Accepting New Patients
Paulina M. Young, MD
- Dermatology
Average rating:
5.0
Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.
Santa Clarita Tourney Road Primary & Specialty Care
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27235 Tourney Road, Suite 2500, Valencia, CA 91355
US
Languages
Education
Medical Board Certification
Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology, 2024
Residency
Dermatology, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, 2024
Internship
Internal Medicine, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, 2021
Degree
MD, University of Southern California School of Medicine, 2020
Locations
Hospital Affiliations
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Shield of California
- Centivo
- Cigna
- First Health
- Health Net of California
- Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
- Medicare Advantage
- MultiPlan
- UFCM Health System
- Prime Health Services
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare
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Reviews
Overall Rating:
5.0
Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.
300 total ratings | 213 reviews
5.0
August 28, 2025
She was very friendly and explained everything to me.
5.0
August 28, 2025
Very kind and professional. Good advices.
5.0
August 28, 2025
She is so understanding and empathic about my many issues. The frwy was jammed , I was late but she still saw me . I appreciate her so much .
5.0
August 28, 2025
Dr. Young is the best! She is so thorough, thoughtful and caring. I just love her!!!
5.0
August 27, 2025
Very polite, answered my questions.
5.0
August 27, 2025
Great.
5.0
August 27, 2025
Dr. Young was excellent as always!
5.0
August 26, 2025
she is prompt smart and friendly. i really like her a lot
5.0
August 25, 2025
Thorough and professional. Asked a lot of questions and came with knowledge.
5.0
August 22, 2025
She was very thorough and friendly.
5.0
August 21, 2025
Very calm and patient!
5.0
August 21, 2025
Doctor Young is an absolute delight. She is very professional, caring, attentive and thorough. She listens to one’s concerns and responds in kind. Very knowledgeable and detail oriented.
5.0
August 21, 2025
Very satisfied
5.0
August 20, 2025
Very kind and explained everything
5.0
August 20, 2025
It was a wonderful experience.
5.0
August 19, 2025
Dr. Young was very knowledgeable and reassuring. I also appreciated her kindness and ability to explain things clearly for ease of understanding.
5.0
August 19, 2025
Brief but professional. Reassuring m, thorough and explained clearly.
5.0
August 18, 2025
Dr Young was very thorough and helpful. Unlike other dermatologists, she actually took the time to check my body for the issues I had come to see her. Rather than me just telling them.
5.0
August 14, 2025
Doctor and nurse were very helpful and took the time to discuss things thoroughly.
5.0
August 13, 2025
Dr Young listened to my concerns and detailed the procedure. Good experience.
5.0
August 13, 2025
She was prompt and examined my areas of concern. She then explained what she found and what medicine I should use. She also recommended an otc supplement to take to help combat skin cancer.
5.0
August 13, 2025
Dr. Young is great. She explains everything and patiently answers all my questions. She also runs on time.
5.0
August 11, 2025
Good
5.0
August 11, 2025
Excellent service! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
5.0
August 11, 2025
Very nice and helpful
5.0
August 11, 2025
Very kind- explained everything- took time to discuss options
5.0
August 7, 2025
Dr. Young was amazing!! She took the time to address all my concerns and explained everything to me. I look forward to seeing her again!
5.0
August 7, 2025
Doctor Young was excellent - she listened to my concerns and addressed every single one in a way that was easy to understand!
5.0
August 7, 2025
Dr Young was very thorough
5.0
August 6, 2025
Dr Young is keeping my up to date on everything. She is concerned about my well being.
5.0
August 6, 2025
Very kind. Listen to my concerns. Asked me what my focus was for the day. Even answered questions my husband had. Give me very thorough explanations in terms I could understand.
5.0
August 5, 2025
Fantastic
5.0
August 4, 2025
She was amazing and I had a great experience!
5.0
August 2, 2025
She is kind, professional, talented, and highly intelligent. One of the best doctors I have seen.
5.0
August 1, 2025
I needed to come in for a follow up for a rash on my face, and Dr. Young gave me reassurance that it will clear up and also offered an ointment. This rash has gone misdiagnosed by two previous dermatologists, but she nailed it and is treating it with antibiotic. Thank you, Dr. Young
5.0
July 30, 2025
Dr. Young listened carefully about my symptoms, explained very well about the procedure for taking a biopsy sample before doing it. I was comfortable during the procedure and was given clear instructions how to take care of the wound. She prescribed medication cream with instructions. She was professional and caring.
5.0
July 30, 2025
She was informative, knowledgeable and personable. One of the best visits Ive had with UCLA Health
5.0
July 30, 2025
Dr. Young was very attentive and thorough in her examination.
5.0
July 30, 2025
She listened to me and is changing meds to help the situation.
5.0
July 17, 2025
Very thorough and efficient Explained all her activities very well
5.0
July 17, 2025
Very pleased
5.0
July 17, 2025
She was thorough, friendly, and helpful.
5.0
July 11, 2025
The best Doctor in ucla
5.0
July 10, 2025
I couldn't ask for a better primary care!
5.0
July 10, 2025
Great caring Doctor, addressed all my concerns!
5.0
July 10, 2025
Very sweet doc and very professional
5.0
July 8, 2025
Absolute wonderful experience. Knowledgeable great diagnician very happy
5.0
July 8, 2025
She was very good at what she does. A wonderful person I really liked her and would recommend her
5.0
July 7, 2025
Dr Young is very friendly, professional always ensuring you understand the treatment she performs. Very happy with her!
5.0
July 4, 2025
She was very personable and explained her findings and treatment plan. Aftercare was explained. I really liked her.
5.0
July 3, 2025
Dr Young is very professional, thorough and caring
5.0
July 2, 2025
Dr Young was very nice and very thorough
5.0
July 2, 2025
Very good
5.0
July 1, 2025
Dr. Young is probably the most efficient helpful and accommodating doctor I have ever met since I have been with the UCLA system. This is a very intelligent and kind doctor. If I could make her my primary doctor, I would. —loved her!!!
5.0
July 1, 2025
A calm, professional and painless experience.
5.0
July 1, 2025
Dr. Young is amazing! Very knowledgeable and helpful.
5.0
June 28, 2025
The doctor was very friendly and attentive, and I felt very comfortable during the appointment. Everything went very well and I was in and out in no time.
5.0
June 27, 2025
Dr. Was thorough, answered all our questions. She was very caring and supportive and empathetic!
5.0
June 26, 2025
Very pleasant to talk to and receptive. Took the time to discuss my condition and I did not feel rushed
5.0
June 26, 2025
The doctor is friendly and professional.
5.0
June 25, 2025
The best Doctor I’ve ever seen yet
5.0
June 23, 2025
She was kind, good listener, gave me explanation of my case and plan and medicine to follow.
5.0
June 23, 2025
Engaged, interested, and efficient.
5.0
June 23, 2025
Dr. Young was awesome. She was really nice and informative.
5.0
June 18, 2025
Doctor accommodated me in her busy schedule to get a video visit
5.0
June 18, 2025
The doctor listened and was caring.
5.0
June 18, 2025
Dr Young is fantastic. She listens and I feel she really focuses on the needs of the patient. Highly recommend.
5.0
June 18, 2025
Dr. Young is very knowledgeable and answers all my questions. I am very comfortable seeing her as my derm
5.0
June 16, 2025
Dr. Young is a fantastic doctor. Always walking through procedures step by step gently while keeping my anxiety at bay. She is thorough. She is what all doctors should be. Kind and respectful.
5.0
June 16, 2025
Concerns were addressed
5.0
June 16, 2025
Dr. Young was very thorough, friendly, and knowledgable.
5.0
June 12, 2025
Dr. Young was helpful and answered my questions.
5.0
June 12, 2025
Everything was great. Dr. Young worked very hard to stitch up my thin skin and did a great job.
5.0
June 12, 2025
Dr. Young was very attentive and listened to me.
5.0
June 12, 2025
Dr. Young is extremely attentive, caring and knowledgeable.
5.0
June 11, 2025
Everything went smoothly, the doctor was friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful
4.0
June 11, 2025
Took me as soon as entered reaction room.
5.0
June 10, 2025
Doctor is nice and she answered my questions
5.0
June 10, 2025
The doctor was very kind and listened to me. She informed me I needed a biopsy. Procedure was carefully done. I wish I did not have to wait 3 months to get an appointment.
5.0
June 9, 2025
Very efficient but personable
5.0
June 5, 2025
The doctor seem very knowledgeable and professional. I will see her when I need to see Dermatologist. Thank you Dr. Paulina Young
5.0
June 4, 2025
Very pleasant and patient with questions.
5.0
June 3, 2025
Friendly, understanding, presented a good treatment plan.
5.0
June 3, 2025
Wonderful. Didn’t wait long. She was great. Very helpful and thoughtful
5.0
June 2, 2025
Amazing
5.0
June 2, 2025
Kind, courteous team. Dr Young was great. She explained everything she saw on my body and made me feel very comfortable, as always.
5.0
May 30, 2025
Alll good
5.0
May 28, 2025
She was kind and patient. She listened to my concerns and removed a mole while keeping me comfortable.
5.0
May 21, 2025
She’s a good doctor, so caring about my health and she’s very kind and nice
5.0
May 19, 2025
Dr Young was thorough. She addressed my concerns and sent in a Rx for me. I have a follow up in 2 mos.
5.0
May 14, 2025
Dr. gave a thorough dermatology exam.
5.0
May 14, 2025
Very conscientious and empathetic.
5.0
May 14, 2025
Dr. Young listened to my concerns.
5.0
May 14, 2025
She was great
5.0
May 13, 2025
She is a happy camper and I like that made me to forget that I am sick very helpful and she explained everything that I needed to know.
5.0
May 12, 2025
Dr. Young was excellent as always. She has kept me informed as well as calm, during my procedures. I’m extremely happy to have her as my dermatologist.
5.0
May 12, 2025
First time with Dr Paulina Young, she is knowledgeable, professional and friendly.
5.0
May 12, 2025
Dr. Young as well as staff were great—Thank you!!
5.0
May 8, 2025
Very personal and easy to talk to
5.0
May 8, 2025
Best Dr. Ever
5.0
May 8, 2025
Very thorough, informative, and friendly.
5.0
May 8, 2025
My first visit with Dr. Young and she seem competent attentive and very professional. I like her a lot.
5.0
May 7, 2025
So personable. Answers all of my questions. Very thorough and professional. Go Bruins !
5.0
May 6, 2025
Quick, efficient, friendly
5.0
May 6, 2025
Dr was helpful, kind & competent.
5.0
May 5, 2025
Professional and thorough
5.0
May 5, 2025
She was great but I had to wait 40 minutes to see her
5.0
May 2, 2025
Dr. Young is a very good listener and was helpful in explaining that I needed to make a new appointment to get my cyst removed.
5.0
May 1, 2025
great
5.0
April 30, 2025
Dr Young shows knowledge concern and empathy, today was my first visit and I know I’m in good hands!
4.0
April 30, 2025
Dr. Young was really good.
5.0
April 29, 2025
Incredible service. Quick and the doctor was amazing. Kind. Smart. She explained everything perfectly and was gentle.
5.0
April 29, 2025
Dr. Young provided excellent care for my skin issues today. Explained very clearly to me what was involved with the destruction of lesions for Actinic keratosis.
5.0
April 28, 2025
Friendly, quick, thorough.
5.0
April 28, 2025
She listens carefully and explains things clearly. Always friendly and polite.
5.0
April 24, 2025
Dr knew exactly what I had on my scalp and treated it right away.
5.0
April 18, 2025
She is very nice and reassuring.
5.0
April 15, 2025
It was excellent. She was very helpful. Very knowledgeable. She understood my needs. She helped me with no problem. She needs 10. Stars wonderful.
5.0
April 11, 2025
Dr Young was helpful to me in getting the information to me.
5.0
April 10, 2025
She is very pleasant & easy to talk with. Great job doing my body check.
5.0
April 10, 2025
Doctor is receptive to my needs and tries to help
5.0
April 9, 2025
Absolutely LOVED Dr. Young! Knowledgeable, wonderful personality, sincerely, feel very lucky to have found her as my dermatologist, she’s the best!
5.0
April 9, 2025
Good interaction; provided useful information.
5.0
April 8, 2025
It was good. Fast efficient explained well
5.0
March 31, 2025
Dr Young was positive and thoroughly always explaining what she was doing and why
5.0
March 31, 2025
She was thorough and fast
5.0
March 21, 2025
He listened and went above and beyond to help me.
5.0
March 19, 2025
I think went well great doctor
5.0
March 18, 2025
Kind, thorough, knowledgeable
5.0
March 6, 2025
Great knowledge!!!
5.0
March 4, 2025
Dr. Young, is kind, friendly, and reassuring. I trusted her quickly and really appreciate her great demeanor!
5.0
March 4, 2025
Dr Young was outstanding and gave me great information regarding my issues.
5.0
February 25, 2025
Very professional… Very effective… Very pleased
5.0
February 25, 2025
A tremendous experience with Paulina Young … brilliant knowledge a great help to me today … can’t say enough good things about her
5.0
February 19, 2025
Good experience
5.0
February 19, 2025
Dr Young was very attentive to my needs. I felt like she really listened to my concerns and offered good solutions for my needs
5.0
February 18, 2025
Excellent bedside manners, and does a great job overall.
5.0
February 14, 2025
Outstanding
5.0
February 13, 2025
Doctor was pleasant and knowledgeable.
5.0
February 13, 2025
Well organized. Clear explanation of issue. Approachable. Friendly.
5.0
February 12, 2025
Dr. Young was very informative very nice and I didn’t have to wait at all!
5.0
February 12, 2025
Dr. Young takes time to listen. Answers all my questions and very professional.
5.0
February 11, 2025
Kind, patient, gently and confident
5.0
February 10, 2025
My doctor was attentive and caring. I felt super comfortable and knew I was in good hands.
1.0
February 10, 2025
Not friendly, not nice, I saw her irritating to my kids, i won’t go back her.
5.0
February 7, 2025
Excellent, She was through and listened to my concerns
5.0
February 6, 2025
Very informative
5.0
February 5, 2025
Examine problem and did test and explained results patienly.
3.0
February 5, 2025
Dr. Was rushing, in and out of room. Perform one procedure very quickly and left. I felt rushed too and forgot to express other concerns I had.
5.0
February 5, 2025
First time with Dr. Young and I felt very confident and comfortable.
5.0
February 5, 2025
Dr. Young is caring and patient.
5.0
February 4, 2025
Professional, good listener, helpful, kind.
5.0
February 3, 2025
Dr Young was thorough, professional, and willingly to fully answer any questions I had.
5.0
February 2, 2025
Nice, efficient, took care to address all of my concerns.
5.0
January 30, 2025
Skin doctor very polite and nice Knowledgeable
5.0
January 29, 2025
The doctor was very friendly and she was able to answer all my questions
5.0
January 29, 2025
Dr. Young was professional, friendly, listened, checked my cyst next to my left nostril, was knowledgeable, explained, and removed it. This was my first appointment with a UCLA doctor. I’m very pleased with Dr. Young and will continue to see her as my Dermatologist. Thank you!
5.0
January 29, 2025
Friendly and helpful
5.0
January 29, 2025
She listened well, explained everything clearly
5.0
January 29, 2025
Very good respectful caring people
5.0
January 28, 2025
My doctor was polite and made me feel comfortable.
5.0
January 28, 2025
Kind and knowledgeable.
5.0
January 23, 2025
Very friendly and knowledgeable.
5.0
January 22, 2025
She was kind and competent and thorough. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
5.0
January 16, 2025
She was very clear about what I had. Gave options and easy to communicate to.
5.0
January 16, 2025
She was thorough and listened to me
5.0
January 16, 2025
Dr. Young was thorough, explained everything clearly, and provided incredibly helpful guidance. Her professionalism and care made for an excellent experience.
5.0
January 15, 2025
Dr. Young was so nice and professional and knowledgeable. Her energy put me at ease.
5.0
January 13, 2025
Very pleasant, answered alll my questions patiently and thoroughly.
5.0
January 9, 2025
Excellent
5.0
January 8, 2025
She was very pleasant and took her time to examine me
5.0
December 31, 2024
Great. She explained everything. Great Dr
5.0
December 27, 2024
Very efficient and knowledgeable. Took the time to fully address my concerns.
5.0
December 26, 2024
Great experience with Dr. Young!
5.0
December 23, 2024
Thorough and excellent. Very comfortable to be with. Thank you!
5.0
December 23, 2024
Professional and caring. Very helpful.
5.0
December 23, 2024
Very informative and knowledgeable.
5.0
December 19, 2024
Dr. Young was knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly.
5.0
December 19, 2024
Very knowledgeable and helpful
5.0
December 19, 2024
Dr Young is attentive, concerned and gentle.
5.0
December 19, 2024
Fantastic / Friendly / Professional with the Doctor and the staff …. Two thumbs up !
5.0
December 18, 2024
She was super friendly and it was a quick and easy appointment
5.0
December 16, 2024
Thorough exam. Introduced herself. Explained all anomalies she found.
5.0
December 12, 2024
Dr Young was very thorough in her examination and answered all my questions.
5.0
December 11, 2024
Dr Young was friendly and courteous. She listened to my comments and was thorough in her examination.
5.0
December 10, 2024
Great
5.0
December 6, 2024
Great
5.0
December 5, 2024
Was greeted and checked in quickly
5.0
December 5, 2024
Excellent
5.0
December 4, 2024
Attentive to my concerns and good plan of care
5.0
December 4, 2024
Doctor was great, very happy with the visit as always!
5.0
December 4, 2024
Covered everything I requested and found another issue. Explained everything very well. Very professional.
5.0
December 3, 2024
Kind considerate and informative
5.0
December 2, 2024
Explain details about my condition. Elaborate and kind. Happy to met her.
5.0
December 2, 2024
She was kind and knowledgeable and explained what was needed and how it would work
5.0
November 27, 2024
Nice, respectful, and checked all my concerns.
5.0
November 26, 2024
She was on time, everything was very professional.
5.0
November 26, 2024
On time, professional, knowledgeable and just vey pleasant!
5.0
November 26, 2024
Kind
5.0
November 26, 2024
Very sweet and concerned Explained everything
5.0
November 25, 2024
Doctor Young did a whole body exam before my even telling her of areas I wanted checked. First time a dermatologist has done that. I was very impressed.
5.0
November 21, 2024
Doctors Younger was extremely thorough and very nice.
5.0
November 21, 2024
Great experience
5.0
November 21, 2024
Very thorough
5.0
November 20, 2024
Doctor was very informative. I am very happy with my visit.
5.0
November 20, 2024
Very thorough prpfession.
5.0
November 20, 2024
Dr young is great
5.0
November 19, 2024
I was very impressed by the entire staff at Dr. Young’s office. Dr. Young is very thorough, answers all questions and went out of her way to explain everything she was doing in detail. She was also able to do a quick procedure in the office while I was there.
5.0
November 19, 2024
Dr. Young was very pleasant, friendly and professional. I was happy to be treated by her.
5.0
November 14, 2024
Dr. Young was extremely kind, compassionate, very professional and knowledgeable. She answered all my questions, and I never felt rushed.
5.0
November 14, 2024
Dr Young was wonderful. She took the time to listen and was very good communicating her findings.
5.0
November 14, 2024
Dr Young was very professional and knowledgeable. Appreciated her attention to detail and listening to better understand care needs.
5.0
November 12, 2024
Calm environment, patient and listened to all concerns.