[2] Lee gained a BSc and a PhD in physiology at University College London, and then a medical degree subsequently specialising in pathology.
In the first series, various aspects of human anatomy were explored, with von Hagens dissecting cadavers to illustrate certain points.
In the later series particular diseases were highlighted and explained, again with dissections of cadavers, allowing direct observation of the symptoms in humans.
Further anatomical and medical information was demonstrated on live models (nude persons with the relevant internal organs drawn and/or projected on to their body).
In 2020, shortly after his retirement, Lee wrote several prominent articles in The Spectator magazine critical of the UK Government's approach to the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak.