Overview
Dr. Iwei Yeh is a dermatologist and a dermatopathologist, a specialist in diagnosing skin cancer and other skin disorders by analyzing samples under a microscope. With her colleagues in the Clinical Cancer Genomics Laboratory, she studies mutations in cancer to propose novel therapies for patients with advanced disease. Yeh's research focuses on understanding the genetics of melanoma to improve treatment for advanced melanoma by studying the genetic changes that occur in melanocytic tumors – which start as benign moles or birthmarks and develop into melanoma – with the goal of providing more accurate diagnoses and additional treatment options. After earning a bachelor's degree in biochemical sciences at Harvard College, Yeh earned her medical degree and a doctorate in biomedical informatics at Stanford University School of Medicine. She completed a residency in dermatology at the University of Washington and a fellowship in dermatopathology at UCSF.
Dr. Yeh is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Tieche-Jadassohn Nevus, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, and Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus.
Dr. Yeh is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology, Dermatopathology and American Board Of Dermatology, Dermatology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 108 peer reviewed articles.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Iwei Yeh
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Iwei Yeh?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Iwei Yeh by calling their office at 206-685-6120. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Iwei Yeh a top-rated expert for Melanoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Iwei Yeh is classified as an Distinguished expert for Melanoma, 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. Iwei Yeh specialize in?
While Dr. Iwei Yeh is a Dermatology, they have specific expertise in Melanoma, Tieche-Jadassohn Nevus, and Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Dermatology.
Does Dr. Iwei Yeh participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Iwei Yeh has published 108 articles and abstracts on conditions like Melanoma. You can view a list of Dr. Iwei Yeh's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Iwei Yeh accept my insurance?
Dr. Iwei Yeh accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-685-6120 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
- Distinguished
- MelanomaDr. Yeh isDistinguished. Learn about Melanoma.
- Tieche-Jadassohn NevusDr. Yeh isDistinguished. Learn about Tieche-Jadassohn Nevus.
- Advanced
- Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome
- Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus
- Experienced
- Actinic KeratosisDr. Yeh isExperienced. Learn about Actinic Keratosis.
- Basal Cell Skin CancerDr. Yeh isExperienced. Learn about Basal Cell Skin Cancer.
- CellulitisDr. Yeh isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Eosinophilic Pustular Folliculitis
- FolliculitisDr. Yeh isExperienced. Learn about Folliculitis.
- Hypomelanotic DisorderDr. Yeh isExperienced. Learn about Hypomelanotic Disorder.