Meet Dr. David C. Yao, MD, FACS

Born and raised in Southern California, Dr. Yao attended the University of California, San Diego and received his bachelor’s degree in physiology. He completed his Doctor of Medicine degree at Medical College of Virginia (Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine) in Richmond, VA. After receiving his degree, Dr. Yao relocated to Arizona and attended his general surgery residency at Maricopa Integrated Health Systems. Here, he obtained significant experience in complex surgical patients.Dr. Yao gained extensive plastic and reconstructive surgery experience with his education at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. As part of a well-rounded plastic surgery education, he received in-depth training in cosmetic, craniofacial, hand, and general reconstructive surgery. Following his Mayo Clinic experience, Dr. Yao completed a prestigious cosmetic plastic surgery fellowship at the Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital (Lenox Hill Hospital/NYU). While there, he had independent privileges and attained significant plastic surgery operative volume. Dr. Yao also worked with world-renowned Park Avenue and Manhattan plastic surgeons, perfecting many of the techniques he applies today. Before returning to Arizona, Dr. Yao held the position of Attending Plastic Surgeon at Mayo Health System. In 2011, Dr. Yao returned to Arizona and joined his fellow colleagues, Dr. Walsh and Dr. Sabeeh, to create Forma Plastic Surgery. The three physicians created a highly respected and well-rounded practice to meet and exceed every individual’s aesthetic goals.