
Overview
Alan Yan, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating foot and ankle conditions. His focus areas include: Using 3D printing technology, Alan performs minimally invasive and open surgeries for foot and ankle specialty care. Dr. Yan is also an assistant professor of orthopedic surgery at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine. Speaks: Chinese, English.
Dr. Yan is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achilles Tendon Rupture, Plantar Fasciitis, and Osteotomy.
Dr. Yan is board certified in American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Yan is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
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Accepted insurance plans:
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Locations
1508 W. 22nd St., Sioux Falls, SD 57105
1210 W. 18th St., Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alan Y. Yan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alan Y. Yan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alan Y. Yan by calling their office at 605-328-2601. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alan Y. Yan a top-rated expert for Osteotomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alan Y. Yan is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteotomy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alan Y. Yan specialize in?
While Dr. Alan Y. Yan is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Osteotomy, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Plantar Fasciitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Alan Y. Yan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alan Y. Yan has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteotomy. You can view a list of Dr. Alan Y. Yan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alan Y. Yan accept my insurance?
Dr. Alan Y. Yan accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 605-328-2601 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- OsteotomyDr. Yan isAdvanced. Learn about Osteotomy.
- Experienced
- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Yan isExperienced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- Plantar FasciitisDr. Yan isExperienced. Learn about Plantar Fasciitis.


