
Highlights
Languages
- English
- Korean
About Frances Lee
Emory Affiliation
Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
Emory Healthcare Network
Emory Physician Group Practice
Academic Title
Professor, Tenured
Year Started Practicing
2001
About the Provider
As a pulmonary immunologist, her research focus is in understanding the biology of human plasma cells in health and disease in bone marrow, blood, and respiratory tissues. Recently, her laboratory has identified a unique phenotype of human long-lived plasma cells (LLPC) in the bone marrow, and she is interested in understanding the mechanisms of how LLPC are generated and maintained. Another part of her laboratory focuses on the human plasmablasts/antibody secreting cells (ASC) that circulate during an active immune response such as vaccination or infection. They have proof of concept demonstrating that the ASCs in the blood during illness are informative in identifying the pathogen causing illness. This novel approach is the basis of a new immune-diagnostic platform. Finally, tying her clinical interests in asthma and allergy, she is also interested in studying the biology of the plasma cells in upper and lower respiratory tract with primary focus on IgE plasma cells.
Interpretive Services
Academic Profile
Locations
- Emory Clinic - Pulmonology at Executive Park
- 1605 Chantilly Drive Northeast, Ste 301, Atlanta, GA 30324
- Get Directions
- phone: 404-778-3261
- Emory Clinic - Pulmonology at Executive Park
- 57 Executive Park South, Ste 400, Atlanta, GA 30329
- Get Directions
- phone: 404-778-3261
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Rochester Medical Center, Pulmonary/Critical Care Med, 2001
- Fellowship: University of Rochester Medical Center, Pulmonary/Critical Care Med, 2000
- Fellowship: Boston University, Pulmonary Medicine, 1999
- Residency: University of Rochester Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1997
- Medical Education: Johns Hopkins Hospital, MD, 1993
Board Certifications
- Pulmonary Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2000
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
143 ratingsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2026
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/28/2026
I took at pft test. The person that gave me the test was so kind. I really like the affirmations on the wall. They helped me to get through the test
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
Dr. Lee is a very kind, compassionate Dr and is very thorough in her care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Dr. Lee listens. My visits are always thorough. Never rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
The clinic is EXCELLENT. Dr. Lee is a super specialist! She took the time to listen to my concerns about a medication and explained the details, her rationale and the long term benefits. I wish every doctor took the approach she uses. She demonstrates patient centered care as she listens, and decisions are made collaboratively. I feel heard and respected. Every staff member on her team exemplifies the same excellence, Including the pharmacist, both RRBT's, her inter, PA, and nursing staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Physician walk me to appointment desk
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Excellent care given
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
Once I was seen by the doctor, she listen to me, she communicated well, asked appropriate questions to make sure I was doing the things to stay healthy, she was patient, and very supportive. She made me feel comfortable during my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Very knowledgeable and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
Dr.Lee is GREAT!!! She seems to care & explained my treatment where I could understand path forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
There needs to be a greater superlative for Dr Lee. She is caring, intuitive, understanding and demonstrates genuine concern for my wellbeing. I cannot hope for a better pulmonary physician.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
Doctor on Dr. Lee's service was knowledgeable but wanted me to accept his recommendations without listening to my concerns. I like Dr. Lee better because she listens and considers my concerns without pressure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Dr Lee is a caring Dr with excellent bedside manners
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Very professional, knowledgeable and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Caring, professional provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2025
Dr. Lee is very proficient in what she does.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
Excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
Extremely good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
Excellent care and concern about my progress Wirth Asthma treatments
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2025
Dr. Lee and the fellow were thorough and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/10/2025
They were extremely competent and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2025
Dr. Lee is excellent and brilliant. She has made excellent choices and care for my complicated lungs and subsequent diseases
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2025
I love the professionalism.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2025
Amazing heath information received and educated.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2025
Wish Dr Lee was my primary physician
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2025
Good
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2025
She offered a new rx. I mentioned my main concern was bronchospasm that lasted 5 to 10 minutes, literally choking & gasping to get enough air. No instructions re. How to use (I assume it's an inhaler. )
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2025
Dr Lee was very comprehensive in her approach taking into consideration all aspects of my condition
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2025
I came to Frances with really complicated multi-aspect problem. Multiple doctors before her just gave up and said that it's out their scope. She was able to bring in half a dozen of other specialists and solve the riddle. Brilliant work.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
Very professional and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2024
Dr. Francis Lee and her PA are the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2024
Dr Lee made sure to thoroughly understand my medical history and why I was there, address my concerns, and discuss next steps.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2024
Had it not been for Dr. Lee I would not be here now to tell the story
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2024
Dr. Lee listens!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2024
Dr Lee has been a great communicator and seems to be really invested in my recovery.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
My care provider always help me with things I need
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2024
Again my time is not respected yet I am supposed to respect the doctors time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/7/2024
Dr Lee is the best doctor ever
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2024
Dr. Frances Lee is awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2024
Dr Lee takes the time to listen and discuss the intricacies of my care in a way that I can understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2024
Excellent care was provided and I felt listened to and respected.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2024
Dr. Lee is so personal. She listens well. She makes me feel supportive and does what she can to make sure my needs has been met before leaving her office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2024
Dr. Lee is very knowledgeable, listens to my concerns, doesn't rush the visit, and knows my health concerns well. I fully trust her and am very thankful that I find her.
