Pharm. D. Yun Gao (Vivian)

Yun (Vivian) Gao, Pharm. D., is a dedicated pharmacist with extensive experience in clinical pharmacy and patient care. Currently serving as a volunteer pharmacist at San José Clinic since May 2021, Gao previously worked at UnitedHealth Group-OptumRx as a clinical pharmacist from August 2015 to August 2021, where expertise in Medicare Part D prescription management and collaboration with healthcare professionals was demonstrated. Prior roles include serving as a clinical pharmacist for CVS Health/Aetna Pharmacy Management and as a staff pharmacist at Deerbrook Pharmacy, LLC. Additionally, Gao has contributed to research aimed at improving minority health during a tenure as a research assistant at Texas Southern University. Gao earned a Doctorate of Pharmacy from Texas Southern University and studied at Xi'an University of Finance and Economics.