About Karen Young
Karen Young is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner licensed in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC, with a diverse clinical background spanning emergency medicine, trauma care, aesthetics, and medical weight management. With extensive experience in medical weight loss and a variety of treatment options, including GLP-1–based therapies, Karen is dedicated to helping patients achieve safe, sustainable results through personalized, evidence-based care. She partners closely with each patient to develop individualized treatment plans that align with their health goals, lifestyle, and medical history, providing ongoing guidance and support every step of the way.
Karen earned both her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing degrees from Georgetown University. She spent the majority of her nursing career in busy emergency departments and Level I trauma centers, where she developed ex567ceptional clinical judgment and expertise in caring for patients with complex medical conditions. She later expanded her practice into aesthetic medicine, combining her clinical experience with a passion for helping patients look and feel their best.
Her clinical interests include weight management, metabolic health, preventive medicine, women’s health, aesthetic medicine, and wellness optimization. Karen is committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care that empowers patients to improve their health, enhance their confidence, and achieve lasting wellness.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- The George Washington University, Master's in Adult Health Nursing
- The George Washington University, Bachelor's
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1558237347
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What practice does Karen Young work with?
Karen Young works with Capitol Contours.
What languages does Karen Young speak?
Karen Young speaks English.