Dr. Katharine Yao MD
Surgeon
2650 Ridge Ave Northshore Universit Evanston IL, 60201About
Dr. Katharine Yao is a general surgeon practicing in Evanston, IL. Dr. Yao specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Yao provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine 1994
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Gynecomastia
- Melanoma
- Skin Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Pain
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