Dr. Alex Young Soo Lee is a dedicated leader with extensive experience in advocacy, education and health equity. He has served as Executive Vice-President and Director of Student Affairs for the Canadian Federation of Medical Students, leading national initiatives to enhance learner wellness and equity. As a University of Ottawa Senate Executive Committee Member, Dr. Lee contributed to educational policy development during the COVID-19 pandemic. Previously, he collaborated with Indigenous health leaders to establish the Indigenous Health Learning Lodge at McMaster University and advanced homeless health education in Ottawa. As a CMA Ambassador, Dr. Lee also co-hosted financial literacy initiatives, fostering sustainability among learners. His work reflects a commitment to inclusion, collaboration and systemic change.
Dr. Lee holds a Doctorate in Medicine from the University of Ottawa and a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) from McMaster University. A finalist in the Radiology and Artificial Intelligence Research Competition, Dr. Lee’s innovative proposal focused on transforming geriatric care through mobile radiology services. He has received prestigious awards, including the Canadian Association for Medical Education Rising Star Excellence Award, Ontario Medical Association Medical Student Achievement Award, Canadian Association of Radiologists Medical Student Leadership Award, and Canadian Science Policy Youth Award. Dr. Lee’s achievements reflect his dedication to health care innovation, education and leadership, with a focus on addressing health inequities and advancing medical education and policy.
Dr. Lee is a passionate advocate for equity and inclusion, drawing on lived experiences to champion under-represented perspectives. With a commitment to Indigenous health, he has collaborated on strategic initiatives to address systemic inequities. As a mental health advocate, Dr. Lee has led efforts to support 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous and marginalized youth. His work with homeless health education highlights his dedication to addressing health care barriers for vulnerable populations. Dr. Lee’s journey is grounded in allyship, cultural humility and a belief in creating meaningful change through collaboration, making him a compassionate and inclusive leader in the medical community.