About
Kevin Young, MD, FACC, trained at UCLA and USC. He is a dual board-certified cardiologist with specialties in cardiology and preventive medicine. Dr. Young has more than 20 years of clinical and invasive cardiology experience. He is nationally recognized for his cardiovascular expertise.
He served as a Clinical Associate Professor of Cardiology at UCLA, USC, and Vanderbilt. Dr. Young has earned awards for patient care and medical education. He is passionate about prevention and helps patients lower cardiovascular risk over time. He builds proactive plans that aim to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
Education & Training
Medical School
UCLA and USC
Additional Training
Clinical Associate Professor of Cardiology at UCLA, USC, and Vanderbilt
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Young right for?
Dr. Young is a strong fit for adults who want to understand and reduce their cardiovascular risk before a serious event occurs. Patients with coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, high blood pressure, or a family history of heart disease benefit from his preventive focus. He works well with individuals seeking comprehensive evaluations that go beyond standard cholesterol testing. Those interested in lifestyle-driven approaches to heart health will find his care philosophy a natural match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Young treats coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, high blood pressure, heart failure risk, and cardiometabolic disorders. He also evaluates and manages high cholesterol, arterial plaque buildup, and elevated inflammation. His preventive focus means he works with patients across a wide spectrum of cardiovascular risk, from early detection to active management.
Yes. Dr. Young holds dual board certifications in cardiology and preventive medicine. This combination reflects his clinical focus on both treating cardiovascular conditions and preventing them from developing or progressing.
Dr. Young has more than 20 years of clinical and invasive cardiology experience. He trained at UCLA and USC and served as a Clinical Associate Professor of Cardiology at UCLA, USC, and Vanderbilt. He has earned national recognition for his cardiovascular expertise and received awards for both patient care and medical education.
Dr. Young builds individualized risk assessments for each patient. He evaluates arterial plaque, inflammation, metabolic health, blood sugar, and heart rhythm to establish a complete cardiovascular profile. From there, he creates proactive plans that may include lifestyle changes, nutrition strategies, exercise guidance, and medication management aimed at preventing heart attacks and strokes.
Yes. Dr. Young treats patients managing existing conditions such as coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, and heart failure. He works with these patients to manage their conditions actively and reduce the risk of further cardiac events through personalized care plans.
Dr. Young uses advanced diagnostics that go well beyond standard cholesterol panels. He assesses arterial plaque, cardiovascular aging, inflammation, and metabolic markers to build a thorough picture of risk. His direct pay model allows longer visits, which gives him more time to review findings and work through personalized treatment strategies with each patient.
Dr. Young trained at UCLA and USC. He later served as a Clinical Associate Professor of Cardiology at both institutions, as well as at Vanderbilt, where he contributed to medical education alongside his clinical work.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026