This review is long and also long overdue. But simply put, Dr. Yang is stellar! I made the mistake of finding a surgeon to do my nasal surgery from online reviews where there were over a hundred positive reviews. That doctor seemed very pleasant and so I had him do my nose surgery. Unfortunately, my troubles with breathing didn't get any better and actually got worse after surgery! It was just so tiresome, I couldn't even use my CPAP as I was so stuffed up. After many visits to that surgeon and second opinion where I felt I just got the run around, a friend who works at Swedish and my sleep doctor recommended I go see Dr. Yang who is apparently the surgeon to see if you have a breathing problem or things related to congestion and sleep apnea. Their words were "skilled, talented, ethical", "master surgeon who makes it look easy". After bit of an ordeal in securing an appointment, Dr. Yang walked in, punctual, lighthearted, and with that unmistakable swag that you know comes from experience and confidence in his craft. He soon recognized the problem and described them in simple terms that no one did before. The front of my septum was deviated worse than before and my nose was collapsing. The first surgeon also did completely unnecessary sinus surgery in areas that was normal to begin with! It was validating and reassuring to see that I wasn't imagining things. Ultimately I needed a tricky revision surgery instead of medications or kind words. Dr. Yang also saw that there were areas in my throat that may give me good chance to improve my sleep apnea. He is frank, honest about what he believes he can or cannot do. He is clearly motivated by desire to help if he feels he is able to despite the challenging circumstances. More difficult revision surgeries apparently doesn't pay doctors any better. No wonders other surgeons shied away! Surgery scheduling was done by this really sweet lady Jelana and on the day of the surgery, Dr. Yang and his team talked to me before going under and put me at ease with their positive vibe. Recovery was sore because I also had throat surgery but I was well warned of that! I'm almost a year out and I have to say this was a life changing experience. I breathe freely, sleep deeply, and my sleep apnea is almost gone! One of my doctor friends recently told me that the best doctors often have the fewest, most random reviews despite being in practice for decades and despite being the best at what they do. They don't market or solicit reviews to get fluff reviews. They are busy taking care of their patients and honing their skill. You find them by asking trusted people around you, other doctors or people in healthcare, people who actually know them and their quality of care. That's how I found Dr. Yang who listened, identified the problem, and most importantly, had the willingness and the technical skills to help me despite many things that made it difficult. Word of mouth from those who know is your best guide. Dr. Yang changed my life for so much better! read more