Yinn Cher Ooi, MD
A member of Texas Health Physicians Group
Yinn Cher Ooi, MD
Neurosurgery
Vascular Surgery
Spine Surgery
Ste 500
Fort Worth, TX 76104-7304
About Me
Specialties
Neurosurgery
Vascular Surgery
Spine Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
Texas Health Arlington Memorial
Texas Health Fort Worth
Texas Health Specialty Hospital
Gender
M
Languages
Chinese
Mandarin
English
Education
UCLA Devid Geffen School of Medicine - Department of Neurological Surgery - Fellowship - 2020
UCLA Devid Geffen School of Medicine - Department of Neurological Surgery - Residency - 2018
Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, China - Fellowship - 2018
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine - Department of Surgery - Internship - 2012
Thomas Jefferson University Office of the Registrar - Medical Education - 2011
Bio
Dr. Yinn Cher Ooi is a skilled surgeon, teacher and researcher in the area of neurosurgery. He came to the United States in 2009 from his native Malaysia to complete his medical education with distinction. Since that time, he has led quality improvement initiatives in cerebral revascularization and spine surgery. He also has pioneered the transition of neuroendovascular procedures from a primary femoral approach to the less intrusive radial approach. His research includes studies involving acute ischemic stroke treatment and mechanical thrombectomy in moderate/distal vessel occlusions.
Dr. Ooi is a neurosurgeon with dual fellowship training in vascular and endovascular neurosurgery. He earned his medical degree Cum Laude at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, Pa. He completed his general surgery internship, neurosurgery residency and endovascular neurosurgery fellowship at the University of California - Los Angeles. He also completed his fellowship in open vascular neurosurgery at Second Affiliate Hospital of Zhejiang University in Hang Zhou, China.
Dr. Ooi’s special clinical interests include complex open cerebrovascular surgery, minimally invasive endovascular neurosurgery, and cerebral revascularization surgery for stroke prevention and treatment. He is a member of the American Heart Association and Congress of Neurological Surgeons.
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4.7 out of 5 (58 Ratings, 21 Comments)
Nov 2025This was a very informative and educational visit.Nov 2025Great experience; arrived nervous and left peaceful.Nov 2025Dr Ooi was great! Very informative and explained in an easy, relatable manor.Nov 2025DR Ooi and his staff are amazing.Nov 2025Dr Ooi communicates in a way that is easy to understand. He is very personable.Oct 2025Probably the nicest staff of any office I've ever been to.Oct 2025Takes time to explain everything & breaks it down in a way that is easy to understand. Super informative, very easy to talk to & made me feel at ease.Oct 2025Fantastic experience with everyone involved being so genuine. […] Dr. Ooi work as 1 unit and have incredible bedside manners as well as experts in their respective field.Oct 2025This was my first time visiting Dr Ooi and everyone was very helpful and I was informed about results in a detailed explanation that I was able to comprehend.Oct 2025My anxiety level about my condition was lowered after visiting with Dr.OoiSep 2025Dr. Ooi and his staff do an excellent job.Sep 2025Seeing as how I am a nurse, bedside manner is of the upmost importance for me. Dr. Ooi has the absolute best bedside manner. We appreciated the fact that he was our main provider. He spent the most time with us regarding our son. We had many questions, and Dr.Ooi addressed every single one as if time wasn't an issue. He even took the time to upload a CT scan, take a look at it and tell us what he saw. He was kind, caring and very attentive. I am so thankful our son's neurologist referred us to him.Sep 2025Very organized and listen to each other. Amazing teamwork.Sep 2025I could not ask for a better team. They listen and answer all questions. They have compassion and make sure you are comfortable.Sep 2025GoodSep 2025GoodAug 2025Wonderful doctorAug 2025Very pleasant experienceAug 2025Amazing Team work. Wonderful, caring teamAug 2025Excellent Team work! BEST Doctor. Extremely smart, caring, knowledgeable, informative. Fantastic experience Love this DoctorAug 2025Dr. Ooi and his staff are amazing! I feel so comfortable and safe in their hands! The hospital staff is also incredible, kind, attentive and kind felt at ease