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Paulina M. Young, MD
- Dermatology
Average rating:
4.9
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
|
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:
4.9
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.
361 total ratings |
258 reviews
5.0
January 30, 2026
Video call. Covered the essentials so I can continue my therapy
5.0
January 30, 2026
Great Dr.
5.0
January 28, 2026
First time with this provider. She was knowledgeable and informative
5.0
January 28, 2026
Very professional and thorough
2.0
January 28, 2026
Not very professional
5.0
January 28, 2026
Answered questions, listened to concerns, cheerful
5.0
January 27, 2026
Dr Young was very kind and patient.
5.0
January 27, 2026
She was friendly, professional and very reassuring.
5.0
January 26, 2026
Dr Young is great! I feel very comfortable with her and she always takes the time to talk with me and makes me feel heard.
5.0
January 26, 2026
She listens to me and has a wonderful demeanor
5.0
January 26, 2026
Attentive and knowledgable.
5.0
January 24, 2026
Very caring very knowledgable
5.0
January 23, 2026
Great Doctor
5.0
January 22, 2026
Service good
5.0
January 13, 2026
Dr. Young is very caring & thoughtful! She takes her time to listen to her patients and ensures they feel listened to.
5.0
January 13, 2026
Very attentive, and friendly….. She took her time I didn’t feel rushed.
5.0
January 12, 2026
She diagnosed another health issue I had. Very easy to discuss health issues with her. Explained everything to me .
5.0
January 12, 2026
Very friendly and knowledgeable. Felt comfortable and left with a great feeling and assured that I have nothing to worry about!!
5.0
January 12, 2026
Pleasant and skillful
5.0
January 12, 2026
She was methodical and thorough as she inspected my skin. Friendly and personable as she explained everything.
5.0
January 6, 2026
She was great!
5.0
January 6, 2026
Dr Young was fantastic! On time, efficient, and put me at ease.
5.0
January 6, 2026
Check-in was easy. I was roomed on time. Dr. Young was professional and cordial. All went very smoothly.
5.0
January 6, 2026
Alway working for the best outcome , I feel like I am getting the best care possible .
5.0
January 5, 2026
Great
5.0
January 5, 2026
Dr. Young is outstanding. Excellent physician, very professional, and knowledgeable. She’s also kind, down to earth, and extremely thorough.
5.0
December 31, 2025
Great doctor!
5.0
December 23, 2025
Dr Young listened to my concerns, and answered questions with clear information.
5.0
December 23, 2025
Friendly and knowledgeable.
5.0
December 23, 2025
The doctor was very informative and explained everything in detail. The staff was very nice and welcoming as well.
5.0
December 22, 2025
A+. Video call started on time and Dr. Young was thorough and attentive.
5.0
December 22, 2025
Dr. Young was fantastic. Super personable, answered all my questions, tested more than one option before making a conclusion. I felt very comfortable and heard.
5.0
December 22, 2025
Dr. Young was thorough and considerate. She answered my questions and provided excellent care.
5.0
December 22, 2025
Patient, thorough, good bedside manner, and appropriate level of explanation & information for my desire and needs.
5.0
December 21, 2025
Good balance of professional and knowledgeable, while also being friendly.
5.0
December 19, 2025
She was wonderful - listened and was thorough.
5.0
December 18, 2025
Checked in a was taken back rapidly!…Dr. Young came in!…we chatted about questions…She solved all concerns…Great Appointment!…
5.0
December 18, 2025
Dr. Young is great! She is so personal and helps with anything I have asked.
5.0
December 18, 2025
Very professional and very knowledgeable in her field. She is always personable and makes me feel good about how she handles anything she finds that needs attention.
5.0
December 17, 2025
Professional, took time to explain everything and took time to listen
5.0
December 16, 2025
Was very professional great care great solution and quickly done. And I’m gratefully thankful
4.0
December 15, 2025
She was thorough, attentive and knowledgeable. I appreciated my visit with her.
5.0
December 15, 2025
Very kind, caring, and professional.
5.0
December 13, 2025
Dr Young is very professional and personable The staff is friendly and keep you at ease
5.0
December 11, 2025
Dr Young is fabulous! This was my first visit and I was very impressed. She is personable, courteous, knowledgeable, and thorough!!! So glad to have her as my dermatologist!!!
5.0
December 11, 2025
Dr Young was very thorough in her exam and is an excellent personable doctor!
5.0
December 10, 2025
Dr. Young was very responsive. She answered all my questions, made good suggestions regarding my treatment.
5.0
December 10, 2025
Very helpful
5.0
December 10, 2025
I just love Dr. Young! She’s my favorite doctor. She’s very thorough and caring!
5.0
December 8, 2025
Dr. Young is an excellent physician, knowledgeable, compassionate, and extremely professional.
5.0
December 8, 2025
On time and caring
5.0
December 8, 2025
Dr. Young was professional, friendly and insightful.
5.0
December 8, 2025
She’s great
5.0
December 4, 2025
The lady doctor is highly professional. She remoed a couple of lsrge cists from.my bofy
5.0
December 4, 2025
Made me feel comfortable with the medications I was taking & ordered new ones. Just let her know in a month how I’m feeling; no need to come back.
5.0
December 3, 2025
Provided excellent care. Very thankful for the time she spent with me today to biopsy a small mole.
5.0
December 2, 2025
On time. Answered all my questions clearly.
5.0
December 1, 2025
Cheerful, answered questions, I am glad she is my doctor.
5.0
November 26, 2025
Dr young was professional and took care of my needs.
5.0
November 26, 2025
That is three out of three with knocking it out of the park on providers!! Dr Young is amazing. Spent time with me to address all my concerns and dealing with them. Really listened and was very kind. Way to go UCLA!! Now be sure to keep them!!
5.0
November 25, 2025
She is articulate, a good listener, thorough, caring.
5.0
November 25, 2025
Dr. Young was very professional and friendly! I feel very comfortable with Dr young . Thank you!
5.0
November 20, 2025
Very knowledgeable and took care of my issue
5.0
November 20, 2025
Dr young was one of the nicest doctors I have been too.
5.0
November 19, 2025
Annual skin check… all went well Polite , kind, prompt … always pleased by care at UCLA
5.0
November 18, 2025
She was amazing. Looking forward to my next visit.
5.0
November 18, 2025
Outstanding all around. Listened carefully. Answered all my questions thoroughly. Certainly seemed to care about my well-being and how to help improve my condition. I left feeling heard and cared for.
5.0
November 12, 2025
I am a new patient and Dr Young was very attentive and did excellent procedures on me. Very kind.
5.0
November 12, 2025
Doctor was extremely caring and explained very clearly every procedure and aspect of the visit and her opinion and findings the best visit I have had thank you
5.0
November 12, 2025
Kind, thorough
5.0
November 10, 2025
Dr. Young is terrific. She explains what she is seeing as she goes and puts you immediately at ease.
5.0
November 10, 2025
Great experience
5.0
November 7, 2025
Dr Young was very nice and explained what she was going to do.
5.0
November 6, 2025
She listened to my concerns and she was thorough in her exam. I would highly recommend this doctor.
5.0
November 6, 2025
Fantastic experience
5.0
November 5, 2025
We reviewed everything an had options a preceded!…with the upmost care…
5.0
November 5, 2025
Took me on time did through exam and discussed concerns I had.
5.0
November 5, 2025
She was terrific! Explained everything in detail and was very kind.
5.0
November 5, 2025
Doctor was friendly and knowledgeable.
5.0
November 4, 2025
She was very helpful and answered all my questions. She recommended products at my request. She was friendly and I felt comfortable with her.
5.0
November 3, 2025
Great experience
5.0
November 3, 2025
She was nice and showed up on time.
5.0
October 31, 2025
Straight forward, informative, really nice.
5.0
October 30, 2025
A wonderful doctor and a beautiful dermatologist ♥️♥️♥️
5.0
October 30, 2025
Love Dr Young! She was kind and thorough
5.0
October 29, 2025
Dr Young is very personable and caring.
5.0
October 28, 2025
Dr. Young addressed my issues with a complete explanation on my skin questions. My appointment with her went very well and her expertise is greatly appreciated. Thank you Dr. Young and UCLA for your continued support and efforts on my behalf.
5.0
October 28, 2025
Professional, friendly and a good listener.
5.0
October 28, 2025
Dr. Young is very kind and professional, the staff is very friendly!
5.0
October 27, 2025
Great doctor
5.0
October 23, 2025
Kind, attentive, informative and knowledgeable.
5.0
October 23, 2025
She was wuick and efficient.
5.0
October 23, 2025
On time. Very quick and very thorough the benchmark for all doctor visits
5.0
October 21, 2025
Thorough
5.0
October 20, 2025
productive
5.0
October 16, 2025
Nice and friendly
5.0
October 15, 2025
Very skilled knowledgeable and friendly. Making for a very pleasant and positive experience
5.0
October 15, 2025
Doctor was very thorough and kind.
5.0
October 14, 2025
She was great. Understand my issue and we discussed a solution.
3.0
October 13, 2025
He didn’t spend much time. He was tushed
5.0
October 9, 2025
Doctor listen to me and took very good care, made me feel safe and comfortable.
5.0
October 9, 2025
Dr. Young is kind and knowledgeable and took her time with me during my appt. She possesses excellent patient service skills. :)
5.0
October 8, 2025
I was greeted!…I asked questions…an happily got all the answers…an then proceeded to my treatment…was given instructions an told to please contact if questions or concerns… Excellent appointment!…
5.0
October 7, 2025
Listens well. Was thorough and reassuring
5.0
October 7, 2025
Dr. Paulina Young is a professional and addressed all me needs and exceeded my expectations. I was even 15 minutes late today and she was kind enough to wait for me before going to lunch.
5.0
October 4, 2025
Nice lady, very professional!
5.0
October 1, 2025
She was very thorough and answered all my questions.
5.0
October 1, 2025
She was fantastic 😊
5.0
October 1, 2025
Very professional, friendly and made you feel comfortable and confident in her.
5.0
October 1, 2025
Everything was great She was quick and froze off some pre cancerous spots on my face and hand
5.0
October 1, 2025
Very knowledgeable
5.0
September 29, 2025
She was thorough, took time with me, had a warm and respectful bedside manner. Great treatment!
5.0
September 25, 2025
Dr. Young was wonderful - she spent so much time with me and explained everything about her proposed treatment plan and answered all of my questions thoroughly. She’s awesome!
5.0
September 25, 2025
Dr. Young is extremely kind, thoughtful, and thorough. I left with all my questions answered and confident in the care I had received.
5.0
September 25, 2025
Dr. Young was very friendly and caring, especially for sensitive matters. I felt that I had total confidence in her abilities and expertise. Dr. Young is just a fabulous doctor.
5.0
September 25, 2025
She was friendly and very knowledgeable.
5.0
September 24, 2025
Doctor Young was very professional and treated my concerns.
5.0
September 23, 2025
Dr. Young is a very knowledgable professional doctor with friendly attitude . I have total confident to her.
5.0
September 22, 2025
Good communication Good prioritizing Easy to talk with Create solutions. Appreciated their help
5.0
September 22, 2025
Great experience
5.0
September 22, 2025
My Doctor was very thorough and addressed all my concerns
5.0
September 18, 2025
My concerned were evaluated with supportive resolutions!…
5.0
September 17, 2025
Dr. Young was kind and informative.
5.0
September 17, 2025
Knowledgeable and answered all my questions. I did not feel rushed
5.0
September 16, 2025
Everyone in the office are exceptional! They care so much about every patient. I always know that I am in great hands while I’m there.
5.0
September 9, 2025
Dr. Young is an excellent clinician, professional, thorough, and very kind.
5.0
September 9, 2025
great doctor
5.0
September 9, 2025
Knowledgeable, intelligent, kind.
5.0
September 8, 2025
Very caring and thoughtful person.
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