Michael W. Yeh, MD
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Michael W. Yeh, MD

  • Endocrine Surgery
4.9
132 ratings
94 reviews
Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.
Endocrine Center |
100 Medical Plaza, Suite 310 Los Angeles, CA 90095
310-267-7838
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About

Dr. Michael W. Yeh established the UCLA Endocrine Surgery Program in 2006. Under his leadership, the Program has gained national and international recognition for clinical excellence in the management of complex endocrine diseases.

After pursuing his studies at Stanford University and Harvard Medical School, Dr. Yeh trained in general surgery at UC San Francisco. He then completed the prestigious T.S. Reeve International Fellowship in endocrine surgery at the Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney, Australia.

Dr. Yeh is an expert in minimally invasive parathyroid surgery, thyroid cancer, and adrenal tumors, including pheochromocytoma and adrenocortical carcinoma. He has published more than 100 scholarly articles and book chapters on these topics.

Patient Stories

It’s worth traveling to UCLA
Parathyroid surgery with Dr. Yeh
Parathyroidectomy Experience
Quick and simple
Mother of 3, My experience with Dr. Yeh
Accommodating and helpful
Thyroidectomy Experience
5 Star Patient Experience
Left Adrenalcortical Carcinoma Surgery
My parathyroidism
Cancer free
My exceptional experience with Dr. Yeh
It has taken "a village" of incredibly competent doctors and medical personnel to care for our needs
Thank you Dr. Michael Yeh
Grateful for Dr. Yeh

Languages

English, Chinese - Mandarin, Spanish

Education

Medical Board Certification

Surgery, American Board of Surgery, 2006

Fellowship

Endocrine Surgery, Royal North Shore Hospital, 2005

Residency

Surgery, UCSF Department of Surgery, 2004

Internship

Surgery, UCSF Department of Surgery, 1998

Degree

MD, Harvard Medical School, 1997

Recognitions

Related Clinical Trials

Locations

UCLA Health Endocrine Center
West Los Angeles

Endocrine Center

Endocrinology| Pediatric Endocrinology| Endocrine Surgery
Location Details

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center

Videos

What to Expect After Parathyroid Surgery
Updates for Hyperparathyroidism and Osteoporosis
Bone Health and Hyperparathyroidism
UCLA Parathyroid Surgery
UCLA Parathyroid CT Scan
Using 4D CT Imaging, Surgeons Locate Abnormal Parathyroid Glands Before Operating | Vital Sign

Research

Interests

  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Hyperparathyroidism and Fracture Risk
  • Adrenal Tumors
  • Value-based Health Care Delivery

Publications

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
  • Medicare Advantage
  • MultiPlan
  • UFCM Health System
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare

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Recognitions

  • Super Doctors® Southern California, 2024 - 2026
  • Top Doctors, Los Angeles Magazine, 2021
  • Top Doctors, Los Angeles Magazine, 2018

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Reviews

Overall rating: 4.9
Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.
132 total ratings | 94 reviews
5.0
Dr Yeh and his team were great.
5.0
dr. Yehwas personable, explain th review ings thoroughly, and plan to follow up.
5.0
Always great seeing dr yeh. He is so helpful and provides peace of mind. Great bedside manner as well!
5.0
Outstanding experience. Everyone i encountered in the office was friendly and competent. Dr. Yeh,however, really stood out. He gave me a wealth of information AND took interest in me personally. Quite exceptional. Very grateful to be under his care!
5.0
Dr. Yeh is truly exceptional. He is incredibly knowledgeable and experienced, yet so down-to-earth, approachable, and easy to talk to. He takes the time to explain everything clearly, answer questions thoroughly, and make sure you feel comfortable and informed. What impressed me most was the combination of his expertise and his genuine, humble personality. You can immediately tell that he knows his field extremely well, but he never makes you feel rushed or intimidated. It is rare to find a physician with this level of knowledge who is also so personable and caring. I highly recommend Dr. Yeh to anyone looking for an outstanding, knowledgeable, and compassionate physician. I am very grateful to have found him!
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