About
Dr. Kuan-Yu Chen is a board-certified family medicine physician and the founder of U Care MD in Midtown Manhattan. He grew up in both New York and Taiwan, and he brings deep familiarity with both cultures to his clinical work. He speaks Mandarin Chinese fluently, allowing him to provide culture-sensitive care to Mandarin-speaking patients throughout New York City.
Dr. Chen holds board certification in family medicine and brings a prevention-first, lifestyle-forward approach to every visit. He practices evidence-based medicine and favors shared decision-making over one-size-fits-all protocols. His clinical interests include LGBTQIA+ health and gender-affirming hormone therapy via informed consent, sexual health and HIV prevention including PrEP and Doxy-PEP, men's health, weight management, mental health, and chronic disease management. He has lived experience in the LGBTQIA+ community and built U Care MD to be a safe, affirming space where every patient feels respected. Outside the office, he thrives on New York City's energy, its food scene, and the chance to connect with people from all backgrounds.
Education & Training
Board-certified Family Medicine physician
Certifications
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Chen right for?
Dr. Chen is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care doctor who takes time to listen. Patients managing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, thyroid disorders, or obesity benefit from his longitudinal, prevention-focused approach. LGBTQIA+ patients find a genuinely affirming space, including gender-affirming hormone therapy and sexual health services. Mandarin-speaking patients can discuss their health comfortably in their preferred language. He also works well with busy New Yorkers, visiting students, interns, and professionals who need same-day access and a consistent doctor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Chen manages a wide range of conditions across primary care. These include hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, thyroid disorders, obesity, coronary artery disease, heart failure, and cardiac arrhythmias. He also treats anxiety, depression, ADHD, insomnia, and substance use disorder. His clinical scope extends to sexual health, STI treatment and prevention, gender dysphoria, skin conditions like acne and eczema, and musculoskeletal issues including chronic low back pain and fibromyalgia.
Yes. Dr. Chen built U Care MD specifically as an LGBTQIA+ affirming practice. He has lived experience in the LGBTQIA+ community and provides gender-affirming hormone therapy using an informed consent model, meaning patients do not need a therapist letter to begin. He also offers PrEP, Doxy-PEP, injectable PrEP options including Apretude and Yeztugo, and comprehensive sexual health care in a judgment-free environment.
Yes. Dr. Chen speaks Mandarin Chinese fluently and provides full Mandarin-language primary care (紐約市中文門診). He grew up in both New York and Taiwan and brings cultural sensitivity to every visit. Mandarin-speaking patients can discuss symptoms, medications, and personal health concerns clearly and comfortably without a language barrier.
Dr. Chen practices evidence-based medicine and emphasizes shared decision-making. He takes a minimalist approach, avoiding unnecessary tests and over-treatment. He prioritizes lifestyle changes before medication and prevention before treatment. He also practices trauma-informed care and brings cultural sensitivity to every patient interaction.
Yes. Dr. Chen provides gender-affirming hormone therapy for transgender and nonbinary patients using an informed consent model. Patients do not need a letter from a therapist to begin. He conducts a thorough conversation about goals, health history, and expectations, and patients move forward at a pace they choose.
Yes. Dr. Chen provides both oral and injectable PrEP. Injectable options include Apretude (cabotegravir), given every two months, and Yeztugo (lenacapavir), given every six months. He also prescribes Doxy-PEP and handles comprehensive STI screening and treatment.
Dr. Chen offers medically supervised weight management that combines InBody 270S body composition testing, lifestyle counseling, and medication management. He uses the InBody scanner to track body fat, lean muscle, visceral fat, and body water. He also prescribes GLP-1 medications including Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound when clinically appropriate.
Yes, Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients in New York City and New York state. He keeps his panel intentionally small, so membership spots are limited. Prospective patients can schedule a free Meet and Greet to get started.
Dr. Chen speaks English and Mandarin Chinese fluently. He provides full Mandarin-language primary care for patients who prefer to communicate in Mandarin.
Dr. Chen is board-certified in family medicine. He practices across the full spectrum of primary care, including preventive medicine and functional medicine approaches.
Doctor profile last updated August 16, 2026