Dr. Justin Yang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Chih Chao 'Justin' Yang, MD, MPH, is an Assistant Professor at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, specializing in General Internal Medicine and Occupational Medicine. He obtained his medical degree from Peking University and a Master of Public Health from Harvard University. Dr. Yang completed his residency in Internal Medicine at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, Tufts University School of Medicine, and a fellowship in Occupational & Environmental Medicine at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. His research has significantly contributed to understanding cardiovascular disease prevention, particularly a study on the relationship between push-ups and heart disease published in JAMA, garnering wide media attention. With extensive experience in managing chronic diseases and treating occupational injuries, Dr. Yang is dedicated to providing comprehensive care, including LGBTIQA+ health services. He is fluent in Mandarin and Taiwanese and passionate about advancing public health and medicine through teaching and research.

Research Interests

Experience

Medical Director

2018-01-01 — Present

Manet’s Urgent Care Occupational Health Center • Boston, MA

Responsible for overseeing patient care in a busy urgent care setting, focusing on internal medicine and occupational health.

Awards

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Public Safety Medicine Section Scholarship

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AOHC Scholarship

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Honorable Mention Clinical Research Award

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Excellence in Teaching Citation

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Valedictorian

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.