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Laura Young, MD, PhD - Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism

Laura Young, MD, PhD

Associate Professor of Medicine

Director of the UNC Fellowship in Endocrinology

Diabetes and Metabolism School of Medicine Dimock College Advisor

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Laura Young, MD, PhD

Associate Professor of Medicine

Director of the UNC Fellowship in Endocrinology

Diabetes and Metabolism School of Medicine Dimock College Advisor

Areas of Interest

Type 1 diabetes Type 2 diabetes Technology use in diabetes management Management of diabetes in older adults Use of continuous glucose monitoring in diabetes care Pragmatic trial design and implementation in real world practice settings

About

Dr. Young specializes in the care of patients with diabetes. She enjoys working closely with patients to help them realize and achieve both their short- and long-term health goals. In addition to her clinical work and research, Dr. Young spends a significant amount of her time at UNC working with trainees. She serves as the Dimock College Advisor within the School of Medicine Advising Program. She also serves as the Endocrinology Fellowship Program Director. Dr. Young’s research program focuses on a wide breadth of areas in diabetes, but with a special interest in the use of technology in diabetes. A common thread throughout much of Dr. Young’s research is the use of novel behavioral approaches to improve the care of patients with diabetes. The overarching goal of her clinical and research efforts is to help patients with diabetes live happier, healthier lives. Dr. Young has become a leader in implementing large scale, pragmatic trials in real world clinical settings. In her free time, Dr. Young enjoys taking long walks, cooking, gardening, and spending time with family and friends.

  • Undergraduate

    Michigan State University

  • Medical School

    University of Cincinnati

  • Residency

    University of North Carolina

  • Fellowship

    University of Pennsylvania