Summary

Dr. Richard Yu is a board-certified oncologist and surgical oncologist with 28 years of experience treating cancer patients. He earned his medical degree and PhD from Northwestern University Medical School, establishing a strong foundation in both clinical practice and research. Dr. Yu completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine in 2007, followed by a fellowship at Boston Children's Hospital in 2010, where he specialized in pediatric surgical oncology. He provides care in English to patients and their families.

Dr. Yu practices at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and maintains affiliations with Boston Children's Hospital, both located in Boston, Massachusetts. His expertise includes treating conditions such as paraphimosis, phimosis, and fetal hydronephrosis. He performs specialized procedures including circumcision for patients of various ages, from older boys to adults, demonstrating his comprehensive approach to urological care. Patients rate Dr. Yu 4.5 out of 5 stars for his compassionate and skilled medical care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 28 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Boston Children's Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Richard N. Yu has 2 locations

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215

Department of Urology

300 Longwood AveBoston, MA 02115
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English
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Med School: Northwestern University Medical School Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard N. Yu

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • CDPHP
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Options
  • ConnectiCare
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • HealthPartners
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Richard N. Yu has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Richard N. Yu has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Bladder Issues
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Stones
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatitis
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Urologic Emergencies

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Richard N. Yu holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Boston Children's Hospital in 2010.

Residency

Completed their residency at Baylor College of Medicine in 2007.

Medical School

Graduated from Northwestern University Medical School in 2001 and Northwestern University, PhD (Graduate School) in 1998.

NPI Number

Richard N. Yu's NPI number is 1043386808.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Richard Yu's office located?
Richard Yu's office is located at 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215.
Which hospitals is Richard Yu affiliated with?
Richard Yu is affiliated with Boston Childrens Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Yu?
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Does Richard Yu accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Richard Yu accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Richard Yu accepting new patients?
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