Craig C. Young, MD
Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery & Family and Community Medicine
Specialties: Sports Medicine, Family and Community Medicine
Board Certified in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine
(414) 805-7463 | (414) 805-7499 fax | cyoung@mcw.edu
Dr. Craig C. Young came to the department in 1992, following completion of a sports medicine fellowship with the Cleveland Clinic Foundation's section of sports medicine. He had completed a residency in 1991 in family medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles.
After graduating cum laude from the University of California, Irvine with a bachelor of science degree in biological sciences in 1984, Dr. Young attended medical school at the University of California, San Diego. While there, he was a recipient of the 1987 Western Student Medical Research Forum Meritorious Research Award. He completed his medical doctorate in 1988, and in 1991, he received the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine Resident Teacher Award. Dr. Young received the Medical College of Wisconsin Department of Family & Community Medicine Clinical Teaching Award in 1995, the Clinical Researcher of the Year Award in 1998, and Faculty Development Mentor Awards in 1997 & 1998.
Dr. Young's research has been documented in a variety of published articles, abstracts, research conference talks, and educational presentations. He also shares his expertise with the general public on a regular basis through community lectures and presentations.
In addition to serving as medical director of sports medicine in the department, Dr. Young co-directs the Annual Sports Symposium at the Medical College of Wisconsin and serves on a variety of Medical College of Wisconsin and professional committees.
Dr. Young is team physician for the Milwaukee Rampage (professional soccer), West Allis Hale High School, Mount Mary College, Milwaukee Brewers, Little Switzerland Ski Area, and the United States National Snowboard Team. He serves as company physician for the Milwaukee Ballet and medical director for Al's Run (largest U.S. 8K Run). He also provides coverage for a wide range of sporting and special events.
Dr. Young is board certified in Family Practice with a Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine. He has been awarded fellowship in both the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American College of Sports Medicine.