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Dr. Melissa Young-Harkins, DO

Dr. Melissa Young-Harkins, DO

Pediatrics*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Melissa Young-Harkins, DO is a pediatrician in Decatur, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine in 1994. She is affiliated with Decatur Morgan Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

2.6 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

1802 Presbyterian Dr SW Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 301-5405

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Young-Harkins specializes in the area of Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Young-Harkins' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Young-Harkins

2.6

20 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
40%
40%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
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2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
55%
55%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Whitney j – Mar 18, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Aug 15, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Quilicia – May 13, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
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1 person found this helpful
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Apr 10, 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
  • Long wait times
15 people found this helpful
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alanna in Decatur al – Mar 02, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Melissa Young-Harkins, DO is a pediatrician in Decatur, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine in 1994. She is affiliated with Decatur Morgan Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

  • Pediatrics

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

  • Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College Of Allopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1994
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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. Information last updated March 29, 2025. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
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More than three years ago
Alabama State Board of Medical Examiners

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Locations

Practice

Office1802 Presbyterian Dr SW Decatur, AL 35603
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Decatur Morgan Hospital

    1201 7th St SE
    Decatur, AL 35601

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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