About
Michael Yu, MD, FACP, studied chemical engineering at MIT before earning his medical degree from UCSF Medical School. He completed his internal medicine residency at UCLA, where he also served as Chief Resident. He joined Newport Beach Medical Associates in 2001 and holds active staff privileges at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian. The American College of Physicians named him a Fellow.
Dr. Yu believes the path to aging well starts by strengthening the fundamental pillars of health. During extended annual wellness visits, he works with each patient to identify cardiovascular, stroke, and dementia risk factors. He builds individualized nutrition strategies, sleep hygiene plans, and balanced exercise routines designed to support active lifestyles well into later life. He grew up in suburban New Jersey and now lives in Huntington Beach with his wife and two children. He enjoys running, tennis, and watching the Angels and the Ducks.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
MIT, Chemical Engineering
Medical School
UCSF Medical School
Residency
Internal Medicine, UCLA (Chief Resident)
Additional Training
Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Yu right for?
Dr. Yu is a strong fit for adults who want a proactive, prevention-focused approach to long-term health. Patients concerned about cardiovascular risk, stroke, or cognitive decline benefit from his detailed annual wellness assessments. He works well with those who want individualized nutrition, sleep, and exercise strategies. His focus on aging well makes him a good match for active adults seeking to maintain their quality of life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Yu focuses on internal medicine and preventive medicine. He works with patients to identify and address cardiovascular, stroke, and dementia risk factors. His approach centers on building sustainable health habits, including nutrition, sleep, and exercise planning tailored to each individual.
Dr. Yu conducts extended annual wellness visits that go well beyond a standard checkup. He reviews each patient's risk factors for cardiovascular disease, stroke, and dementia. He then builds personalized plans covering nutrition, sleep hygiene, and exercise to support long-term active living.
Dr. Yu earned his medical degree from UCSF Medical School. He completed his internal medicine residency at UCLA, where the program selected him as Chief Resident.
Yes, Dr. Yu holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. The American College of Physicians also named him a Fellow, a distinction reflected in his FACP credential.
Dr. Yu sees adult patients with a focus on preventive care and healthy aging. He is particularly effective with patients who want to take a structured, evidence-based approach to reducing long-term health risks.
Yes, Dr. Yu holds active medical staff privileges at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian. Patients admitted to Hoag receive personalized inpatient care from their own physician.
Dr. Yu studied chemical engineering at MIT before pursuing medicine. That analytical foundation informs his systematic approach to identifying risk factors and building individualized health strategies for each patient.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026