Dr Alan Young

Dr Alan Young is a highly accomplished Respiratory and Sleep Medicine Physician based in East Melbourne, Australia. He specialises in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of a comprehensive range of respiratory and sleep disorders. With a patient-centred approach, Dr Young is dedicated to improving sleep health and respiratory outcomes, helping individuals achieve better quality of life through evidence-based interventions. His clinical focus spans various complex conditions, including sleep apnoea, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, and ventilation difficulties.

Dr Young completed his medical degree (MBBS) and subsequently obtained his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in 2008, which focused on the study of ventilation in cystic fibrosis. He was admitted as a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians in 2002. As an active contributor to the medical community, he has served in prominent leadership roles, including as President and Chair of the Education Committee for a major regional sleep association. He is also heavily involved in medical education, particularly in developing clinical resources and training programmes for General Practitioners.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr Young is a respected researcher and academic, holding an appointment as an Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor. His extensive research portfolio includes clinical trials and studies in asthma, interstitial lung disease, bronchiectasis, pneumonia, respiratory pharmacology, and spirometry. He also explores complementary and alternative medicine for respiratory diseases. Through his dedication to clinical research and education, Dr Young ensures his patients benefit from the latest advancements in respiratory and sleep medicine.