Back to Search

Zhang, Yan, MD, PhD

Gender

Female

Language

English, Mandarin

Providing the best care to our patients and their companions requires communicating in a way everyone understands. Interpreter services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. All spoken languages are available, as well as American Sign Language (AS/L).

Specialties
Accepting New Patients
  • Neurology
Areas of Expertise
EEG, Epilepsy, Neurosciences, Seizures

Hospitals and Organizations

  • Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
  • Hartford Hospital
  • Integrated Care Partners
  • Charlotte Hungerford Hospital

Education

Graduate School
SUNY - Stony Brook

Medical School
Peking University Health Science Center, Bejing

Internship
St. Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Center ‐ Internal Medicine
John F. Kennedy Medical Center ‐ Neurology

Residency
Hartford Hospital ‐ Neurology

Fellowship
Yale New Haven Hospital ‐ Epilepsy

Research Fellowship
SUNY - Stony Brook ‐ Neurobiology

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Zhang is an amazing doctor. Not only does she listen to her patients, she's extremely knowledgeable and also truly cares about her patients.

5 out of 5 stars

Attentive, kind & caring. Listens, understands & responds.

5 out of 5 stars

Zhang has been a perfect doctor to work with during these difficult times.

5 out of 5 stars

Kathleen takes the time to listen and talk about questions and problems. She explains everything in a simple way and explains the supporting studies.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Zhang is consistent, positive, and attentive with her medical care.

5 out of 5 stars

I am very happy with Dr Zhang. I feel like my epilepsy hasnt been taken seriously for a while because I don't have many episodes anymore, Dr Zhang took it seriously and that's very much appreciated.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Zhang listened, spent time without rushing and allowed me to participate in next steps. Kind and professional

Other Reviews from Around the Web

5 out of 5 stars

She is amazing Dr. Zhang She is kind and you leave her feeling in good hands. She very kind and gentle. and keeps you up to date on everything you are having done. She is such a a good person making her an extra special Dr. She also speaks so you understand your medical issues, doesn't make you feel stupid. Dr. Yan Zhang is a jewel

5 out of 5 stars

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Zhang. I appreciate that she really takes the time to listen to her patients and how she explains everything that’s going in ways that I’m able to understand. She is kind and extremely knowledgeable !

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Yan Zhang is an exceptional physician. She is informative, approachable, and shows genuine concern. With each visit, Dr. Zhang brings patience and a keen ear to understand your particular health needs. This said, you feel heard as an active part of determining the best course of care. Without hesitation, I highly recommend Dr. Yan Zhang!

5 out of 5 stars

The staff is very good. When I arrive at the Doctor office I never have to wait long.they are very Caring and they Explain Everything to me. I also have a Nurse that calls me every week to see how I'm feeling I am very Thankful for everyone.

Bio

Dr. Zhang received her medical degree from Peking Union Medical College in Beijing, China. She obtained her PhD degree in Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology from Stony Brook University in New York. She did her internship at St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center in New York. She completed her neurology residency at University of Connecticut and Hartford Hospital during which she served as a chief resident. She then pursued fellowship training in epilepsy at Yale Comprehensive Epilepsy Center.

Dr. Zhang is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

She is a member of American Academy of Neurology, and American Epilepsy Society.

Insurance

Aetna, Anthem, Cigna Healthcare, Colonial Cooperative Care, Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc., Connecticare, First Health Group Corp., Health New England, Multiplan, Northeast Health Direct, Oxford Health Plans, United Healthcare, BCBS Medicare, Connecticare Commercial, Connecticare Medicare, Corvel, Coventry, Essence Healthcare, Evercare, Focus, Health Connecticut, Health Direct, Healthy Connecticut, Prime Health Services, Private Health Care Systems, Inc., Senior Whole Health, WellCare of Connecticut, Inc., One Health Plan/ Great-West Healthcare, CarePartners of Connecticut

This information is subject to change at any time. Please check with your insurance provider before scheduling your appointment or receiving services to confirm they are a participating member of the Hartford HealthCare network.

Enlarged Profile Image