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9 reviews
Dr. Yu is excellent!
Dr Yu
Dr. Yu is the best provider who took care of my eye problems and care. She is very thorough in explaining the risk involved and best care.
Dr Jenn Yu and her assistant both wonderful. Thanks
July 20, 2022
Dr Yu was excellent
July 3, 2022
Dr. Yu and her team are exceptional.
April 29, 2022
Dr Yu was exceptional [...]
April 19, 2022
I was very impressed with *Dr. Yu & all the nurses/other staff I have seen during my visits (4) to date. Everyone was calm, focused & professional. Have already recommended *Dr. Yu to one other person I would do so to anyone & everyone who might need eye care.
April 13, 2022
I think Dr. Yu is a superb doctor and that is what matters to me. [...]
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
Washington University SOM
Medical education, 2002
Washington University SOM
Residency, Ophthalmology
Forest Park Hospital
Internship
Board Certifications
Ophthalmology, 2008, American Board of Ophthalmology