Summary

Dr. Linwah Yip is a surgeon who specializes in surgical care with 27 years of experience in the field. They earned their medical degree from the University of Chicago Division of Biological Sciences Pritzker School of Medicine. Dr. Yip provides care in English for patients throughout the Pittsburgh area.

Dr. Yip practices at multiple UPMC locations across Pittsburgh, including UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Mercy, and UPMC Shadyside. They focus on treating conditions such as parathyroid disease, overactive parathyroid glands, and thyroid nodules. Their surgical expertise includes performing comprehensive blood work and metabolic testing to help diagnose and monitor patient health. Patients have given Dr. Yip an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 27 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 22 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 7 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Linwah Yip, MD has 2 locations

Linwah Yip, MD

100 Delafield RdPittsburgh, PA 15215

Linwah Yip, MD

3601 Fifth AvePittsburgh, PA 15213

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4.3 
27 Years of Experience 2 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, German
Pittsburgh , PACleveland , OHPittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PA
Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: Kurnool Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Linwah Yip, MD

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicare
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Linwah Yip, MD has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Linwah Yip, MD has the following 22 areas of expertise

  • Adrenal Cortex Cancer
  • Adrenal Cortex Diseases
  • Adrenal Cortex Tumor (Adrenocortical Carcinoma)
  • Adrenal Gland Cancer
  • Adrenal Gland Diseases
  • Cancer
  • Endocrine Surgical Procedures (Endocrine Surgery)
  • Goiter (Thyroid Swelling)
  • Graves Disease (Thyroid Eye Disease)
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Hyperaldosteronism
  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Lymph Node Excision (Lymph node removal)
  • Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
  • Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1
  • Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 2a
  • Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 2b
  • Nodular Goiter (Thyroid Swelling)
  • Pheochromocytoma
  • Primary Hyperparathyroidism
  • Thyroid Cancer (Papillary Carcinoma)

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Dr. Linwah Yip, MD holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Yip, MD's NPI number is 1457463952.

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Where is Dr. Linwah Yip, MD's office located?
Dr. Linwah Yip, MD's office is located at 100 Delafield Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15215.
What languages does Dr. Linwah Yip, MD speak?
Dr. Linwah Yip, MD speaks English.

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