Melissa Young, MD
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Dr. Young is a Certified Functional Medicine specialist through the Institute for Functional Medicine. She has completed a two-year Residential Integrative Medicine Fellowship with the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona, Tucson, studying with Andrew Weil, a pioneer in the field of Integrative Medicine.
To help bridge the mental and emotional aspects of healing she has done additional training in Mind-Body Medicine with the Chopra Center, The Center for Mind Body Medicine and the University of Massachusetts Center for Mindfulness.
Dr. Young received her medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York in 1995 and completed residency training in Internal Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City in 1998. She is board-certified in Internal Medicine.
She emphasizes a holistic approach to acute and chronic disease with a focus on healthy lifestyle choices which include nutrition, sleep, physical activity, and stress management. All interventions are as natural as possible and may also include dietary supplements, herbs, hormone balancing, detoxification, and mind-body practices. Dr. Young may refer for acupuncture, manual therapy, Reiki, Chinese Herbal therapy, and holistic psychotherapy and mind-body work when warranted. She embraces an interactive, healing partnership between physician and patient with a focus on restoring balance within each person to achieve optimal health and wellness. Dr. Young looks for the underlying root cause of disease and helps patients in prevention as well as treatment of complex chronic diseases. As each patient is unique, Dr. Young seeks to assess all aspects of an individual’s lifestyle, genetics, environment, emotions, beliefs, and social relationships which influence health and disease.
Common conditions she treats include autoimmune diseases, chronic digestive issues like IBS, Â IBD, and SIBO, thyroid disease, anxiety and depression, chronic headaches, weight management issues, metabolic syndrome and diabetes, chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia.
Dr. Young practices Functional Medicine at the Center for Functional Medicine at Cleveland Clinic at the Chagrin Falls Family Health Center location.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2013
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - University of Arizona Medical Center
Integrative Medicine
Tucson,
AZ USA
2003
Residency - Lenox Hill Hospital
Internal Medicine
New York,
NY USA
1998
Medical Education - Albert Einstein College of Medicine
New York,
NY USA
1995
Undergraduate - Hunter College
Biology
New York,
NY USA
1990
Specialty Interests
Integrative Medicine, Functional Medicine
Research & Publications
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As of 4/13/2023, Dr. Young has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Young receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- Ankura Consulting Group, LLC
Donation of Financial Interest. Dr. Young has consulted for, received compensation for serving as a fiduciary from, or received royalties from the following companies but instructed them to donate all compensation to not-for-profit causes or to the Cleveland Clinic to support research and education:
- Symposia Medicus, Inc.
Public Health Service-Reportable Financial Conflicts of Interest. Cleveland Clinic scientists and physicians engage in basic, translational and clinical research activities, working to solve health problems, enhance patient care and improve quality of life for patients. Interactions with industry are essential to bringing the researchers' discoveries to the public, but can present the potential for conflicts of interest related to their research activities. Click here to view a listing of instances where Cleveland Clinic has identified a Public Health Service (PHS)-Reportable Financial Conflict of Interest and has put measures in place to ensure that, to the extent possible, the design, conduct and reporting of the research is free from bias.
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233 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
54 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Apr 17, 2023
Dr. Young is an outstanding, knowledgeable, attentive physician. She is a tremendous asset to your facility
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2023
Dr. Young is a great and caring doctor.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2023
Dr. Melissa Young is polite, knowledgeable and informative. She takes time to explain medical terms and conditions which is helpful.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2023
Enjoyed my one-on-one with Dr. Young. She listened well and asked lots of questions. I'm looking forward to my follow up visit.
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2023
I absolutely love, Dr. Melissa Young! She has been instrumental in helping my body heal and truthfully, saving my life. I do recommend the Cleveland Clinic as much as possible. But, the more people I recommend, the less likely I am to be able to get an appointment when I need it. When I recommend the Cleveland Clinic, it's usually on social media.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2023
Dr. Young is so knowledgeable yet very compassionate. She is an asset to the Cleveland Clinic.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2023
I have repeatedly stated that Dr. Young is an outstanding doctor. She should be the role model for anyone in FM. Her depth of knowledge, caring attitude, and memory for details is amazing. I continue to see her even paying out of network fees because of her care.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2023
My appt got canceled and rescheduled twice after waiting months for the appointment. But finally got scheduled again with Dr. Young.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2023
I appreciate the way Dr Young listens and addresses my concerns.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2023
Dr Young is a treasure! I can't say enough good things about her. I've been a patient with her for several years and together we are improving my health. She listens, she cares and her knowledge base is so deep. There are other options but no one has the depth of experience and training that Dr Young has, and that is priceless.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2023
Dr Young listened well to my concerns. She asked me several times at different points in the visit if I had any questions. I felt heard and never rushed. I came away from the appointment feeling positive and optimistic.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2023
Melissa Young is a very caring and patient doctor!
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2023
Dr Young is fantastic. She is very thorough and such a good listener. I am so grateful to have found her
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2023
Dr Young was very attentive
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023
Fantastic time with Dr.Young
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2023
Dr. Young is outstanding. She explains things well, looks at the whole picture and takes a realistic approach to functional medicine.
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2023
Dr. Young is very prompt and helpful with her responses
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2023
Very happy to have Dr. Young as my doctor
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2023
Dr. Young is very empathic and a careful listener. She's also excellent at explaining things/answering ALL my questions!
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2023
Dr. Young is just the best-so knowledgeable and so personable. I learn so much every time I see her.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2023
Dr. Young is compassionate, caring, experienced & knowledgeable! She's helped me so much!!
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2023
Dr. Young is great. She has been a huge help. Feel better than I have in years.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2023
Dr. Young is very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain diagnoses and treatment approach. She listens to my symptoms and questions with interest and curiosity. She also provided reading recommendations for my further of understanding of treatment.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2023
In person appointments always provide more information to the provider but the option for video appointment allowed me the flexibility that I needed for this appointment. Dr. Young clearly cares about my wellness and enjoys sharing her knowledge to my benefit.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2023
Dr Melissa Young is so good and empathetic. She makes me feel listened to, taken care of.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2023
Dr Young and FM docs are in high demand, especially w/ more patients seeking altermatove healthcare outside of alopathics. Dr. Young is fabulous, so understandable that appts fill up, but well worth the wait and cancellations occur. Clinic needs more FM docs like her!!
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2023
Dr Young ihas been recommended to others, the best doctor in my yrs of medical care. Her compassion, knowledge, treatment that includes patient input / evaluation / concerns starts with listening skills & patience. Always feel cared bout, positive, and confident In her care.
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2023
Dr. Young is one of the most caring, kind, and patient doctors I have ever known (and I've been to many)!
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2023
Dr Young has helped me so much in solving health issues I have been struggling with for years!!!!
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2023
Wonderful doctor! Intelligent, thorough, and caring. Would highly recommend her to a friend.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2022
Very high demand for functional medicine department. Would love to see more providers added to department to meet additional appointments needs.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2022
She was very good
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2022
Dr. Young is really a concerned, competent doctor. However, it is the system that is not adequate. Sometimes, with the complications of Functional Medicine, 15 minutes is not enough time to examine a problem. I find that, after a problem is identified, the next appointment doesn't need to be so lengthy. I am not saying that patients need to see the doctor for an hour, but sometimes an extra 5 minutes time would be far more helpful.
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2022
I feel VERY fortunate to be seeing Dr. Melissa Young!
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2022
I can't figure out how to upload things on my chart. All the doctors are very busy. Dr. Young is very knowledgeable. A great doctor.
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2022
Dr. Young is knowledgeable, caring and encouraging - a great combination.
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2022
Dr Young was accessible, personable and well grounded in functional medicine. As in our first meeting, her consultation was very helpful and her guidance clear. I have acquired the supplements she proposed for this phase of my treatment and I have begun following the schedule. I am also mindful of my own attitudes and responsibilities and their role in the healing process.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2022
Appreciated that Dr. Young actually looked at me during my visit and had a conversation. With the conversion to medical records being electronic, most medical visits the provider talks and looks at the computer screen and spends very little if any time making eye contact and looking at me.
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2022
Dr. Young is kind and knowledgeable. She also listens to my updates and adapts treatment to fit the need.
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2022
Not enough time for good discussion. Felt like doctor very rush, especially when kept reminding me of running out of time for visit.
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2022
Dr. Young is one of the best
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2022
Dr. Young is personable, professional, and very well experienced I feel very confident in her as a practitioner
Reviewed on Sep 6, 2022
Dr Young is outstanding. I go through all the hoops and headaches of being out of network and pay almost $400.00 per appointment because her care, concern and knowledge of my health is priceless.
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2022
I have found Dr. Young's office to be very easy to work with. Cleveland Clinic in general has been it's been an easy provider to make arrangements with. Your communication is wonderful.
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2022
Dr. Young is very easy to work with. She is polite and straightforward with her thoughts regarding my care. The information she gives during my appointment is concise and straightforward and put in a way it can be understood and implemented.
Reviewed on Aug 22, 2022
Dr Young is very professional, knowledgeable, thorough and caring. She explains everything in an easy to understand manner.
Reviewed on Aug 1, 2022
Dr. Young is the gold standard. I have recommended her to family. It's tough to get in with her, but so worth the wait. She is a treasure and truly cares. I feel so much better with her treatment.
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022
Dr.Young is caring and very knowledgeable. I feel like she has my best interest in mind, and makes me feel valued.
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2022
Excellent physician! Dr. Young said very specific things that were stated in a diagnostic test. I was simply amazed! Love love love Dr Young!!!
Reviewed on Jul 18, 2022
Was to me a good start of the doctor understanding my objectives and of her outlining her suggested objectives and approaches.
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2022
Dr Young was very thorough in looking over my records, test results, medications and supplements. She really took the time. And her recommendations to do something so very obvious and basic as a stool test makes me very confident in her care.
Reviewed on Jun 6, 2022
Dr. Young is very knowledgeable and she reviewed my file before meeting me. A tried professional.
Reviewed on Jun 6, 2022
All is good with my appointments with Dr. Young, very satisfied.
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2022
Dr. Young's schedule is always booked.