Overview
Helena Yu is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in San Diego, California. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), and Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP).
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
3010 Childrens Way, San Diego, CA 92123
3020 Childrens Way, San Diego, CA 92123
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Yu has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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. Helena Yu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Helena Yu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Helena Yu by calling their office at 858-966-5811. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Helena Yu a top-rated expert for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Helena Yu is classified as an Experienced expert for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), 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. Helena Yu specialize in?
While Dr. Helena Yu is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), and Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Helena Yu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Helena Yu has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). You can view a list of Dr. Helena Yu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Helena Yu accept my insurance?
Dr. Helena Yu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 858-966-5811 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
- Experienced
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)