#17 Alyssa Yee, MD - Urologist & Sexual Medicine Expert

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Dr. Alyssa Yee is a Sexual Medicine Physician and Reconstructive Urologist who completed her clinical fellowship at San Diego Sexual Medicine in 2021-2022 under the mentorship of Dr. Irwin Goldstein. In her fellowship, she was awarded the SMSNA Foundation Research grant to investigate the pathophysiology of neuroproliferative vestibulodynia–a painful sexual condition of the vulva. Drawing from her research, Dr. Yee innovated the first sub-epithelial complete vestibulectomy surgery, allowing for decreased blood loss and post-operative pain with excellent response. Dr. Yee proudly draws on her experience as a patient advocate for the Crime Victims Treatment Center of New York as the inspiration for pursuing a medical career and for providing compassionate care. A long-time New Yorker, she is an esteemed graduate of SUNY Downstate College of Medicine and holds a bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Barnard College at Columbia University. She complete a urological surgery residency at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn. Her Professional and research interests include neuroproliferative vestibulodynia, genitourinary syndrome of menopause, hormonally mediate sexual pain, reconstructive urology, access to care, and penile prosthetic surgery. She is involved in several health-related non-profit organizations and sits on the medical advisory board for World Vasectomy Day as well as the Tight Lipped podcast. In her spare time, Dr. Yee loves cooking, dancing, and flying trapeze. She is thrilled to join Dr. Goldstein as a partner at San Diego Sexual Medicine for continued research and patient care. Alyssa Yee, MD - https://alyssayeemd.com *********** Thank you again for joining us, please share, rate, and review. We hope you join us every week for new episodes! If you or someone you know is impacted by endometriosis, we invite you to join the iCareBetter community and take action today: Subscribe: Subscribe to "iCareBetter: Endo Unplugged" on your favorite podcast platform to stay updated on the latest episodes, stories, and expert insights. Share Your Story: Your story matters! Share your personal journey with endometriosis and help inspire others. Connect with us on our website or social media platforms to share your experiences. Spread Awareness: Be an advocate for endometriosis awareness. Share episodes of "iCareBetter: Endo Unplugged" with your friends, family, and healthcare providers to increase understanding and promote empathy. Seek Support: Connect with others who understand your experiences. Join online support groups, participate in local endometriosis events, and find resources that can provide the support you need. ***************** iCareBetter Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.iCareBetter.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠@iCareBetter⁠ Youtube: ⁠@iCareBetter⁠ Facebook: ⁠@iCareBetter⁠ Twitter: ⁠@iCareBetter⁠ Jandra Mueller, DPT, MS Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.pelvicpainrehab.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠@pelvichealth⁠//⁠@pelvichealthsd⁠ Youtube: ⁠@PelvicHealth⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠@pelvicpainrehab⁠ Facebook: ⁠@pelvicpainphysicaltherapy *Please note that the information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Consult with your healthcare provider for personalized guidance and treatment options specific to your situation.*

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