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Dr. Linda L. Young, MD

(215 Ratings)

Specializes in: Family Medicine

Professional interests include: memory disorders, cholesterol problems (lipid disorders), headache, and more.

3413 Cherry Street
Erie, PA 16508

(814) 868-9828

Dr. Linda L. Young, MD is a family medicine practitioner in Erie, PA specializing in family medicine. Dr. Linda L. Young, MD is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network.

Office Locations

Allegheny Health Network

3413 Cherry Street
Erie, PA 16508

(814) 868-9828

(814) 868-8561

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Some issues Dr. Linda L. Young, MD can help you with:

Headache

Headaches are dull or sharp pains that occur in regions of the head and face. Headaches occur in many different forms and vary in location, severity, and duration. They are not necessarily a sign of an underlying illness and often resolve on their own. However, headaches can present significant day-to-day discomfort. The most common forms of headaches include:

Migraines: one of the most prevalent types of headache, migraines typically last from two hours to three days, causing a throbbing pain on one side of the head. Nausea, sensitivity to bright lights, fatigue, and blurred vision all may accompany migraines. While migraines have no known cure, medications and lifestyle modifications may ease symptoms. Avoiding behaviors that may trigger migraines such as lack of sleep or loud, repetitive noises can improve headaches.
Tension headaches: also known as stress headaches, these headaches are characterized by pain in the upper top part of the head and behind the eyes. Tension headaches are common and have no exact cause; however, certain practices may increase the likelihood of developing them. For example, wearing one's hair up in a tight hairstyle or wearing a restrictive hat can put pressure on the scalp, leading to a tension headache. Other causes of tension headaches may include alcohol or nicotine use, caffeine, teeth grinding, stress, overexertion, and eye strain. Some people find posture improvement, alternating sleeping positions, and neck exercise can alleviate tension headaches. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may also reduce tension-headache pain.
Sinus headaches: this type of headache causes pain in the sinuses, but may progress to pain and pressure in the eyes, forehead, and cheeks. These headaches are often accompanied by nasal congestion, fatigue, and ache in the upper teeth and may or may not be caused by sinus infections or sinusitis (sinus inflammation). Some sinus headaches are allergic headaches, which arise from allergic triggers such as seasonal allergies (pollen allergies) or hay fever, causing sinus pressure and facial pain. Other symptoms of allergic headaches include nasal congestion, irritated or watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. Allergic headaches may be treated with antihistamine medications such as cetirizine (Zyrtec). Allergic headaches are common during pollen season, which is usually around springtime.
Cluster headaches: these headaches occur suddenly and cause stabbing, sharp pain from one eye down to the one side of the neck. They are often referred to as the most aggravating and painful type of headaches. Other symptoms of cluster headaches include nasal congestion, droopy eyelid, and enlarged pupil on one side of the face. In the past, it was widely believed that cluster headaches were caused by a bevy or "cluster" of multiple types of headaches, such as a combination of an allergic headache and a tension headache. Medical experts now recognize that cluster headaches are a separate and unique form of headache. Cluster headaches last for around twenty minutes to two hours. They may recur throughout the period of a day or several weeks, but usually dissipate within a month. Treatment for cluster headaches includes over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Prescription Prednisone can help with swelling and Verapamil may reduce pain by relaxing the blood vessels.

Living with headaches is challenging; headaches can prevent people from fully enjoying life. Medical treatment and care in avoiding certain triggers can help those with headaches begin to feel normal once again.

Heart Problems

The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.

Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.

Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.

Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.

Mental Health Issues

Mental health issues, also referred to as mental health disorders or mental health illnesses, are a wide variety of conditions that impact behavior, emotion, and cognition. There are many different forms of mental health issues, some of which are acute (short-term), while others are chronic. Common mental health issues include:

Anxiety disorders, such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and phobias
Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder
Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia
Personality disorders, such as borderline and narcissistic personality disorders
Grief and trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Impulse control and addiction disorders
Psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder

No single cause of mental health issues exists. Multiple factors may increase one's risk for developing mental health issues, including but not limited to:

Genetic history
Chemical imbalances in the brain
Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Substance use
Exposure to viruses, chemicals, or other substances in the womb
Adverse life experiences, such as childhood trauma or recurring stress
Isolation and poor living conditions

Mental health issues are typically diagnosed by a provider like a psychiatrist or a psychologist. These issues are diagnosed through psychological evaluation and talk therapy.

Mental health therapy can be an effective tool in supporting people who are struggling with unwanted feelings, behaviors, or difficult circumstances in their lives. Many forms of therapy are available, including specialized therapies tailored to particular disorders. For many issues, therapists help patients manage their conditions through talk therapy. Other treatments can include medication or stays at a psychiatric facility. Mental health therapy can help people with mental health issues improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Linda L. Young, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Erie, PA during 2012 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	383
preventive care	48
vaccines	48

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Linda L. Young, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Erie, PA during 2013 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	373
preventive care	79
vaccines	79

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD.

**Gender**
Male	40
Female	105

**Age**
From 65 to 74	68
From 75 to 84	41
85 and over	18
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD in 2013

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	32
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Linda L. Young, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Erie, PA during 2014 were preventive care, vaccines and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	356
lab tests	15
preventive care	53
vaccines	53

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD.

**Gender**
Male	41
Female	105

**Age**
From 65 to 74	68
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	23
Less than 65	16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD in 2014

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Linda L. Young, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Erie, PA during 2015 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	344
preventive care	130
vaccines	130

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD.

**Gender**
Male	84
Female	208

**Age**
From 65 to 74	144
From 75 to 84	74
85 and over	40
Less than 65	34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD in 2015

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Linda L. Young, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Erie, PA during 2016 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	292
preventive care	90
vaccines	90

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD.

**Gender**
Male	44
Female	106

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	150
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	82
From 75 to 84	41
85 and over	16
Less than 65	11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD in 2016

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	32
Dementia	7
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Linda L. Young, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Erie, PA during 2017 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	307
preventive care	68
vaccines	68

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD.

**Gender**
Male	49
Female	103

**Age**
From 65 to 74	85
From 75 to 84	41
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD in 2017

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	32
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Linda L. Young, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Erie, PA during 2018 were preventive care, vaccines and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	330
lab tests	22
preventive care	86
vaccines	86

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD.

**Gender**
Male	48
Female	110

**Age**
From 65 to 74	83
From 75 to 84	51
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD in 2018

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Linda L. Young, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Erie, PA during 2019 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	285
preventive care	69
vaccines	69

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD.

**Gender**
Male	50
Female	117

**Age**
From 65 to 74	90
From 75 to 84	49
85 and over	14
Less than 65	14

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD in 2019

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Linda L. Young, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Erie, PA during 2020 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	133
preventive care	67
vaccines	67

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD.

**Gender**
Male	39
Female	103

**Age**
From 65 to 74	84
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD in 2020

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Linda L. Young, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Erie, PA during 2021 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	223
preventive care	53
vaccines	53

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD.

**Gender**
Male	57
Female	181

**Age**
From 65 to 74	127
From 75 to 84	66
85 and over	29
Less than 65	16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD in 2021

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	16
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	5
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	20
Dementia	6
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Linda L. Young, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Erie, PA during 2022 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	214
preventive care	49
vaccines	49

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD.

**Gender**
Male	49
Female	138

**Age**
From 65 to 74	104
From 75 to 84	51
85 and over	18
Less than 65	14

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD in 2022

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	173

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD.

**Gender**
Male	45
Female	136

**Age**
From 65 to 74	96
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	20
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD in 2023

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Linda L. Young, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Erie, PA during 2024 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	168
preventive care	37
vaccines	37

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD.

**Gender**
Male	43
Female	132

**Age**
From 65 to 74	82
From 75 to 84	64
85 and over	16
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD in 2024

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Linda L. Young, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Erie, PA were preventive care, vaccines and lab tests.

doctor visit	275
lab tests	18
preventive care	69
vaccines	69

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD.

**Gender**
Female	118
Male	45

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	11
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	14
75 to 84	46
Less than 65	11
65 to 74	85

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Linda L. Young, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	25
Atrial Fibrillation	5
Cancer	7
Dementia	1

Education & Training

She completed residency at Saint Vincent Health Ctr.. She is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine - Family Medicine and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Residency: Saint Vincent Health Ctr.

Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine - Family Medicine

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Linda L. Young, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 215 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Linda L. Young, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Erie, PA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Linda L. Young, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$808 INVOKANA $562	XARELTO $205	INVOKAMET $29	$12
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation	$717 JANUMET XR $362	GARDASIL9 $84	DULERA $76	BELSOMRA $53	ZETIA $48	Other $94
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$503 FARXIGA $127	DUTOPROL $96	CRESTOR $81	SYMBICORT $57	MOVANTIK $51	Other $91
Lilly USA, LLC	$482 BASAGLAR $140	TRULICITY $79	FORTEO $60	GLYXAMBI $58	JARDIANCE $35	Other $109
Novo Nordisk Inc	$340 Victoza $138	Tresiba $90	Saxenda $60	NovoLog $14	$39
Other	$1,959 Repatha $259	BREO $128	STIOLTO $94	Welchol $85	ELIQUIS $82	Other $1,310

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$4,780
Education	$29

Biography

Dr. Linda Young specializes in family medicine and practices in Erie, PA. On average, patients gave Dr. Young a rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Her clinical interests include heart problems, headache, and mental health issues. She is professionally affiliated with Allegheny Health Network.