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Sara Yang, MD (she/her)

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  • Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Head and Neck Surgery, School of Medicine

Expertise

  • Oral and Head and Neck Oncology and Reconstruction

Special focus

  • Head and Neck Surgery
  • Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery
  • Facial Trauma
  • Gender Affirming Facial Surgery

Locations and contact

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About me

Dr Sara Yang is an assistant professor in the Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Department with further specialized training in Facial Plastics and Microvascular Reconstruction. She received her surgical training at Loyola University where she developed a passion for complex head and neck reconstruction, prompting her to pursue fellowship training with Dr Mark Wax at OHSU. She is excited to be stay at OHSU to continue to provide her expertise in facial reconstruction which encompasses- microvascular reconstruction for head and neck cancer, neuroplastics, gender affirming facial surgery for transgender patients, and facial trauma.

Dr Yang is passionate about helping her patients to feel seen and heard. Complex reconstruction of the head and neck region can be a challenging journey. Her goals are to be sensitive to her patients’ needs during their recovery and to improve self-confidence in their appearance. She also hopes to explain medical concepts and terminology in a way that helps patients make informed decisions.

As a Pacific Northwest native who grew up in Richland, Washington, Dr Yang is excited to return to the area and explore the outdoors that Oregon has to offer. In her time off of work, she is often exploring nature, trying new foods, and dabbling in various art and crafts projects.

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • M.D., 2017, Loma Linda University School of Medicine
    • B.S., 2012, University of Washington

  • Residency

    • Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery, Loyola University 2017-2022

  • Fellowship

    • OHSU Facial Plastic and Microvascular Reconstruction Fellowship 2022-2023

Memberships and associations:

  • American Medical Association (AMA)
  • American Academy of Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS)
  • American Academy of Facial Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS)
  • American Head and Neck Society (AHNS)
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