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Dr. Ruofan Yao

Gynecology

United States

13 years of experience

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Area of expertise

Specialty

Gynecology

Subspecialty

Obstetrics and Gynecology, Maternal-fetal Medicine

Diseases

Heart Failure, Asthma, Hypertension, Congenital Heart Defects, Obesity, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Diabetes, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Preeclampsia, Seizures, Fetal Growth Restriction, Neural Tube Defects, Omphalocele, Gastroschisis, Multiple Birth, Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Placenta Accreta, Preterm Labor

Procedures Performed

Amniocentesis

Cesarean Hysterectomy

Sonography Fetal Assessment

Ex Utero Intrapartum Treatment Procedure (EXIT procedure)

Experience

Section Chief, Maternal Fetal Medicine, a Loma Linda University

Loma Linda, CA, United States. From 2023

Associate Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, a Loma Linda University

Loma Linda, CA, United States. From 2022

Physician, Maternal Fetal Medicine, a Loma Linda University

Loma Linda, CA, United States. From 2018

Physician, Maternal Fetal Medicine, a Riverside University Health System Medical Center

Moreno Valley, CA, United States. From 2018

Assistant Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, a Loma Linda University

Loma Linda, CA, United States. 2018 - 2022

Physician, Obstetrics and Gynecology, a UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center

Glen Burnie, MD, United States. 2016 - 2018

Fellow, Maternal–fetal Medicine, a University of Maryland School of Medicine

Baltimore, MD, United States. 2015 - 2018

Resident, Obstetrics and Gynecology, a Drexel University College of Medicine

Philadelphia, PA, United States. 2011 - 2015

Education

MD, St George’s University School of Medicine, Grenada, WI, United States

2011

MPH, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, United States

2007

BS, Biochemistry, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, United States

2006

Biography

Dr. Ruofan Yao's professional journey is marked by significant achievements and contributions to the field of Maternal-Fetal Medicine. Dr. Yao's educational path includes a Medical Doctorate (MD) from St. George's University School of Medicine, complemented by an MPH from Dartmouth College School of Medicine, and a BS in Biochemistry from the University of Washington. His dedication to MFM led him to pursue a Fellowship at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, specializing in Maternal ...Fetal Medicine. He holds board certifications in Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Yao has held key positions at Loma Linda University (LLU), progressing from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Notably, he serves as the Section Chief of Maternal Fetal Medicine at Loma Linda University. He's actively involved in academic and administrative activities, demonstrating leadership as the MFM Section Director, Faculty Education Director, and Medical Director for the Center for Obstetrical Management of Placenta Accreta Spectrum (COMPAS). Under his guidance, LLU's resident research curriculum has thrived, resulting in increased national presentations, peer-reviewed publications, and fellowship interest. At Loma Linda University Children's Hospital, Dr. Yao contributes to enhancing patient safety and quality as a member of the Safety and Quality Review Board. He's also an esteemed member of professional organizations, including the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Throughout his career, Dr. Yao has received numerous accolades, such as the ACOG National Faculty Award for Excellence in Resident Education and recognition for his research contributions. Dr. Yao has shared his expertise in the book chapter "Trauma in Pregnancy," featured in the 4th edition of "Operative Obstetrics." Dr. Ruofan Yao's commitment to education, research, and patient care in Maternal-Fetal Medicine exemplifies his dedication to advancing the field and ensuring the well-being of expectant mothers and their babies.

Affiliations

Member, Society of Maternal Fetal Medicine

Fellow, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

Awards

ACOG National Faculty Award

2020

AAGL Best Laparoscopic Surgeon Award

2015

Publications

Dr. Ruofan Yao has more than 30 publications

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