Esther Lee, MD FRCPC
Investigator and pediatrician and palliative care specialist
Dr. Esther Lee is a pediatrician with the Complex Care Program at BC Children’s Hospital and a palliative medicine specialist at Canuck Place Children’s Hospice. She also serves as the Lead for Quality Improvement and Patient Safety in Postgraduate Medical Education at the University of British Columbia and is a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics. Nationally, she is the President of the Complex Care Section of the Canadian Paediatric Society. She also volunteers as a surveyor with Accreditation Canada and is part of the medical advisory committee for Make-A-Wish Canada.
Esther recently completed a Master in Christian Studies, reflecting her deep interest in the intersection of faith, ethics, and care. Her professional passions include advocating for families of children with medical complexity, improving communication during serious illness and crisis, advancing health improvement science, and promoting humanity in medicine.
When not working, Esther enjoys wandering every aisle at Costco and identifying birds — finding joy in the little things and inspiration in the everyday.
Last updated 2025
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