iCare Medical Group × Keck School of Medicine of USC
Our partnership brings university-level care into the heart of the San Gabriel Valley. Together we expand specialty access, integrate current research, and support advanced physician training so patients receive clear, connected, high-quality care close to home. It is a shared commitment to medicine that listens, collaborates, and honors the whole person.
A Shared Vision for Patients, Learners & Community
This partnership reflects Dr. Yau’s commitment to bringing the strength of academic medicine into everyday family care. By working closely with Keck faculty, we align specialty consults, residency training, and community outreach so families can access trusted, high-quality care right where they live.
Each patient journey is guided by shared protocols, direct specialty access, and a care team that spans clinic, campus, and hospital.
How the Partnership Comes to Life Day to Day
From the exam room to the lecture hall, the collaboration is anchored in three pillars designed to expand access, elevate training, and invest in healthier neighborhoods.
Key Highlights
Dr. Yau’s expertise in Family Medicine and whole-person care closely aligns with the Keck School of Medicine’s mission to provide patient-centered care while preparing the next generation of physicians. Through this partnership, Dr. Yau will collaborate with the Keck Medicine of USC, USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, and affiliated hospitals such as Los Angeles General Medical Center and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. This collaboration will provide expanded access to advanced medical facilities and multidisciplinary teams, further enhancing the quality of care available to patients. This partnership opens doors for:
- Streamlined access to nationally ranked subspecialists via Keck-affiliated pathways.
- Enhanced continuity of care across outpatient visits, inpatient consults, and tertiary referrals.
- Care protocols refreshed quarterly with academic leadership and shared case reviews.
Key Highlights
One of the most significant aspects of this collaboration is the opportunity for Dr. Yau to actively contribute to medical education. The Keck School of Medicine’s forward-thinking curriculum emphasizes early clinical exposure, interprofessional collaboration, and hands-on research—areas where Dr. Yau’s extensive real-world expertise will serve as a valuable resource. Through his role in clinical teaching, Dr. Yau will help prepare future physicians not only in technical excellence but also in delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care. His dedication to mentorship will encourage students to adopt a holistic approach to medicine.
- Clinical teaching opportunities that blend bilingual communication with evidence-based care.
- Interdisciplinary case conferences featuring family medicine, cardiology, endocrinology & geriatrics.
- Mentorship for residents and fellows grounded in compassionate, culturally competent care.
Key Highlights
The partnership also opens the door for Dr. Yau’s involvement in Keck’s world-class research programs, including the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, the Zilkha Neurogenetic Institute, and the Eli and Edythe Broad Center for Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research. Dr. Yau intends to collaborate on research initiatives that address some of today’s most urgent health challenges, with a focus on:
- Chronic disease prevention and management
- Integrating mental health into primary care
- Community-based strategies to reduce healthcare disparities
Partnership Momentum in the San Gabriel Valley
Early milestones show how this collaboration is expanding access, strengthening mentorship, and deepening community outreach across iCare Medical Group clinics.
What This Means for Patients
Care becomes more coordinated and easier to navigate. The partnership strengthens each visit while keeping support personal and culturally grounded.
- Priority access to USC Keck specialists when needed.
- Care that blends the latest research with compassionate, whole-person support
- A care team that understands and honors your cultural background and language
- Stronger community health through outreach, education, and preventive care
"Our patients see the same familiar faces, now backed by a direct line to Keck specialists. It feels like the best of both worlds—neighborly care with academic muscle." — Sally Tang, PA-C
Who's Behind the Collaboration
Leaders in family medicine, academic research, and health innovation are working together to create care that is more connected and supportive for the San Gabriel Valley.
About Dr. Edwin Yau
Dr. Yau is a board-certified family physician and the founder of iCare Medical Group. He leads a multilingual, team-based practice centered on prevention, chronic disease care, and whole-person wellness.
About Keck School of Medicine of USC
Keck School of Medicine is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers, known for excellence in education, research, and patient care. Its programs are nationally ranked and guided by a strong commitment to health equity.
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Be Part of This New Chapter
Patients and community members can look forward to exciting developments from this collaboration. To learn more about Dr. Yau’s services or to schedule an appointment, contact our clinic directly.
Coordinated care • Academic rigor • Community heart