Alex Yuan, MD, PhD
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Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration
- Retinal Disorders
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Appointed
2012
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Vitreoretinal Surgery
Cleveland,
OH USA
2012
Residency - Jules Stein Eye Institute, University of California School of Medicine
Ophthalmology
Los Angeles,
CA USA
2010
Internship - Forest Park Hospital
Transitional Year
St. Louis,
MO USA
2005
Medical Education - Washington University School of Medicine
MD/PhD Neurosciences
St. Louis,
MO USA
2004
Undergraduate - Cornell University
Ithaca,
NY USA
1995
Certifications
- Ophthalmology
Specialty Interests
Regenerative and stem cell therapy, cell-based therapy, gene and drug delivery
Awards & Honors
- Cole Eye Fellow Teaching Award 2012
- Cole Eye Fellow Research Award 2012
- Heed Fellowship Award 2010
- Nesburn Research Award 2010
- UCLA Excellence in Research Award 2007
- Co-investigator NIH R21 Grant 2007
- Oppenheimer Family Foundation Grant 2007
- William Ellis Vision Research Prize 2004
- Spencer T. and Ann W. Olin Fellowship 2003
Research & Publications
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135 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.
| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Listens | 4.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Knows Medical History | 4.4 | |
| Time Spent with Patient | 4.5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
12 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Jul 25, 2019
very good visit. He answered all my questions and was very compassionate. I appreciate that in a doctor.
Reviewed on Jul 2, 2019
very good .dr is very friendly and helpful d
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2019
What can I say...Dr. Yuan saved my eyesight TWICE (once in each eye for different conditions!!)!!
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2019
Although hard to make follow-ups, Dr. Yuan is one of the best eye surgeons around!
Reviewed on Jun 6, 2019
Very good experience with *Dr. Yuan and all the team of employees.
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2019
Dr. Yuan is extremely knowledgeable, caring and informed. He has improved my eyesight considerably. Would highly recommend him.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2019
Dr Yuan, like all of the doctors I have met at the Clinic, do an excellent job of making me feel that I am important to them.
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2019
My experience with Dr.Yuan was extremely positive and helpful.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2019
A 86 year old woman should not be expected to wait 2-4 hours to be seen by the doctor. Also you should let the patients know that it will take this long so they can be prepared. It was really upsetting to hear that the appointment was going to take that long after arriving.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2019
I had a very good experience with Dr. Yuan. Everything was explained to me. Doctor took his time with me. I felt completely informed and satisfied with my treatment.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2019
Dr. Alex Yuan seems to be very person oriented. Since I had concerns about my situation, Dr. Yuan personally called me during an evening and took approximately 35 to 45 minutes with me on the telephone answering concerns and alleviating my personal stress. He seems to be very concerned about person centered care and doctor patient relationship.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2019
had a good appointment with Dr. Yukon. very friendly and answered all questions.