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Dr. Melissa Young-Harkins, DO

Pediatrics* Age 54
Dr. Melissa Young-Harkins, DO
2.5 (19 Ratings)
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Dr. Melissa Young-Harkins, DO is a Pediatrician in Decatur, AL.
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Dr. Melissa Young-Harkins, DO

Pediatrics* Age 54
Decatur, AL
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience
Dr. Melissa Young-Harkins, DO is a Pediatrician in Decatur, AL.

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Dr. Young-Harkins graduated from Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine. Dr. Melissa Young-Harkins, DO is a Pediatrician in Decatur, AL and has 30 years experience. Dr. Young-Harkins currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Decatur Morgan Hospital. At present, Dr. Young-Harkins received an average rating of 2.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 19 times. Dr. Young-Harkins' office accepts new patients. Dr. Young-Harkins is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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  1. 1 Office
    1802 Presbyterian Dr SW, Decatur, AL 35603
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2.5
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Aug 15, 2023
Excellent with children and families, especially families that have medically complex children.
— Aug 15, 2023
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Specialties*
Pediatrics
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Education

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  • Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine
    1994
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  • Pediatrics
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Melissa Young-Harkins, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Young-Harkins' profile.

Dr. Melissa Young-Harkins, DO is affiliated with Decatur Morgan Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Melissa Young-Harkins, DO holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Decatur Morgan Hospital

    1201 7th St SE, Decatur, AL