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Dr. Christopher Young, MD

Dr. Christopher Young, MD

Gastroenterology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Young, MD is a gastroenterologist in Wausau, WI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Young has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital and Aspirus Eagle River Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

411 Westwood Dr Wausau, WI 54401
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Young is affiliated with Howard Young Medical Center Woodruff, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Young is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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 Internal Medicine. 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.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Young's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Young

4.4
25 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 star
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1 star
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Great Experience
Everyone involved with my procedure was so good. Dr. Young and his staff are the best. Great personalities and I felt so comfortable there. Very professional. The greater Wausau area is fortunate to have them available.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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David Klein – Dec 09, 2022
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Very friendly staff and doctor! Explained outcome well, answered questions well!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Dec 09, 2022
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Recommended
If you have any GI issues, I heartily recommend Dr. Young and the team at Wausau’s GI & Associates.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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R.W. – Dec 08, 2022
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Exceptional Medical Care
My husband and I just completed our cancer screening with Dr Young, and team. Dr Young’s expertise with the support of a professional team provides the highest level of care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Sep 16, 2022
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Won’t even think of going anywhere else
Staff is right on time no waiting and nurses and staff were great
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Once again – Aug 01, 2022
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Very nice. Personable. Made me feel comfortable about procedure.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Jul 30, 2022
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Professional and nice
Dr Young was professional, answered questions and nice. The whole staff at GI Associates were great.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Linda C – Jun 13, 2022
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Thorough and listens
I have been (still am) a patient of Dr. Young for many years. He is very thorough, direct, helpful,caring, honest and will go above and beyond. His staff is exceptional as well, always willing to answer questions and if they are unsure of an answer they do get back to you within a day or so. They are very kind and caring as well!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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RLBenson – Jun 11, 2022
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Best Doctor Ever
He's kind, considerate, and compassionate. He explains everything in a way that is easy to understand.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Kathy Flynn – May 11, 2022
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Dr Young is kind and compassionate with his patients. My procedure was performed without any issues in a very timely fashion (I was called in early)! I would recommend him to everyone because of his skill and knowledge.
What went well
  • 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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Dec 15, 2021
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Dr. Young is very pleasant, caring and professional. The entire staff at GI Associates make these types of experiences the best they can considering the circumstances. I highly recommend this group to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Tony – Oct 12, 2021
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Friendly staff. Great service. Great doctor. Procedure was fast & detailed
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 21, 2021
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I have gone to Dr. Young for nearly twent years. He is friendly & reassuring in his personal manner. I completely trust his knowledge & skills. His office and nursing staff - with whom patients typically have more contact than the doctor - are excellent.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Greg – Aug 21, 2021
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Dr Young showed aggressive degrading behavior toward me when coming in for a care plan and to be examined for new pain. He dropped the ball numerous times from medicating without a diagnosis to not even mentioning or scheduling a procedure that is detrimental to diagnosis. I have never in my life been treated this poorly, let alone from a medical doctor. I am 33 years old and he made me feel like the scum of the pond, it literally breaks my heart thinking he could possibly be treating the frail elderly patients I encountered in the waiting room the same way he treated me. I will be taking every step possible to make sure no one else has to endure the strife he caused.
What went well
No results
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 29, 2021
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I've been working with Christopher Young now for four months. While he is friendly, and gave me his attention, he messed me up with his prescriptions that worsened tearing and bleeding symptoms. Sure he changed it, but overlooked this again for a second time when he gave me three more meds that are just as constipating. Now after so many meds I can’t eat nor drink normally and he can’t offer anything more other than handing me off to a referral from his nurse. Please look out for yourself. Same mistake not once, but twice now, only to keep calling about the pain. His staff also relayed the treatment plan incorrectly the first time, I went on antibiotics twice due to this error. That led to so many bv and yeast infections after destroying my microbiome. Healthcare is a business after all, please look out for yourself. It hurts me to tell my story but I wish someone would've told me this.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 30, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

GI Associates' physicians are 100% board certified and are committed to providing clinical and service excellence to our patients and their families. We are the largest provider of advanced digestive health services in north and central Wisconsin,...read more
  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

  • Hepatology

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

  • University Wi

  • Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
  • Hillsdale College

    Undergraduate School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Young is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

  • Consumers Research Council of America - America's Top Physicians, 2003-prese

  • American Medical Association Physician Recognition Award, 1998- 2005

  • Best Doctors in America, 1998-prese

  • Who's Who, 1997-prese

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Locations

Practice

Gastrointestinal Associates SC411 Westwood Dr Wausau, WI 54401
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Aspirus Eagle River Hospital

    201 Hospital Rd
    Eagle River, WI 54521

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

    98%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    10% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Howard Young Medical Center

    240 Maple St
    Woodruff, WI 54568
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Aspirus Wausau Hospital

    333 Pine Ridge Blvd
    Wausau, WI 54401
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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