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Francis Yao

MD

Gastroenterologist
Medical Director, Liver Transplant Program

Dr. Francis Yao is a gastroenterologist who serves as medical director of the UCSF Liver Transplant Program. He also directs the UCSF Liver Transplant Outreach and Community Liaison Program.

In his research, Yao is interested in liver cancer treatment, particularly as related to liver transplants. He has contributed to important publications in this area. His other research interests include hepatitis B infection and outcomes for patients undergoing liver transplantation.

  • Education

    Albert Einstein College of Medicine, 1987

  • Residencies

    Stanford Hospital and Clinics, Internal Medicine, 1990

  • Fellowships

    Stanford Hospital and Clinics, Gastroenterology, 1993

  • Academic Title

    Professor

  • Languages

    Cantonese

    Mandarin

Where I see patients (5)

    My work

    Promoting liver health in Asian Americans

    As co-founder of the Asian Liver Health Center, Dr. Yao shares his approach to preventing and treating liver disease and cancer among Asian Americans.

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    407 Ratings
    About our process
    Sep 02, 2024
    Great visit
    Sep 02, 2024
    A very good doctor, in fact the best doctor, who cares and listens attentively to my questions and give good advices.
    Aug 28, 2024
    Dr. Yao is wonderful. He listens and discusses any future appointments or tests needed.
    Aug 28, 2024
    Dr. Yao is the BEST!! I highly respect him for exceptional care.
    Aug 22, 2024
    I'm honored to have Dr Yao
    Aug 13, 2024
    Dr. Yao always listened and patiently answered my questions. He exhibited interest in my prognosis and let me know what to watch for and gave me direct access to him if needed.
    Aug 09, 2024
    He simply is the best! Very fortunate to have him as my care provider. He made me feel very taken care of.
    Aug 05, 2024
    Provider is courteous and knowledgeable.
    Aug 04, 2024
    Dr. Yao is an excellent doctor
    Jun 22, 2024
    Dr Yao is outstanding in every aspect of care.
    Jun 05, 2024
    Dr Yao is Great Dr. Good listener always try's to explain so I can understand and doesn't make Me feel rushed
    Jun 01, 2024
    Good
    May 11, 2024
    Dr Yao is a wonderful doctor,I am very lucky he is my doctor.
    May 01, 2024
    Exceptional and caring doctor who really listens to everything and respectfully answers all my questions.
    Apr 28, 2024
    I am Dr Yao patient for over 20 plus years He is a excellent Dr. Will stay with him for a long time
    Apr 16, 2024
    EXCELLENT. I have been working w/dr. Yao & team for 4 years. Best care I have ever received.So much more than "VERY GOOD".
    Apr 02, 2024
    Dr.Yao has always been amazing with caring and following my condition. I am very confident with his knowledge and advice.
    Mar 30, 2024
    Dr. Yao is an excellent provider and I am very grateful that he is mine. I would recommend him in a heartbeat!
    Mar 24, 2024
    Felt like my concerns were addressed and listened to.
    Mar 13, 2024
    Good
    Dec 22, 2023
    Dr Yao is outstanding. He is personable, patient, available and knowledgeable.
    Dec 12, 2023
    Dr. Yao is fabulous, and I am very grateful that he is my health care provider.
    Dec 06, 2023
    Dr. Yao is amazing. Answered all my questions and spent time explaning things to me. So kind.
    Dec 04, 2023
    Since referred to Dr Yoa his bedside manner and professionalism in his field is exemplary.i am so fortunate to be under his care.
    Nov 02, 2023
    Always takes the time to answer my concerns. I find that very comforting with the diagnosis I've been given.
    Nov 02, 2023
    Excellent
    Nov 01, 2023
    Great experience!! Dr. Yao and UCSF are the best.
    Oct 19, 2023
    The doctor is very nice and kind, the process is very careful and professional, and the patient is cared for. I felt at ease after seeing the doctor.
    Sep 25, 2023
    It's very disappointing and unfortunate that Blue Cross will be ending their contract with UCSF. Not sure what I can do now. I need a specialist like Dr. Yao.
    Sep 20, 2023
    Excellent professional.
    Sep 16, 2023
    Nice services and very nice workers
    Aug 29, 2023
    One of the finest doctors I've ever seen.
    Aug 17, 2023
    Reliable and peofessional
    Aug 04, 2023
    Great experience!
    Jul 30, 2023
    This appointment was not actually with Dr. Yao. But he is great.
    Jul 26, 2023
    Dr Yao is honestly the best health professional I have ever come across. He is always prepared for my visit and takes the time to listen to my questions and concerns. I appreciate his thoughtful approach to care taking the time to explain what he recommends and why. He is wonderful at educating the patient, bringing up pictures and research articles to explain his clinical reasoning. He is concerned about the person as a whole vs the pathology he is seeing the patient for. I have recommended him to many of my patients and will continue to do so!
    Jul 26, 2023
    Good experience: The care provider (Dr. Framcis Yao) was very patient listen to my concerns and provided his opinion and recommendation based on his knowledge and profound experience. I was very clear on what I need to do to deal with my concerns after my visit with Dr Yao.
    Jul 24, 2023
    Thee best provider yet!!
    Jun 20, 2023
    Cannot say enough about the provides attention to test results, ease in hearing my concerns and always willing to go up and beyond to manage my care through this very uncertain diagnosis. I am truly grateful.
    Jun 08, 2023
    Dr. Yao is an excellent doctor, and I feel very fortunate to have him as my provider.
    Jun 06, 2023
    Good
    Jun 02, 2023
    Dr. Yao is such a great doctor, he really listens to me, gives me great information and really seems to care.
    May 31, 2023
    Dr Yoa is the best! I so look forward to my in person visits as he is thorough and addresses every concern. I actually told him he can never retire. I have never experienced such a professional yet compassionate Dr with exemplary bedside manner when dealing with a patient. I owe him my journey back to good health. He's the best!
    May 31, 2023
    On point!!!
    Apr 23, 2023
    Dr. Yao has been nothing but professional and courteous. I have learned so much about my particular disease from Dr. Yao and feel well cared for. .
    Apr 10, 2023
    I am very pleased with Dr Yao and the care he provides.
    Apr 06, 2023
    I am very grateful that Dr. Yao participates in this clinic once a month for those of us who cannot get into San Francisco easily.
    Apr 01, 2023
    I am so grateful for Dr. Yao's expertise and feel very lucky that he is the one providing my care. He is excellent!
    Mar 25, 2023
    Dr. Yao is an amazing soul
    Mar 24, 2023
    DR Yao was very professional and prepared. He spoke to me In a way that was easy to understand and was very kind.He had a plan to address my problem and I felt confident In his approach. Dr.Yao Is a wonderful complement to U.C. S.F., I feel very fortunate to get In to see him.
    Mar 23, 2023
    Dr Yao is the best. He is a very caring doctor
    Mar 04, 2023
    I have been seeing Dr Yao for an extended period for an unusual health issue. He is compassionate, clear in his instructions and provides excellent guidance about drug interactions
    Mar 01, 2023
    Dr. Yao is awesome! So kind, friendly, caring. He listens.
    Feb 23, 2023
    Outstanding doctor! Dr Yao
    Feb 23, 2023
    Dr. Yao is always extremely professional, caring and friendly.
    Feb 09, 2023
    Memetic my expectation
    Feb 02, 2023
    Very satisfied with visit. Please start a PBC study.
    Jan 28, 2023
    Always has the best service
    Jan 26, 2023
    Dr. Yao is very good at providing the information needed.
    Dec 18, 2022
    Thorough, good listener, compassionate
    Nov 27, 2022
    Dr Yao is incredible!! Everyone I've ever dealt with at UCSF is incredible! When is speak either people about how patients are treated I always say that you have a completely different culture. Even the janitors are incredibly kind and considerate.
    Nov 23, 2022
    Dr Yoa is the best! He saved my life and I am forever grateful. I have been with him 5 years and he's definitely a fantastic people person Dr. He remembers past interactions and always answers your questions directly. I have too many accolades about him; his mannerisms, knowledge and caring.

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