Yunyu Cao, MD

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Yunyu Cao, MD
Medical Specialties
- Primary care
- Geriatric medicine
- Internal medicine
- Women's health
- Telehealth services
Locations
Languages
- Chinese
- English
- French
- Mandarin Chinese
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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Echo and Dr Cao are great!
Dr Cao is one of the best Dr's I have ever seen.
Dr Cao took a lot of time answering my many questions. She was understanding and patient with me.
Dr Cao and [...] are the best providers I could ask for, they always listen to my concerns and answer my questions
Dr Cao is very detailed and thorough in explaining things. While medical issues can be very complex, I've always been impressed with her ability explain cause & effects, pros & cons, solutions & recommendations, etc.
Dr Cao and her assistant are Outstanding They truly care about their patients
Dr Cao is a treasure! Love going to see her, always excellent care.
Dr, Cao is always very attentive to my concerns and addresses them in a way that is very understandable.
Dr Cao and assistant are excellent, professional and incredible people
Dr.. Cao is a tremendous gift to our family.
Dr. Cao is a good listener and easy to discuss my concerns with openly.
Dr. Cao has been my PCP for nearly 15 years now. She's excellent and very patient with my forgetfulness in spite of a very complicated history.
Dr Cao is excellent.
Dr. Cao is amazing!! Only negative is she's too popular - takes awhile to get app. w/her.
Dr. Yunyu Cao is the best physician in all categories.
Every time I see Dr. Cao I am met with compassion, and I feel valued by her and her team! I tell everyone about Dr. Cao and if she has an opening they would receive The Best care
Dr Cao and [...] are wonderful!
Dr. Cao was great! She listened and had me get an Xray immediately. Very happy with UW and have been for [...] years.
Dr Cao has been our family doctor for years... Always the best experience, she's like family...
Dr.,Cao is a true professional and cares so much for her patients. This is why I drive [...] hours one way to see her.
Incredible empathy and understanding. Blessed to have Dr Cao and team
Dr. Cao is always so thorough, kind and listens to all concerns and questions and provides honest and excellent assessment and advice.
Dr. Cao is an excellent doctor. She cares about patients, listens carefully and explains her treatment clearly.
Dr. Cao is the best
Dr. Cao listens and addresses concerns, allowing me to incorporate my own ideas for addressing the issue. I never feel she is rushed.
Dr. Cao is the best family doctor my family and I have ever been fortunate to have. She is well informed, knowledgeable and truly listened to our concerns. We always recommend her to our friends, family and colleagues.
Almost my whole family is now lucky enough to see Dr. Cao! She is amazing and I would highly recommend her to anyone!!!
Dr Cao is the best primary care physician I have ever had. She really cares about my well being.
I would recommend Dr. Coa, but she is so busy, not sure she is taking new patients.
Dr. Cao is excellent and always listens and communicates well.
Dr.Cao remembers every detail of my medical history. She is super well informed with the latest research and knows about the specialists at UW and thus she can make relevant referrals. I am very well informed about medical issues, and Dr.Cao always surpasses my expectations. Relatedly, my husband is also her patient, and he adores her.
I learn something every time I visit Dr Cao
Dr.Cao is the best there is. She is concerned about tackling an issue before it becomes an issue.
Dr. Cao is very efficient in getting through all my concerns and making sure she addresses all of them. I appreciate how proactive she is when it comes to addressing new concerns.
I have recommended Dr. Cao to many people
Dr Cao is the very best!So kind, so knowledgeable. Easy to share my concerns.Always feel confortable.
Dr Cao is top notch. I trust her and feel very comfortable under her care.
Very quick response, very good experience
Dr Cao One of the best
Dr. Cao is very caring.
Dr. Cao is the best. I can talk to her about anything. She listens, makes suggestions, asks questions, just simply the best.
Love Dr Cao!
Dr. Cao is awesome! The visit was throrough, and a pleasure. I feel lucky to have her as my PCP.
Echo is always helpful and has a caring attitude.Dr. Cao is always concerned about my wellbeing and health. She always looks for alternatives that would help me. I appreciate her personality that motivates me to take better care of my health.
Dr. Cao is excellent and I tell everyone that will listen
Dr. Cao is outstanding. She accurately diagnosed my [...] and immediately put me on a path to recovery. I am most grateful!
I have been a patient of Dr Cao's for many yrs-she's great!
I especially appreciate Dr Cao keeping in mind, herbal and alternative suggestions too.
Dr Cao is a excellent doctor. I can fell she cares patient's health. It's most important to me. She discussed with me and didn't push me in hurry. I'm so appreciated. I feel lucky to be her patient.
Dr. Cao is an awesome physicianI hope she stays at UW for a long time
About Yunyu Cao
Yunyu Cao, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician. Dr. Cao's clinical interests include geriatrics, preventive care and women's health.
Dr. Cao believes that communication and listening provide the foundation on which excellent care is built. She strongly encourages healthy lifestyles and the prevention of disease. Being an internist provides her a wonderful opportunity to educate her patients as well as treat them for a variety of medical problems.
Dr. Cao grew up in China and received advanced education there, in France and in the United States.
Personal Interests
Dr. Cao enjoys traveling, hiking, photography and cooking.
Education and Training
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Pierre & Marie Curie UniversityMedical Education, 1999Pierre & Marie Curie UniversityMedical education, 1998Shanghai Second Medical UniversityMedical education, 1994Virginia Mason Medical CenterResidency, General Internal MedicineVirginia Mason Medical CenterInternship, General Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine, 2017, American Board of Internal Medicine