Dr. Yao Yu treats head and neck cancers and central nervous system diseases at MSK in New York City, using proton therapy and precise radiation to spare healthy tissue and protect your quality of life.
If you have just been diagnosed, Dr. Yu makes it his first priority to help you understand exactly what your radiation treatment is meant to accomplish, and whether advanced options like proton therapy or a clinical trial are right for you. Working closely with your full MSK care team, he clears away the uncertainty and makes sure you feel looked after every single day of your treatment.
Request an appointment with Dr. Yu by calling 646-586-2327 or online.
Before I became a physician, I studied electrical engineering. That may seem surprising, but I was inspired by the idea that science and technology could make cancer treatment more precise, with fewer side effects and easier on my patients.
Hi, I'm Dr. Yao Yu, a radiation oncologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. I treat people with head and neck cancers and diseases of the central nervous system. I also lead the radiation program for leptomeningeal disease, which is cancer that has spread to the fluid around the brain and spine. I work closely with the rest of your care team, so your radiation treatment fits into your overall plan and gives you the best results possible.
Every person's situation is different. One of my first priorities is helping you understand what radiation is intended to accomplish in your case. We’ll also discuss whether proton therapy or a clinical trial may be good options for you. Proton therapy is extremely precise and can help limit where the radiation goes, sparing the healthy tissue and minimizing side effects.
A crucial part of my job is helping you through treatment, not just planning it. I’m here to clear away the uncertainty and make sure you feel looked after every single day.