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Overview

Philosophy of care | I will provide care for you that reflects a skillful application of medical knowledge, a relationship based on mutual respect, and an appreciation for how illnesses can affect daily life. | Why I entered medicine | I entered the medical field to help you, your family and our community. | Community involvement | I’ve volunteered at various shelters and health clinics. | Personal interests | Outside of work, I spend time with my family and enjoying the outdoors.

Dr. Yoo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Endoscopy. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Endoscopy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 3 articles in the study of Endoscopy.

Graduate Institution

Temple University School Of Medicine, Doctor Of Medicine (MD), 2014

Residency

Internal Medicine, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA- 2017

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA- 2020

Hospital Affiliations

Lehigh Valley Hospital
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Partners Plans
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
HMSA
  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
MetroPlus Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Northeast Gastroenterology Center, Inc./Greater Hazleton Gastroenterology, PC
10 Park Place, Hazle Township, PA 18202

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Yoo 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.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

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. Joseph J. Yoo

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph J. Yoo?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph J. Yoo by calling their office at 570-454-1400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Joseph J. Yoo a top-rated expert for Barrett Esophagus?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph J. Yoo is classified as an Distinguished expert for Barrett Esophagus, 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. Joseph J. Yoo specialize in?

While Dr. Joseph J. Yoo is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Barrett Esophagus, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Gardner Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Joseph J. Yoo participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Joseph J. Yoo has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Barrett Esophagus. You can view a list of Dr. Joseph J. Yoo's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Joseph J. Yoo accept my insurance?

Dr. Joseph J. Yoo accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 570-454-1400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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