Dr. Clinton Driver Young M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
520 N Elam Ave Greensboro NC, 27403About
Dr. Clinton Young practices Pulmonology in Greensboro, NC. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Young manages patients who need life support and mechanical ventilation, and is specially trained in diseases and conditions of the chest, particularly pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema, and complicated chest infections.
Education and Training
Univ of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va 1974
University of Virginia School of Medicine 1974
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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