About Arthur Yu, MD

Arthur Yu is a board-certified plastic surgeon with 20+ years of experience in Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery; Training in k PLC Plastic Surgery was completed at Mayo Clinic under globally recognized plastic/cosmetic surgeons. Dr. Yu completed his General Surgery Residency Program through Cornell University – affiliated Brooklyn Hospital Center, followed by a Head and Neck Surgery Fellowship at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Dr. Yu’s clinical practice encompasses surgical/non-surgical aesthetic procedures of the Face/Body. He has developed/refined several techniques in minimally invasive aesthetics and body contouring. His innovative techniques include the Restoration Liposuction technique, Art TipLyft, essentially a non-invasive technique for Nasal Surgery, and Relay PDO Thread Facelift.

Dr. Yu continues to be a Proactive Contributor to International Medical Education and frequently speaks at aesthetic/cosmetic surgery conferences worldwide. He has won multiple awards for outstanding contribution to the field of aesthetic medicine. He received the Maverick Award at AMWC 2023 and 2024 for his contributions to PDO Facelift and Contouring. Dr. Yu’s education includes extensive academic training, Clinical Experience, and Active Participation after Training to continue advancing Aesthetic Techniques.

Education

Medical School
– Shanghai Medical University (1988)

Residency
– Brooklyn Hospital Center, Surgery (1999-2004)
– Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, (2004-2006)

Certifications

– American Board of Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery
– NY State Medical License (2002-2021)
– MN State Medical License (2004-2006)
– CA State Medical License (2005-2026)

Memberships

– The Aesthetic Society
– American Society of Plastic Surgeons
– International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Practice Locations

59 Las Tunas Dr., Arcadia, California