Dr. Frederick Yao Yap, MD

Dr. Frederick Yap is a geriatric medicine specialist with nearly four decades of experience caring for older adults. He earned his medical degree from the University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed his residency training at St. Louis University Hospital. With 39 years of practice, Dr. Yap has developed extensive expertise in managing the complex health needs of elderly patients. He provides care in English to ensure clear communication with his patients and their families.

Dr. Yap practices at Jefferson Barracks Division in Saint Louis, Missouri, where he focuses on treating common conditions affecting seniors. He has particular experience managing type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease in older adults. Dr. Yap also cares for patients with heart failure, helping them maintain their quality of life through comprehensive treatment approaches. Patients consistently rate their experience with him highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.