Dr. Melissa Young

Associate Professor

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Biography

Melissa Young, MD, PhD, is an Associate Professor at Yale School of Medicine specializing in therapeutic radiology. She completed her MD and PhD at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 2010, followed by residency training in Radiation Oncology at Yale School of Medicine and Yale New Haven Hospital, where she joined the faculty in 2015. Dr. Young specializes in treating head and neck cancers, as well as malignant and benign skin conditions at Smilow Cancer Hospital. In her role as the medical director of the New Haven Radiation Oncology Center, she is committed to providing comprehensive patient care and collaborates closely with colleagues from various disciplines to develop effective treatment plans. Dr. Young has authored numerous publications and is actively involved in clinical trials, focusing on innovative therapies for patients with advanced stage head and neck cancers. Her dedication to patient support and interprofessional collaboration is central to her practice.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Associate Professor in Therapeutic Radiology specializing in head and neck cancer treatment.

Medical Director

— Present

Radiation Oncology Center, Smilow Cancer Hospital • New Haven, CT

Medical Director overseeing operations and patient care in radiation oncology.

Awards

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Roentgen Resident/Fellow Research Award

2015-06-24

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.