About

Every woman is unique, each with a different story and hopes for the future. As your doctor, my goal is to provide high-quality care that is compassionate and personalized, while addressing the special challenges women may face.

Miao Crystal Yu, MD enjoys caring for women from all different ages and backgrounds and is passionate about becoming an advocate for their health. She has extensively cared for women with a history of high-risk pregnancies, abnormal pap smears and chronic pelvic pain.  She is fluent in Mandarin Chinese.

Dr. Yu received her undergraduate degree from UC Berkeley, where she graduated with honors.  She earned her medical degree at University of Illinois at Chicago and completed her training at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. 

She is a new resident of the Orange County area and enjoys running, yoga and spending time with her family.

Languages

English, Chinese

Provider Specialty

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Areas of Care

Education

Medical School

University of Illinois College of Medicine

2011

Residency Program - Obstetrics & Gynecology

Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC

2015

Locations

MemorialCare Medical Group - Irvine (University Park)

18102 Culver Dr.

Irvine, CA

Office: 877-696-3622

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MemorialCare Medical Group 55+ (Laguna Woods)

24268 El Toro Road

Laguna Woods, CA

Office: 657-241-8475

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Insurance

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Patient Reviews

4.9 out of 5
(200 Ratings)
Dec 12, 2025
Jasmine N.
Oct 17, 2025
Aleena H.
Dr. Yu led me through a healthy pregnancy and personally delivered by first child in late 2024, so this review is definitely long overdue. While our routine visits were brief and succinct, I always felt like I was in good hands throughout my pregnancy. I have a thyroid condition and, at the time, I was also a grad student finishing clinical rotations, so I had many questions about how my condition and life stressors would impact my pregnancy. My pregnancy was monitored closely and my questions were always answered -- whether in-person or via the MyChart app. The ease of communication and scheduling made routine visits and the overall pregnancy a stress-free experience. I definitely wasn't expecting Dr. Yu to be in the delivery room on the big day (doctors are busy people, ok). But lucky me, she came in to check on me, left to do a scheduled surgery, and rushed back just in time to deliver my baby as well as check in on me one last time before I was discharged. Overall, my first pregnancy was better than I could've imagined and so much of that was because I had Dr. Yu as my OBGYN.
Oct 4, 2025
Anonymous
Dr Yu is amazing.Dr Yu is so kind and caring. She takes her time and listens. Her staff is welcoming and helping.
Sep 2, 2025
Christina P.
I've been seeing Dr. Yu for around 3 years now and she is a great Dr. I had been suffering with Endometriosis for over 20 years and have been to many doctors, have had many surgeries and have some truly horrific stories. Dr Yu is one of the best I've been to. Her knowledge and bedside manner has been wonderful. She is very clear in her explanations, straight to the point, and also very kind. She is the only doctor in 20 years to look at me and say "you've been through so much." That simple acknowledgement caught me off guard and made a big impact on me. She performed my hysterectomy and it went very well. She is so knowledgeable on current studies she suggested removal of my fallopian tubes and by doing so she was able to catch pre cancerous cells in them. Any fears or concerns I had afterward she addressed quickly either by phone or in app. Also worth noting the referrals she has given me are also to other fantastic doctors. Office experience has always been great and have always been checking in by fantastic staff. She is overall such a wonderful a doctor and I'm so happy I found her. Love the new location on culver as well. Highly recommend.
May 30, 2025
Jaclyn H.
Kind and communicated clearly!
May 23, 2025
Bhavishka M.
Dr Yu is great and listens to me and answers to all my questions
May 19, 2025
Katrina L.
Dr. Yu is always great at providing details and answering questions we have thoroughly. She is very personable and knowledgeable. We always feel more comfortable and relaxed after each visit.
May 12, 2025
Valorie G.
She is very down to earth but yet very professional and makes you feel comfortable instantly. I’ve always enjoyed seeing her. She is very thorough with her examination etc.
May 5, 2025
Octavia F.
Dr. Yu is attentive, shows compassion and respect, support, empathy and understanding. She's thorough with explaining things and very encouraging.
Apr 28, 2025
Vanessa Z.
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