Dr. Siegrid S. Yu
Overview
Dr. Siegrid Yu is a dermatologic surgeon who specializes in Mohs micrographic surgery (a precise technique for removing skin cancer while sparing healthy tissue) and surgical reconstruction for skin cancer. She also has expertise in laser surgery; rejuvenation of aging skin, including use of Botox injections and soft tissue fillers, and treatments for visible leg veins; and cosmetic treatment of Asian skin. In her research, Yu investigates Merkel cell carcinoma and other skin cancers as well as skin cancer in immunosuppressed patients. Her research honors include the Clinical Career Development Award in Dermatologic Surgery from the Dermatology Foundation. Yu earned her medical degree at the University of Washington. She completed a residency in internal medicine at Stanford Medicine, where she served as chief resident. She completed a residency in dermatology at UCSF, where she also was chief resident, and a fellowship in Mohs surgery and procedural dermatology at UCSF. Yu is a member of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) and has received an ASDS Cutting Edge Research Grant. She also is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American College of Mohs Surgery and American Medical Association. She serves as director of UCSF’s fellowship program in procedural dermatology.
Dr. Yu is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, and Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC).
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 63 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1701 Divisadero St., San Francisco, CA 94115
1600 Divisadero St., Third Floor, San Francisco, CA 94115
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. Siegrid S. Yu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Siegrid S. Yu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Siegrid S. Yu by calling their office at 415-353-7878. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Siegrid S. Yu a top-rated expert for Merkel Cell Carcinoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Siegrid S. Yu is classified as an Elite expert for Merkel Cell Carcinoma, 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. Siegrid S. Yu specialize in?
While Dr. Siegrid S. Yu is a Dermatology, they have specific expertise in Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, and Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Dermatology.
Does Dr. Siegrid S. Yu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Siegrid S. Yu has published 63 articles and abstracts on conditions like Merkel Cell Carcinoma. You can view a list of Dr. Siegrid S. Yu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Siegrid S. Yu accept my insurance?
Dr. Siegrid S. Yu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-7878 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
- Elite
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma
- Distinguished
- Basal Cell Skin CancerDr. Yu isDistinguished. Learn about Basal Cell Skin Cancer.
- Squamous Cell Skin CarcinomaDr. Yu isDistinguished. Learn about Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.
- Advanced
- Actinic KeratosisDr. Yu isAdvanced. Learn about Actinic Keratosis.
- Bowen's DiseaseDr. Yu isAdvanced. Learn about Bowen's Disease.
- Extramammary Paget Disease
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
- Experienced
- 2q37 Deletion SyndromeDr. Yu isExperienced. Learn about 2q37 Deletion Syndrome.
- Aase SyndromeDr. Yu isExperienced. Learn about Aase Syndrome.
- Abruzzo-Erickson SyndromeDr. Yu isExperienced. Learn about Abruzzo-Erickson Syndrome.
- Acrodermatitis EnteropathicaDr. Yu isExperienced. Learn about Acrodermatitis Enteropathica.
- Acrorenal Mandibular SyndromeDr. Yu isExperienced. Learn about Acrorenal Mandibular Syndrome.
- AcrospiromaDr. Yu isExperienced. Learn about Acrospiroma.