James C. Lee is an endocrine surgeon based in Melbourne, VIC, Australia. He works with people who have health issues linked to hormones and glands, especially the thyroid and parathyroid glands. The focus is on getting the right diagnosis, then planning safe surgery when it’s needed.
His work covers thyroid problems like thyroid nodules and Hashimoto thyroiditis. At times this can involve procedures such as thyroidectomy. For cancers of the thyroid, including papillary thyroid cancer and medullary thyroid carcinoma, surgery can be part of the treatment plan. He also looks after parathyroid conditions, including parathyroid adenoma and parathyroid cancer, and may recommend a parathyroidectomy.
James also treats hormone-related issues that involve the adrenal glands. This includes conditions such as hyperaldosteronism and adrenal cancer. Some patients come with higher calcium or potassium levels, and surgery may be considered depending on the cause and what the tests show.
Not every case is only about the thyroid. Endocrine tumours can show up in more than one place, so he may be involved with neuroendocrine tumours and genetic-linked conditions like multiple endocrine neoplasia (including MEN type 2). His care can also extend to other surgical needs, such as appendectomy for appendicitis, treatment for necrotizing fasciitis, and help with problems like brain abscess. There are also cases involving endoscopy and some soft-tissue growths.
James has hands-on experience caring for patients with both common and complex gland-related conditions. His education and training support endocrine surgical work, along with careful planning for each person’s situation. Research and clinical trials aren’t listed here, but the approach stays practical—making sure the surgery fits the problem, the risk level, and the plan for follow-up care.