Youngwon Youn, MD

Youngwon Youn, MD, is a neurosurgeon at Wellington Neurosurgery Clinic in Grand Junction, where she provides comprehensive care for patients with conditions affecting the brain, spine, and peripheral nervous system. She treats a wide range of surgical disorders of the nervous system and is committed to helping patients achieve the best possible outcomes through advanced, evidence-based care.

Dr. Youn has a special interest in movement disorders, including Parkinson’s disease and tremor, as well as in pain disorders and epilepsy. She is particularly passionate about functional neurosurgery, including deep brain stimulation (DBS), which can help restore function and improve quality of life for patients with complex neurological conditions.

Helping patients regain independence, mobility, and daily function is among the most rewarding aspects of Dr. Youn’s work. She feels honored to be part of her patients’ journeys and is dedicated to providing exceptional surgical expertise and compassionate, patient-centered care.

Dr. Youn’s philosophy of care is rooted in treating every patient with the same compassion, respect, and thoughtful consideration she would want for her own family. She believes in building trust through open communication, careful listening, and individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs and goals.

Outside the hospital, Dr. Youn enjoys spending time with her family, hiking with her two dogs, and watching stand-up comedy. Her commitment to helping others and her approachable nature help her connect with patients both inside and outside the clinical setting.