Dr. Philip Yuan, MD
Spine Specialist
2760 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90806
At a glance
5.00 stars (5 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 62 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Emblem Health, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University of Michigan
Works at Memorial Orthopedic Surgical Group
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Neck pain and spine problems
Injection for back pain
Lower back pain
Disorders of the thoracic spine
Back and neck pain treatment without fusion
Spinal fusion
Neck pain and spine problems
Injection for back pain
Lower back pain
Disorders of the thoracic spine
More about Dr. Philip Yuan, MD
Specializing in the treatment of Degenerative and Traumatic Spinal Disorders, Adult Spinal Deformities, and Osteoporotic Compression Fractures.
Dr. Yuan was born and raised in Syracuse, New York. He earned a B.S. degree with distinction in Biochemistry in 1993 from Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, and qualified as a Howard Hughes Scholar.
Dr. Yuan earned his Doctor of Medicine degree in 1997 from the University of Michigan Medical School. During medical school he co-authored his first of many subsequent articles, and that first paper was published in Spine.
Dr. Yuan came to the West Coast for both his Internship in General Surgery and his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of California San Diego. In 2003 he was offered the prestigious Spine Surgery Fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University and the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He and his wife returned to the East for this study period, and during this time he published several research articles and book chapters and made presentations at both national and international orthopaedic conferences.
He and his wife decided to settle down in Southern California and pursue his professional career as a member of Memorial Orthopaedic Surgical Group. Dr. Yuan, outside of medicine, enjoys spending time with his wife, family, and friends as well as playing tennis, golf, snowboarding, weightlifting, and traveling.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - University of Michigan
Cornell University (Bachelor's)
University of California, San Diego (Internship)
Thomas Jefferson University, Fellowship in Spine Surgery
University of California, San Diego, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
Practice
Memorial Orthopedic Surgical Group
Affiliation
MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center
Professional memberships
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
North American Spine Society
California Orthopaedic Association
The International Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery
Awards and publications
Course Instructor, University of Michigan Medical School
Patent Owner of US 7,175,629 B2 - Extractable Filler for Inserting Medicine into Vertebral Body
Patent Owner of European 05794205.4-1257 - US2005031356 - Device and Method for Distraction of the Spine Disc Space
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1821077595
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.60
Bedside manner
4.80
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5 reviews
Most relevant
I felt that I had actual someone that really was ready to help me
February 13, 2012Brad M.Verified patient
Good doctor
April 8, 2012Gergely N.Verified patient
informative and we have a plan which is a plus!
November 22, 2011LL
Great
November 22, 2011WJ
Great
November 22, 2011JW
Which hospital is Dr. Philip Yuan affiliated with?
Dr. Philip Yuan is affiliated with MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Philip Yuan work with?
Dr. Philip Yuan works with Memorial Orthopedic Surgical Group.
Where is Dr. Philip Yuan's office located?
Dr. Philip Yuan's office is located at 2760 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90806.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Philip Yuan?
Dr. Philip Yuan frequently sees patients for Hand Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, Spine Deformation / Scoliosis , Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Philip Yuan on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Philip Yuan speak?
Dr. Philip Yuan speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Philip Yuan in reviews?
5 patients have reviewed Dr. Philip Yuan. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 4.8/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.6/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.