TriWest Healthcare Alliance (UHC)
  • Beech Street Corporation /WC
  • Interplan
  • ChoiceCare Network
  • Anthem Blue Cross Prudent Buyer
  • Blue Shield Covered California
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Health Plans of Nevada
  • CIGNA
  • Kern Health Systems
  • Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers Health & Welfare
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Marian Health Services
  • MultiPlan
  • First Health
  • NEXT
  • Pacificare
  • GEHA
  • Private Health Care Systems
  • Great-West Healthcare of California, Inc.
  • Take Care (GUAM)
  • Brand New Day
  • Union Roofers Health & Welfare Fund
  • United Healthcare
  • USC Network

Ratings and Reviews

Patient Rating
4.9out of 5
98 Ratings
12 Comments
  • Provider Explanations Easy to Understand
  • Provider Gave Easy to Understand Instructions
  • Provider Showed Respect
  • Provider Listened Carefully
  • Provider Knew Medical History
  • Provider Spent Enough Time
4.9out of 5(98 Ratings, 12 Comments)
Jan 28, 2025

Dr. Zuckerman is one of the best doctors I have been blessed to deal with. He's not only very empathetic but knowledgeable and genuinely cares about his patients. He takes time to go over my scans and explain my condition and the best way forward to heal. I have passed through many hands these past several years and Dr. Zuckerman is in a class by himself. He is an exceptional doctor who I trust. He is very reassuring and comforting during his consultation. Any one is blessed to have his care.


Jan 27, 2025

Doctor and assistant very thorough and listened to all of my questions and concerns. I left feeling comfortable with knowing I was heard and comfortable with my treatment plan.


Jan 7, 2025

The doctor is very friendly and explains very well


Nov 25, 2024

Good experience


Oct 29, 2024

Dr. ZUCKERMAN is so knowledgeable and empathetic. I know I'm in the best hands.


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