Summary

Dr. Desmond Young is a pulmonologist who also specializes in critical care medicine, bringing 26 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine and has developed expertise in treating complex respiratory conditions and providing intensive care for critically ill patients. Dr. Young is fluent in Russian and Spanish, enabling him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Young practices at multiple locations in South Carolina, including Murrells Inlet and Georgetown, with primary affiliations at Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital and Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital. He focuses on treating chronic lung disease, COPD, and helping patients overcome tobacco use disorders. His clinical expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to evaluate lung health and breathing capacity. Patients have rated Dr. Young 4.6 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
Read More Read less

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 26 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Russian, Spanish
  • University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine
  • 14 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Desmond James Young has 3 locations

Inlet Pulmonary Critical Care And Sleep Medicine

4057 Highway 17Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital

4070 Highway 17Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

Compare with Similar Doctors

Dr. Desmond James Young, MD
Alexandra Anatolievna Armstrong
Dr. Chandar Raja Abboy, MD
Snigdha Sharma
Dr. Desmond James Young, MDAlexandra Anatolievna ArmstrongDr. Chandar Raja Abboy, MDSnigdha Sharma
PulmonologyAnesthesiologyCritical Care MedicineCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.2 
26 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Russian, Spanish Speaks English, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
Murrells Inlet , SCMyrtle Beach , SCConway , SCConway , SC
Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Science Arts & Technology (Usat) Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Madras Medical College Med School: Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College
Current Profile
View Profile View Profile View Profile

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Desmond James Young

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Golden Rule
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • MVP Health Care
  • Priority Health
  • Sana
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Desmond James Young has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Desmond James Young has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Emphysema
  • Insomnia
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Dr. Desmond James Young holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Young's NPI number is 1760425532.

Similar doctors

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Desmond Young?
You can find contact information for Dr. Desmond Young here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Desmond Young affiliated with?
Dr. Desmond Young is affiliated with Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital.
Where is Dr. Desmond Young's office located?
Dr. Desmond Young's office is located at 4057 Highway 17, Murrells Inlet, SC, 29576.
Does Dr. Desmond Young accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Desmond Young has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Desmond Young accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Desmond Young accepts on their Vitals profile.

Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.