Dr. Christopher Yi, MD
Vascular Surgeon | Vascular Surgery
1325 N. Rose Dr. Suite 102 Placentia CA, 92870About
Dr. Christopher Yi, MD, is a highly skilled and respected Board-Certified Vascular surgeon specializing in vascular and endovascular surgery. With nearly 13 years of experience, Dr. Yi provides exceptional care for all vascular conditions, including carotid disease, aortic aneurysms, dialysis access, peripheral arterial disease, and varicose veins, at Vital Vein And Vascular in Orange County, California. He obtained his Bachelor and Master of Science degrees from UCLA, before pursuing his medical education at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. Dr. Yi completed his general surgery residency at LAC+USC Medical Center in Los Angeles, and went on to receive his Vascular surgery training at Wake Forest School of Medicine. His expertise lies in Endovascular therapy for peripheral arterial diseases and the treatment of varicose veins, and he is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of care. Dr. Yi has offices in Fountain Valley, Placentia, and Los Alamitos and is on the medical staff at MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center, Los Alamitos Medical Center, Placentia-Linda Hospital, Garden Grove Hospital, Huntington Beach Hospital, and Fountain Valley Regional Hospital. In addition to his professional commitments, Dr. Yi cherishes spending quality time with his wife and 3 children, and is an avid golfer.
Education and Training
LAC + USC Medical Center General Surgery 2016
Wake Forest University SOM Vascular Surgery 2018
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science 2010
Board Certification
Vascular Surgery (Surgery)
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Dr. Christopher Yi, MD's Expert Contributions
Exploring Recent Advancements in Vascular Medicine
Vascular medicine, a field dedicated to the study and management of vascular disorders, has witnessed remarkable advancements in recent years. These breakthroughs hold the promise of revolutionizing patient care, offering more effective treatments, and improving outcomes. In this article, we delve...
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Expert Publications
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- Antibody responses against SARS coronavirus are correlated with disease outcome of infected individuals.
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- Heterologous MVA-S prime Ad5-S boost regimen induces high and persistent levels of neutralizing antibody response against SARS coronavirus.
Areas of expertise and specialization
Dr. Christopher Yi, MD's Practice location
Vital Vein and Vascular
3851 Katella Ave. Suite 255 -Los Alamitos, CA 90720Get Direction
Vital Vein and Vascular
1325 N. Rose Dr. Suite 102 -Placentia, CA 92870Get Direction
Vital Vein and Vascular
18111 Brookhurst St Suite 5600 -Fountain Valley, CA 92708Get Direction
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