Dr. Sandra Lee

Dr. Sandra Lee is a board-certified dermatologist, skin cancer surgeon, and cosmetic surgeon based in Upland, California. Lee earned her undergraduate degree from UCLA, completed her medical degree at Drexel University College of Medicine, and finished her dermatology residency at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. She pursued fellowship training in laser, dermatologic, and cosmetic surgery. Lee is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and the American Society for Mohs Surgery.

Lee gained international recognition by sharing dermatological procedures on social media, where her videos of skin extractions and cyst removals attracted a large audience interested in dermatology education and skin care. Her YouTube channel, under the name Dr. Pimple Popper, has attracted millions of subscribers and billions of views, making her a prominent figure in online medical content.

Lee's digital presence led to a television career with TLC, where she stars in the series "Dr. Pimple Popper." The show focuses on medical storytelling and the impact of skin conditions on patients' lives. Lee has expanded her television work with projects such as "Dr. Pimple Popper: Breaking Out" and has appeared on programs including "Jimmy Kimmel Live!," "The Kelly Clarkson Show," "Today," and "The Doctors." She is the author of "Put Your Best Face Forward: The Ultimate Guide to Skincare from Acne to Anti-Aging."

In addition to her clinical and media work, Lee launched SLMD Skincare, offering products for acne, blackheads, and hyperpigmentation. Her contributions to dermatology and skin care have been recognized with the Critics' Choice Real TV Award for Female Star of the Year and a Women's Image Network Award nomination for Outstanding Actress in a Reality Series. Lee's career demonstrates the intersection of dermatology, patient education, and media.