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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\u2019s 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\u2019s 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. 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