Dr. Colby Young, MD

Dr. Colby Young, MD

Hand Surgeon
4530 S. Eastern Ave., #1, Las Vegas, NV 89119

At a glance

5.00 stars (6 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 23 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Ohio State University
Works at Hand Surgery Specialists of Nevada
2 office locations
5.00
6 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.2

Recent reviews

Dr. Young was very informative with directions on how I am doing and what will be done in the future.
Dr. Young is very personable - I felt he was unhurried and made me feel comfortable in discussing my medical issues.

Office locations

1
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Hand Surgery Specialists of Nevada
4530 S. Eastern Ave., #1, Las Vegas, NV, 89119
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2.
Hand Surgery Specialists of Nevada
9321 W Sunset Rd., Las Vegas, NV, 89148

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Arthritis
Carpal tunnel & related syndromes
Joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand
Arthritis
Carpal tunnel & related syndromes
Joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand

More about Dr. Colby Young, MD

Dr. Colby Young was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. After completing his high school training at the prestigious St. Xavier High School, he continued his studies at Northwestern University where he obtained his B.A. in Political Science. Dr. Young returned to Ohio for his medical school training after receiving a full academic scholarship to The Ohio State University College of Medicine. After completing his surgical internship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Dr. Young’s desire to serve the underprivileged and underserved took him to Los Angeles where he completed his Orthopedic Surgery residency at Martin Luther King/ Charles R. Drew Medical Center. His interest in the care of the hand and upper extremity led him to Indianapolis, Indiana where he specialized in hand and microvascular surgery at the internationally renowned Indiana Hand Center. It was here that he received advanced training in conditions affecting the upper extremity including arthritis, arthroscopy, congenital, sports, trauma, and work related injuries. Dr. Young is nationally published in orthopedic journals, has written numerous articles, as well as book chapters on issues affecting the orthopedic patient. His work has been presented at national and international conferences. He is an AO Faculty member, an organization which continues physician's education in the fields of Orthopedics and Hand Surgery. Dr. Young served as hand consultant for the Las Vegas Gladiators professional football team, USA Boxing, and cares for UFC athletes and members of UNLV athletic programs and professional athletes. Dr. Young brings with him the most up-to-date techniques and treatment of conditions affecting the upper extremity with a special interest in sports injuries of the elbow, wrist, and hand.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - Ohio State University
Northwestern University (Bachelor’s)
Cleveland Clinic (Internship)
Martin Luther King Jr. / Charles R. Drew Medical Center, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
Indiana Hand Center, Fellowship in Hand and Microvascular Surgery

Practice

Hand Surgery Specialists of Nevada

Affiliation

University Medical Center
Centennial Hills Hospital
Desert Springs Hospital Medical Center
MountainView Hospital
Saint Rose Dominican Hospital - San Martin Campus
Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - Rose de Lima Campus
Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - Siena Campus
Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center
Summerlin Hospital Medical Center

Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Surgery of the Hand (Orthopaedic Surgery)

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1447270178

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.17
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Young is very personable - I felt he was unhurried and made me feel comfortable in discussing my medical issues.
Dr. Young was very informative with directions on how I am doing and what will be done in the future.
Awesome.
Elexant.
Good news no surgery after all! I like that doc is conservative in his treatment, but also seems right on top of where we may have to go. His staff is very friendly and good to work with.
Frequently asked questions

Which hospital is Dr. Colby Young affiliated with?

Dr. Colby Young is affiliated with University Medical Center, Centennial Hills Hospital, and Desert Springs Hospital Medical Center.

What practice does Dr. Colby Young work with?

Dr. Colby Young works with Hand Surgery Specialists of Nevada.

Where is Dr. Colby Young's office located?

Dr. Colby Young has 2 office locations in Las Vegas, view full addresses on Dr. Young's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Colby Young have?

Dr. Colby Young is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and Surgery of the Hand (Orthopaedic Surgery).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Colby Young?

Dr. Colby Young frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Hand Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Colby Young on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Colby Young speak?

Dr. Colby Young speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Colby Young in reviews?

6 patients have reviewed Dr. Colby Young. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.17/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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