Jennifer Tong-Young Yu M.D., Ph.D.
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Jennifer Tong-Young Yu M.D., Ph.D.
Medical Specialties
- Ophthalmology
- Blepharitis
- Cataracts
- Dry eye
- Telehealth services
Locations
Languages
- English
- Mandarin Chinese
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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I think Dr. Yu is wonderful! She always listens to me, and is always willing to explain in language I can understand exactly what is going on.
Dr. Yu is great.
Dr. Yu listened well, answered all questions and was very thorough with explanations.
Dr Yu and her nurse/tech were consistently calm, competent and thorough.
Dr. Yu is a fabulous doctor and professional. My mother values her perspectives and opinions and is forever grateful for the unsurpassed quality of care she's received year after year.
Dr Yu is a rock star !
They explained everything I have and possible risks and solutions to carry out
Dr. Yu was thorough and patient with me. She answered my questions patiently.
I love Dr. Jennifer Yu. She is so pleasant, encouraging, professional, and hope-giving.
Dr. Yu is extraordinary! Kind, thorough, honest and an amazing surgeon!
Excellent doctor and team.
Dr Jennifer Yuis a very personable physician, more than willing to patiently discuss my eyes and options for care
There is no one better than Dr Yu.
I see Dr. Jennifer Yu [...] though she is very busy she takes time to listen and I trust her medical opinion and skill.
I appreciated Dr. Yu's kind apology about my wait time. I also appreciated her explanations and responses to my questions.
[...] and Dr. Yu both give the best possible care. Thank you.
I absolutely love seeing Dr. Yu! She is a fantastic doctor and person.
Dr. Yu and anesthesiologist [...] listened, kept me as informed as I wanted to be. [...]
Dr. Yu was particularly helpful in her listening. She was aware of the delays yet gave me her full attention and never rushed. Professional, friendly, warm.
Dr Yu is fantastic!!!
From sending a note on my chart for an appointment to getting the appointment in a timely matter to the care of [...]and especially Dr. Yu everything has always been painless (that might be a pun).
I have great confidence in Dr. Yu and I am quite selective.
[...] my initial contact. [...], my photographer, Dr Yu, all exhibited an exceptional culture of care.
My doctor, Dr. Yu, is fantastic! [...]
Dr. Yu is extremely thorough and very pleasant; she's also an excellent communicator. I really appreciate how thoughtful she is and that she discusses options with me so that I feel I understand them well and can make the right decision for me.
[...] Dr. Yu herself. She has excellent bedside manner, affirming to me the patient. Kind yet professional. I thanked her for being so approachable and she said, "I like to talk to my patients."
Dr. Van Gelder was very responsive and empathetic and resolved my scheduling issues [...]
[...]Dr. Yu made my experience great at the clinic, so happy I found her.
Great MD
[...] and Dr. Yu were excellent!
Dr. Yu is excellent!
Dr Jennifer Yu patiently answered all my questions as she provided me with a plan of care. Dr Yu is a most personable professional.
Dr. Yu and her assistant each provided knowledgeable, thoughtful, and technically expert care. I am grateful for their expertise and kindness.
About Jennifer Tong-Young Yu
Jennifer Tong-Young, M.D., is a board certified ophthalmologist at the Eye Institutes at Harborview and UW Medical Center and a UW assistant professor of Ophthalmology.
Dr. Yu is a comprehensive ophthalmologist who provides medical and surgical care for a wide range of eye conditions such as dry eye, cataracts and glaucoma. She believes that good patient care starts with listening to the patient and that healthcare is a partnership between the physician and the patient.
Dr. Yu earned her M.D. and Ph.D. at Washington University, St. Louis. She is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the Washington Association of Eye Physicians and Surgeons. She teaches residents and medical students how to evaluate and treat a broad spectrum of eye diseases and also trains residents in cataract surgery.
Personal Interests
Dr. Yu lives in the greater Seattle area with her husband and two daughters. Her pastimes include reading, skiing, cooking and family activities.
Education and Training
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Washington University SOMMedical education, 2002Washington University SOMResidency, OphthalmologyForest Park HospitalInternship
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology, 2008, American Board of Ophthalmology