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Dr. William Yao, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 42
Dr. William Yao, MD
4.7 (14 Ratings)

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Dr. William Yao, MD is a Head & Neck Surgery Otolaryngologist in Houston, TX.
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Dr. William Yao, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 42
Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. William Yao, MD is a Head & Neck Surgery Otolaryngologist in Houston, TX.

About

Dr. Yao graduated from University of Colorado At Denver in 2009 and completed a residency at Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - Baylor College of Medicine, TX.Dr. William Yao, MD is a Head & Neck Surgery Otolaryngologist in Houston, TX and has 16 years experience. Dr. Yao currently practices at UT Physicians Otorhinolaryngology - Texas Medical Center and are affiliated with Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center. Dr. Yao has experience treating conditions like Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Yao received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 14 times. Dr. Yao's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Yao also speaks Japanese. Dr. Yao is board certified in Otolaryngology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Rhinoseptoplasty
Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Rhinoseptoplasty
Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Rhinoseptoplasty
Acute Respiratory Infection
Acute Sinusitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anosmia
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Chronic Rhinitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Deviated Septum
Enlarged Turbinates
Loss of Smell and Taste
Loss of Taste
Nasal Polyp
Postnasal Drip
Sinusitis
Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Acoustic Neuroma
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Adenoiditis
Allergic Reaction
Bell's Palsy
Big Ears
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Bone Cancer
Broken Nose
Cervical Vertigo
Cholesteatoma
Chronic Adenoid Infection
Cleft Palate
Common Cold
Cough
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Craniopharyngioma
Ear Cancer
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Facial Nerve Disorder
Graves' Disease
Gum Cancer
Headache
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Hyperparathyroidism
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Malignant Otitis Externa
Meniere's Disease
Nonsuppurative Otitis Media
Nose Cancer
Nose Disorders
Nosebleed
Oral or Facial Cleft
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
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Peritonsillar Abscess
Pharyngitis
Retropharyngeal Abscess
Runny Nose
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sinus Disorders
Sjögren's Syndrome
Skull Base Tumor
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
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Vocal Cord Polyp
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Complex Skull Base Surgery
Dacryocystorhinostomy
Ear Tube Placement
Endoscopic Mucosal Resection
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery With Navigational System
ENT Surgery
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Facial Bone
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Head and Neck Surgery
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Nose Plastic Surgery (Rhinoplasty)
Orbital Decompression and Orbitotomy
Radiofrequency Ablation Turbinate
Sinus Surgery
Skull Base Surgery
Tear Duct Surgery
Tonsillectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Treatment for Nose Bleeds
Uvulectomy

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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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Locations

  1. 1 UT Physicians Otorhinolaryngology - Texas Medical Center
    6400 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030
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    Friday
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May 28, 2024
I would highly recommend him. He takes his time and explains everything to you. He very nice
— May 28, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Japanese
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ear, Nose, and Throat
Rhinology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Colorado At Denver
    2009
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Baylor College of Medicine
    2010
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - Baylor College of Medicine, TX
    2014
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Rhinology and Anterior Skull Base surgery - Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary - Harvard Medical School
    2015
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. William Yao, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Yao's profile.

Dr. Yao frequently treats the following conditions: Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. William Yao, MD is affiliated with Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. William Yao, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center

    6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX