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Dr. Jacob Young, MD

Dr. Jacob Young, MD

Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Jacob Young, MD is a neurosurgeon in Charlottesville, VA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

500 Martha Jefferson Dr Charlottesville, VA 22911
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(434) 654-8960

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Young is affiliated with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital Charlottesville, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Young is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Young specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Young's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Young

4.3

12 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
83%
83%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
17%
17%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Veronica LaChapelle – Oct 10, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
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Pat L. in Culpeper, VA – Sep 24, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Suzanne Leshko in Gordonsville , VA – Sep 24, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

1. Neurosurgery should be a holistic practice, which more often than not involves non-surgical approaches. 2. Even when surgery is necessary, smaller operations are often more effective than large, invasive ones. 3. A neurosurgeon's most useful...read more

  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Private Practice - Group/partnership

  • Portsmouth Naval Medical Center

    1997

  • Duke University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1987

  • Duke University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986

  • Florida State University

    Undergraduate School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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  • Publications

Dr. Young is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

  • Phi Beta Kappa, 1981

  • AOA Medical Honor Society, 1985

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Locations

Practice

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital500 Martha Jefferson Dr Charlottesville, VA 22911
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Practice

Sentara MJ Proffit RD Pharmacy3263 Proffit Rd Charlottesville, VA 22911
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital

    500 Martha Jefferson Dr
    Charlottesville, VA 22911
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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