Veterinarian Overview
Dr. Karen Lee is a Bay Area native and completed her undergraduate studies with a B.S. in Biology at San Francisco State University. She has been practicing veterinary medicine and surgery in California since 2009, after receiving her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from The University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Lee has a strong interest in small animal preventative medicine, behavior, dentistry and surgery, and also enjoys working with pocket pets and exotic animal species. Dr. Lee is in the process of completing her certification in Veterinary Herbal Medicine through the renowned Chi institute, allowing her to use an integrative approach in the diagnosis and treatment of her patients. In addition to practicing veterinary medicine, Dr. Lee enjoys traveling and experiencing other cultures- one of her favorite destinations is Hawaii. Dr. Lee and her husband share their home with their dog "Ipo," a dachshund mix, and their cockatiel, "Ashton." Her favorite extracurricular activities include yoga, running, crafting and baking. Dr. Lee is an active member of the veterinary community, including memberships with CVMA and the local chapter, SCVVMA.
