Marites Yao

Marites Yao is a dedicated healthcare professional with diverse experience spanning various roles in the medical field. Currently serving as a Physician Assistant Student at the University of Southern California since August 2021, Marites has also worked as a Clinical Research Associate at Elly since June 2020 and as the CEO/Founder of Adventur•ish since October 2017, focusing on apparel for cyclists. Previous experience includes serving as a Clinical Care Associate at Cedars-Sinai, where Marites played a key role in streamlining clinic processes, and as a Certified Medical Assistant at Keck Medicine of USC and Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic, managing patient flow and assisting with clinical procedures. Early career roles feature patient care and administrative support in various capacities, including as a Care Extender at UCLA and providing assistance during an externship with Congresswoman Judy Chu. Marites Yao's educational background includes attendance at La Salle High School from 2000 to 2004.