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Dr. Rebecca Yu, MD

Dr. Rebecca Yu, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Rebecca Yu, MD is a hand and upper extremity surgery specialist in Berkeley, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1997. She is affiliated with medical facilities Alta Bates Summit Medical Center-Alta Bates Campus and John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 5 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

3000 Colby St Ste 304 Berkeley, CA 94705
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(510) 540-6800

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Yu is affiliated with John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek Walnut Creek, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Yu specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Yu's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Yu

5.0

13 ratings, 5 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Meryl – May 07, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mitchell L – May 27, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Janet M. – Aug 26, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Michael in Berkeley, CA – Nov 25, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Elisa in Oakland, CA – Jan 20, 2016
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About Me

biography

I am a fellowship-trained, Board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, with a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Hand Surgery. It is my goal to partner with you in the assessment and treatment of your hand and upper extremity conditions. Understanding...read more

  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • The Philadelphia Hand Center, Thomas Jefferson University

    Fellowship Hospital, 2004

  • St Luke's Roosevelt Hsp Center

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • St Luke's-roosevelt Hospital Center

    Internship Hospital, 1998

  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1997

  • Stanford University

    Undergraduate School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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  • California Orthopaedic Association, Member

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Locations

Practice

Office3000 Colby St Ste 304 Berkeley, CA 94705
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd
    Walnut Creek, CA 94598
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Alta Bates Summit Medical Center-Alta Bates Campus

    2450 Ashby Ave
    Berkeley, CA 94705
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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