Yumi Koh, DO

Description

Inspired by Albert Schweitzer, my early engagement with his work sparked a deep passion for medicine and humanitarian efforts. I graduated with a BA in Studio Art and a BS in Biology, followed by a Master’s in Medical Science and medical education at New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. I then pursued a Master’s in Public Health from Yale University to strengthen my focus on public health. My volunteer experiences in Haiti, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan and the Dominican Republic, including during the 2010 Haiti earthquake and cholera outbreak, profoundly shaped my understanding of healthcare disparities. In 2010, I was honored with the American Cancer Society Preventive Medicine Training Award, where I contributed to developing colon cancer screening guidelines and educational materials in collaboration with the American Cancer Society and the CT DPH. Further training includes the Cancer Prevention Fellowship Summer program at the NIH National Cancer Institute and a specialization in lifestyle medicine, equipping me with advanced skills in cancer prevention and health behavior change. An internship at the WHO in Geneva enhanced my insights into global public health strategies. After completing a combined Internal Medicine and Preventive Medicine residency at Yale-affiliated Griffin Hospital, I was recognized as the Best Preventive Medicine Resident in 2011. I was awarded Preventive Medicine "Resident of the Year" in 2012. Additionally, I received the Earl L. Baker Humanism Award in 2011 for my compassionate, patient-centered care. These diverse experiences have prepared me to be a highly skilled and empathetic healthcare provider, committed to addressing individual and global health challenges.