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4.76
Average wait time
4.69
Bedside manner
4.90
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91% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
96% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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“Dr. Yao truly listens; he is thorough and helpful. His staff is friendly and efficient. I couldn’t ask for a better experience!�?
Alex H.Less than 6 months ago
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Tufts MC Community Care - Malden PCP
578 Main Street, Malden, MA 02148
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Highly recommended
91% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
96% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
New patient appointments
Appointments available for new patients on Zocdoc
Overall rating
4.76
Recent reviews
Dr. Yao truly listens; he is thorough and helpful. His staff is friendly and efficient. I couldn’t ask for a better experience!
Dr. Yao truly listens; he is thorough and helpful. His staff is friendly and efficient. I couldn’t ask for a better experience!
Alex H.Less than 6 months ago
Very nice and professional; good listener who attended to each of my concerns. Would happily recommend him to someone else.
Very nice and professional; good listener who attended to each of my concerns. Would happily recommend him to someone else.
Chris C.January 22, 2021
About Dr. Yuan Yao
Board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, Dr. Yuan Yao is a compassionate family physician and primary care doctor. He attended Tufts University, where he received his medical degree. He then completed an internship at the University of Rochester Medical Center. He also completed his residency at the University of Rochester.
Located in Wakefield and Malden, MA, Dr. Yao brings his expertise to his role at Tufts Medical Center Community Care. He is affiliated to Melrose-Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Dr. Yao believes in enhanced healthcare and the latest treatment methods. He makes sure that the patients leave the practice satisfied with thorough care.
Dr. Yao is bilingual and speaks English as well as Mandarin. Patients visit him for a myriad of reasons, such as eczema, pneumonia, sore throat, urinary tract infections, and incontinence. He has a comprehensive approach to patient care and carefully considers all aspects of his patient’s health in the interest of properly diagnosing and treating his patients.
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Office location
Education and background
Specialties
- Family Physician
- Primary Care Doctor
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Melrose-Wakefield Hospital
- Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Board certifications
- American Board of Family Medicine
Education and training
- Medical School - Tufts University, Doctor of Medicine
- University of Rochester (Residency)
- University of Rochester Medical Center (Internship)
Languages spoken
- English
- Chinese (Mandarin)
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1992151179
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
4.76
Wait time
4.69
Bedside manner
4.90
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Very nice and professional; good listener who attended to each of my concerns. Would happily recommend him to someone else.
January 22, 2021Chris C.Verified patient
He was very polite and attentive to my needs, made me feel heard and explained things clearly
April 14, 2021Shanta S.Verified patient
He was very nice and friendly, he solved all the issues and answered my questions.
More than 1 year agoAT
Very thorough. Dr. Yao is very professional and knowledgable.
More than 1 year agoLK
Informative, efficient, and non-judgmental!
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Dr. Yao truly listens; he is thorough and helpful. His staff is friendly and efficient. I couldn’t ask for a better experience!
Less than 6 months agoAlex H.Verified patient
Really friendly and professional!
December 21, 2020Jana H.Verified patient
Nice new & clean facility and appointment ran on time. Doctor Yao is easy to speak with and the phlebotomist comes right to your exam room to do bloodwork.
September 14, 2020Peter D.Verified patient
He was being patient and professional
February 14, 2020Bingbing L.Verified patient
My doctor's visit was great! Dr. Yao was very through. Dr. Yao explained everything to me, went over my chart. I am happy to see Dr. Yao at anytime. Very professional. Ty.
More than 1 year agoMD
Good. Questions answered.
More than 1 year agoCK
Very good.
More than 1 year agoGC
It was helpful!
More than 1 year agoJJ
Good. Helpful.
More than 1 year agoDK
The office said it opens at 8, but I couldn't get through until 8:30. (not sure if there is an issue with the phone system. He was wonderful. Very personable, professional and thorough.
More than 1 year agoCF
Awesome. Explained everything in great deal.
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Which hospital is Dr. Yuan Yao affiliated with?
Dr. Yuan Yao is affiliated with Melrose-Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Yuan Yao work with?
Dr. Yuan Yao works with Tufts MC Community Care - Malden PCP.
Where is Dr. Yuan Yao's office located?
Dr. Yuan Yao's office is located at 578 Main Street, Malden, MA 02148.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yuan Yao have?
Dr. Yuan Yao is certified by American Board of Family Medicine.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Yuan Yao?
Dr. Yuan Yao frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, Hearing Problems, Illness, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Yuan Yao on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Yuan Yao speak?
Dr. Yuan Yao speaks English and Chinese (Mandarin).
How do patients rate Dr. Yuan Yao in reviews?
67 patients have reviewed Dr. Yuan Yao. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.76/5. They have a 4.90/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.69/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.