About
Jinli Wu, PA-C is a nationally certified physician assistant of plastic surgery and licensed by the Medical Board of California. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA), Association of Plastic Surgery Physician Assistants (APSPA), and California Academy of Physician Assistants (CAPA).
Jinli was raised in Portland, Oregon. After graduating cum laude from Portland State University (B.S. Biology), she completed her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the highly-regarded Oregon Health & Science University. During her clinical rotations, she had the privilege to train in dermatology and plastic surgery under Dr. Donald Yoo, from whom she developed her refined eye. Because of her surgical prowess, meticulous attention to detail, and warm personality, Jinli was selected by Dr. Yoo to become a full member of his practice. When not assisting Dr. Yoo in surgery, she can be found in the clinic managing post-operative patients and performing non-surgical procedures on her own.
Jinli prioritizes the health and safety of all her patients and listens attentively to their concerns. She is passionate about her work, both in the operating room and in the clinic, and always strives to deliver effortlessly beautiful results. She specializes in non-surgical masseter reduction (jawline slimming), fillers, and neuromodulators (like Botox). She also performs microneedling, hand rejuvenation, and scalp injections for hair restoration. Outside the clinic, Jinli is constantly expanding her medical knowledge of the latest and most advanced surgical techniques by actively attending seminars, conferences, and workshops.
Before becoming a physician assistant, Jinli worked as a medical researcher, assisting with multiple research studies in the fields of psychiatry, neurology, and dermatology. In her free time, she is an avid traveler and enjoys trying new foods. Her hobbies include hiking, often accompanied by her 12-year-old Pomeranian, Pumpkin, cooking, volunteering, and spending time with her friends and family.
- Member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
- Member of the Association of Plastic Surgery Physician Assistants (APSPA)
- Member of the California Academy of Physician Assistants (CAPA)
Education
| August 2018 | Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine, Portland, OR Master of Physician Assistant Studies |
| June 2010 | Portland State University, Portland, OR Bachelor of Science in Biology, cum laude |
Physician Assistant Educational Experience
| Clinical Year: | 14 months of rotations in primary care and medical specialties (2,000 clinic hours). Dermatology (Ada West Dermatology, Boise, ID) – Assisted in office procedures including excisions, skin closures, cryotherapy, and MOHs surgery. Evaluated, diagnosed and developed treatment plans in clinic. Plastic Surgery (Donald Yoo MD Facial Plastic Surgery, Beverly Hills, CA) – First assisted in rhinoplasties, rib graft harvest, temporalis fascia harvest, buccal fat removal, genioplasty, and blepharoplasty. Facilitated in pre and post-operative patient care management and nonsurgical procedures. General Surgery (Sky Lakes Medical Center, Klamath Falls, OR) – Outpatient pre-operative clinic evaluations, treatment and management of GI conditions. First assisted in laparotomy, and laparoscopic procedures, thyroidectomies, and hernia repairs. Performed skin closures using various suture techniques and staples. Orthopedics (North Bend Medical Center, Coos Bay, OR) – Outpatient/surgical treatment and management of orthopedic conditions. Assisted in OR with arthroplasties, traumatic injuries, and arthroscopic soft tissue injury repair. Emergency Medicine (Peace Health Medical Center, Florence, OR) – Evaluated patients, determined appropriate workup, interpreted labs and imaging. Performed various procedures including laceration repair, I&D of soft tissue skin infections, and nerve blocks. |
Professional Experience
| 2015 – 2016 | ASCELEPES Research Centers, Panorama City, CA Clinical Research Coordinator |
| 2014 – 2015 | Oregon Stroke Center, Portland, OR Clinical Research Assistant II |
| 2011 – 2013 | OHSU Department of Dermatology, Portland, OR Clinical Assistant |
Certifications
| Certified Physician Assistant License #: PA56114 | expires 5/2020 | |
| Advance Cardiac Life Support (AHA) | expires 8/2021 | |
| Basic Cardiac Life Support (AHA) | expires 8/2021 |
Professional Memberships
| 2016-present | American Academy of Physician Assistants, member |
| 2018-present | Association of Plastic Surgery Physician Assistants, member |
| 2018-present | California Academy of Physician Assistants, member |
