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Thomas Jefferson University Office of the Registrar - Medical Education - 2011
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 - 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.
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Reviews
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4.9
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4.8
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4.9
Provider showed concern
4.9
Provider explained things clearly
4.9
Provider discussed treatment options
4.9
Provider included you in decisions
4.8
Ease of scheduling appointments
4.8
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Comments
4.9 out of 5 (64 Ratings, 23 Comments)
5.0
Feb 2024
Dr. Ooi n his staff were very professional and very compassionate both times I've been there. They gave me important information and an opportunity to ask questions.
5.0
Feb 2024
I wish all Dr. Offices took the time to be attentive and receptive to the fears and concerns for our health like Dr. Ooi's staff A+++++++
5.0
Feb 2024
Dr Ooi is very knowledgeable & kind. It's been a pleasure to be his patient. (even tho I wish it hadn't been necessary)
5.0
Feb 2024
The visit and time with Dr. Ooi,, has help to become more relax and ready to have my surgery .
5.0
Feb 2024
Very good
5.0
Feb 2024
Very good
4.6
Feb 2024
Staff were very friendly.
5.0
Feb 2024
This was a very overwhelming apt. Dr. Ooi showed that he cared was patient, caring and delivered information throughly
5.0
Feb 2024
Excellent facility and personnel
5.0
Jan 2024
Very happy with everything.
5.0
Jan 2024
Fantastic great service by all
4.7
Jan 2024
Good!!!
4.7
Jan 2024
Good!!
5.0
Jan 2024
Outstanding medical visit, staff fully answered my questions and were very courteous.
5.0
Dec 2023
Very helpful staff
5.0
Dec 2023
Good experience
5.0
Dec 2023
The doctor and the nurse practitioner explained things to me in ways that I understand and I really appreciate that.
5.0
Dec 2023
The doctor helped me understand what was happening to me.
4.9
Dec 2023
Dr. Ooi is exceptional. He took the time to explain, asked questions and I could tell that he genuinely cares about his patients.
5.0
Dec 2023
[...] Good
5.0
Dec 2023
Good
5.0
Nov 2023
Very caring! He explained everything so that even a child could understand, I don't mean talking down too! When your nervous about an [...], your thinking is impacted. I've only had two doctors like this an Dr. Ooi Is one of them!