Dr. Lei Yu MD
Internist | Transplant Hepatology
1959 Ne Pacific St C-212, Box 356340 Seattle WA, 98195About
Dr. Lei Yu is an internist practicing in Seattle, WA. Dr. Yu specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Yu provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Univ. of Washington, School of Public Health & Community Medicine 2009
Univ. of Maryland SOM 2001
University of Maryland School of Medicine 2001
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 2004
Provider Details
Treatments
- Liver Cancer
- Hepatitis
- Cirrhosis
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
Fellowships
- UW - Division of Gastroenterology
Dr. Lei Yu MD's Practice location
Practice At 1959 Ne Pacific St C-212, Box 356340
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