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Dr. Donald Younkin, MD

Dr. Donald Younkin, MD

Pediatrics*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Donald Younkin, MD is a pediatrician in Philadelphia, PA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1974. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Reading Hospital and St Luke's Hospital-Monroe Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

3401 Civic Center Blvd Philadelphia, PA 19104
Telehealth available
(215) 590-1719

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Younkin specializes in the areas of Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology & Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Younkin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Younkin

2.8

6 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
33%
33%
4 Star
17%
17%
3 Star
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2 Star
0%
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1 Star
50%
50%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 14, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Michael Patterson in Easton, PA – May 18, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Mom F in Ambler, PA – Jan 20, 2017
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Dr. Donald Younkin, MD is a pediatrician in Philadelphia, PA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1974. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Reading Hospital...read more

  • Pediatrics

  • Pediatric Neurology

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

  • State University Of New York At Buffalo

    Medical School, 1974
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Office3401 Civic Center Blvd Philadelphia, PA 19104
1
Penn Medicine Virtua Cancer Program-Voorhees200 Bowman Dr Voorhees, NJ 08043
2

Practice

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia550 S Goddard Blvd King of Prussia, PA 19406
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Practice

Office3500 Civic Center Blvd Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St Luke's Hospital-Monroe Campus

    100 St Lukes Ln
    Stroudsburg, PA 18360
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Reading Hospital

    420 S 5th Ave
    Reading, PA 19611
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

    3401 Civic Center Blvd
    Philadelphia, PA 19104
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