Dr. Anamaria YeungMD

Oncology

at Empower Lifestyle Medicine — Los Angeles, CA

About

Anamaria Yeung, MD is triple board-certified in Radiation Oncology, Lifestyle Medicine, and Obesity Medicine, and holds designation as a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner. She earned her MD from the University of Florida in 2004 and completed her residency in Radiation Oncology at the University of Florida in 2009. She then spent 15 years in academic Radiation Oncology at the University of Florida, guiding thousands of patients through cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Dr. Yeung is passionate about cancer survivorship, bridging the gap between treatment completion and long-term health by addressing fatigue, weight gain, metabolic disease, early menopause, bone loss, cardiovascular risk, and fear of recurrence. She leads the Cancer Survivorship Reset, a structured 6-month program at the practice. She treats obesity as a chronic disease with hormonal, genetic, and metabolic contributors, and uses both lifestyle strategies and GLP-1 medications when appropriate. Her interest in menopause care grew from recognizing how poorly the healthcare system addresses the transition. A passionate home cook, Dr. Yeung creates whole food, plant-based meals and teaches others to prepare them.

Education & Training

Medical School

University of Florida College of Medicine, MD, 2004

Residency

Radiation Oncology, University of Florida, completed 2009

Additional Training

Board certification in Obesity Medicine; 15 years academic Radiation Oncology at University of Florida

Certifications

Board Certified in Radiation OncologyBoard Certified in Lifestyle MedicineBoard Certified in Obesity MedicineMenopause Society Certified Practitioner

Conditions Treated

cancer survivorshipobesityweight managementmetabolic syndromeinsulin resistancemenopauseperimenopauseosteoporosiscardiovascular disease riskvisceral fatmuscle losstype 2 diabetesbone loss

Who is Dr. Yeung right for?

Dr. Yeung is an excellent fit for cancer survivors who want structured, physician-led support after treatment ends. She also serves adults managing obesity, metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, or visceral fat gain during menopause. Patients who want a physician with deep oncology experience guiding their preventive and metabolic care will find her background especially relevant. Her combination of Radiation Oncology, Obesity Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine training makes her well-suited for complex cases involving multiple overlapping conditions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Dr. Yeung created and leads the Cancer Survivorship Reset, a 6-month structured program designed to help patients rebuild strength, metabolism, and long-term health after cancer treatment. The program includes a 90-minute initial visit and monthly 60-minute visits with Dr. Yeung, along with unlimited secure messaging.

Dr. Yeung treats cancer survivors managing post-treatment health challenges, and adults with obesity, metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, visceral fat, muscle loss, and type 2 diabetes. She also provides menopause and perimenopause care, including management of osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease risk.

Yes. Dr. Yeung holds board certification in Radiation Oncology, Lifestyle Medicine, and Obesity Medicine, making her triple board-certified. She also holds designation as a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner.

Yes. Dr. Yeung uses GLP-1 medications as part of a comprehensive weight management approach when clinically appropriate. She views obesity as a chronic disease with hormonal, genetic, metabolic, and lifestyle contributors, and combines medication with sustained lifestyle strategies.

Dr. Yeung spent 15 years practicing academic Radiation Oncology at the University of Florida. During that time, she guided thousands of patients through cancer diagnosis and treatment. Her deep oncology experience informs her cancer survivorship and prevention work at Empower Lifestyle Medicine.

Dr. Yeung noticed a growing incidence of cancer in younger patients and recognized a significant gap between the end of treatment and support for long-term health. She shifted her focus toward prevention and survivorship to help patients address fatigue, metabolic changes, bone loss, and fear of recurrence.

Dr. Yeung addresses menopause through a metabolic and hormonal lens, drawing on her expertise in Obesity Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. She became a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner after seeing how inadequately the healthcare system addresses menopausal changes, particularly weight gain and cardiovascular risk.

Doctor profile last updated June 12, 2026