Dr. Stephen L Young MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
1414 Physicians Drive Wilmington NC, 28401About
Dr. Stephen Young practices Geriatric Medicine in Wilmington, NC. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Young works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
Education and Training
Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa 1995
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