Kay T. Yeung, MD, PhD is a board-certified medical oncologist and associate professor of medicine specializing in the treatment of breast cancer. With expertise in various therapies, including endocrine anti-estrogen therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy, Dr. Yeung offers comprehensive and personalized treatment options. She is part of the Comprehensive Breast Health Center at UC San Diego Health, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide highly specialized care. In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Yeung is actively involved in breast cancer research, focusing on understanding breast tumor dormancy and molecular profiling of circulating tumor cells.
As a physician-scientist, Dr. Yeung has published her work in reputable scientific journals and teaches medical students, residents, and fellows at UC San Diego School of Medicine. She completed her medical degree and doctorate in pharmacology at New York University School of Medicine, followed by residency and fellowship training at UC San Diego School of Medicine. Dr. Yeung is board certified in internal medicine and medical oncology and is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Hematology, and the American Association for Cancer Research. Outside of her medical practice, she enjoys playing tennis and biking, and she is fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin.
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