About
Linda Yau, MD, FACP, built her career around one guiding principle: patient health and well-being come first. She held board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine throughout her time at Foxhall Internists in Washington, DC. Her colleagues and patients knew her for her deep commitment to thoughtful, relationship-driven care.
Dr. Yau recently announced her immediate retirement following a diagnosis of leiomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive soft tissue cancer. She expressed deep regret over the sudden nature of her departure. Before stepping away, she worked to ensure a smooth transition for every patient under her care. com.
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Who is Dr. Yau right for?
Dr. Yau served adult patients seeking thorough, relationship-centered internal medicine care. She was a strong fit for patients who valued a physician with deep commitment to their long-term health. Her ABIM board certification made her well-suited to patients managing complex or chronic conditions. Dr. Yau has retired from practice; her former patients can contact the office to transition to another Foxhall Internists physician.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Yau specialized in internal medicine. She held board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine throughout her career at Foxhall Internists in Washington, DC.
Dr. Yau has retired from medical practice. She stepped away immediately following a diagnosis of leiomyosarcoma. com to arrange a transition to another physician at Foxhall Internists.
Dr. Yau earned her MD and held the FACP designation, reflecting Fellowship in the American College of Physicians. She also maintained active board certification through the American Board of Internal Medicine.
com to request a transition. The office staff aims to respond within five business days. Dr. Sandra Delistathis and Dr. Matthew Parker currently accept new patients into their membership plans.
Dr. Sandra Delistathis and Dr. Matthew Parker are accepting new patients into their membership plans. Dr. Umhau, Dr. Hansen, Dr. Dooley, and Dr. Saleh accept family members of existing patients on a limited basis. The practice also plans to add at least one new physician before year's end.
Dr. Yau placed patient health and well-being at the center of every decision. She prioritized ensuring continuity of care even as she managed her own unexpected health diagnosis. Her commitment to her patients remained evident through her final steps in practice.
Doctor profile last updated June 12, 2026