Yinn Cher Ooi, MD
A member of Texas Health Physicians Group
Yinn Cher Ooi, MD
Neurological Surgery
Spine Surgery
Offers Video Visits
Texas Health Neurosurgery and Spine Specialists 800 5th Avenue,
Ste 500
Fort Worth, TX 76104-7304
Ste 500
Fort Worth, TX 76104-7304
About Me
Specialties
Neurological Surgery
Spine Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
Texas Health Arlington Memorial
Texas Health Fort Worth
Texas Health Specialty Hospital
Gender
M
Age
35
Languages
Chinese
English
Education
Thomas Jefferson University Office of the Registrar - Medical Education - 2011
UCLA Devid Geffen School of Medicine - Department of Neurological Surgery - Residency - 2018
UCLA Devid Geffen School of Medicine - Department of Neurological Surgery - Fellowship - 2020
Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University - China - ship
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine - Department of Surgery - Internship - 2012
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.
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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Comments
4.8 out of 5 (77 Ratings, 17 Comments)
Mar 2023Very efficient surgeon; wonderful with patients; very caring & concernedMar 2023GREATMar 2023Dr Ooi extremely knowledgeable and explained options and treatments with my best interests in mind.Mar 2023CompassionateMar 2023Dr ooi was incredible. I felt that I was in good hands and knew I would be taken care of . Felt relieved having someone who cares so much.Mar 2023I'm very happy with everyone at this facility and know that I will be taken care of with my issues.Mar 2023Dr Ooi is truly so smart , knowledgeable about my problem. I couldn't ask for a better Dr. He is amzing in every aspect, so grateful gor himMar 2023Dr Ooi was compassionate and informative. He made me feel included in my care. While my diagnosis is not great, I felt less afraid after my visit.Feb 2023My Doctors the very bestFeb 2023Dr. Ooi was so PATIENT! Took time to help me understand and let me be a part of my care plan moving forward. Thank you!Feb 2023GoodFeb 2023GoodFeb 2023Dr. Ooi was extremely kind and listened to my concerns. Each problem was addressed and explained to myself and my husband. Dr. Ooi involved us in the treatment plan moving forward and we felt very confident having him as my physician. We were extremely impressed with each and every one of his staff that helped with my visit.Feb 2023The overall experience seemed to be handled like a "well oiled machine" from start to finish.Jan 2023Explained everything in a clear wayJan 2023Throughout the surgical procedures and the follow-up, Dr. Oii and the Nurse Practitioner [...] provided exceptional service.Jan 2023Dr Ooi is very nice. I wish he was my physician