Dr. York Yates
Plastic/Cosmetic SurgeonThe History Of Dr. Yates’ Practice Completing my residency program in Missouri, I excitedly returned to Utah and joined the amazing physicians at the Tanner Clinic, which I had been associated with nearly my whole life. My father has been at Tanner Clinic as a Family Physician for his entire career, and I am proud to follow in his footsteps. For the first several years, we didn’t specialize in anything, in particular, offering a range of services including cosmetic surgery of the face, breast, and body as well as reconstructive surgery and complex hand surgery. As the practice filled, I found that we didn’t have enough time to offer all services, and we limited the scope of our practice to cosmetic surgery of the breast and body. We are grateful to the fine patients who have helped us achieve this goal. Get To Know Plastic Surgeon Dr. Yates What Made You Decide to Become a Plastic Surgeon? I knew I wanted to follow in my fathers’ footsteps and become a doctor from a young age. It was a noble profession and took the brains and focus that I was blessed with. Students are given a taste of the different specialties during medical school, and I was drawn to the surgical specialties immediately. The artistic nature of plastic surgery was particularly appealing, and I soon knew that I would be a plastic surgeon. In hindsight, I feel so blessed with my decision to become a plastic surgeon. I love my job, and I am so happy at work daily. What Are Your Favorite Procedures to Perform as a Plastic Surgeon? Although trained in all aspects of plastic surgery, cosmetic surgery, reconstructive surgery, and hand surgery, my favorite plastic surgery procedures are essentially “mommy surgeries.” Our most common procedures are also the ones I enjoy the most and have achieved mastery over. This includes breast augmentation, tummy tuck, liposuction, and fat transfer plastic surgery. What Makes You Unique as a Plastic Surgeon in Utah? As a Utah Plastic Surgeon, several unique features set us apart from other Utah Plastic Surgeons: 1. Having a very limited scope of practice has allowed me to become an advanced expert in cosmetic plastic surgery of the breast and body. 2. My key staff has been with me for well over a decade, and patients love them. They have seen it all and can answer any breast and body plastic surgery question a patient can challenge them with. 3. Our patient communication through our patient app is second to none. We are available 24/7 for text/photo and video through our HIPPA secure patient app starting from the first contact. 4. We offer unique, no-intubation, rapid recovery, anesthesia options. Our patients enjoy the easiest recovery possible after plastic surgery procedures. More About Dr. Yates 🎨 I love being a plastic surgeon and am passionate about what I do. 🎯 I am an uncompromising perfectionist. 🙏 Happy patients and amazing results make me happier than you know. Reviews make me giddy. 🤷♂️ I am skeptical of new technology. If something sounds too good to be true, it typically is. I research and vet devices thoroughly before offering them to my patients. 🤕 I hate complications but admit that I have them. I believe we are to be judged not only by how we treat our happiest Education Dr. Yates was born and raised in Davis County, Utah. He completed his undergraduate and medical degrees at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah. Graduating at the top of his class, he had the opportunity to pursue his training in Plastic Surgery directly out of medical school. During his six years of postgraduate plastic surgery training at the University of Missouri, he received a broad experience in all aspects of Plastic Surgery, including cosmetic surgery, reconstructive surgery, microsurgery, and hand surgery BOARD CERTIFICATION Diplomat of the American Board of Plastic Surgery The American Board of Plastic Surgery is THE ONLY board that certifies plastic surgeons. Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons Only board-certified plastic surgeons are eligible for membership. Member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons Only board-certified plastic surgeons with an emphasis on cosmetic surgery are eligible. Member of the AMA and UMA RESIDENCY Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery University of Missouri, Columbia 1997 – 2003 99th percentile national inservice examination FELLOWSHIP Microsurgery University of Missouri, Columbia – 2003 MEDICAL EDUCATION University of Utah School of Medicine 1993 – 1997 Graduated at the top of the class 99th percentile USMLE I board examination Prestigious AOA National Medical Honor Society UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION University of Utah School of Medicine 1993 – 1997 Magna Cum Laude Four-year scholarship
Education: The University of Utah, Bachelor of Science – 1993 , University of Utah School of Medicine 1993 – 1997 , Microsurgery University of Missouri, Columbia – 2003 , Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery University of Missouri, Columbia 1997 – 2003
Certifications: Diplomat of the American Board of Plastic Surgery , Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons , Member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons , Member of the AMA and UMA.
Services: Plastic Surgery
