Dr. Young is a native of Louisiana with a love of Acadiana history and culture. As a boy, he spent many hours checking and harvesting the traps in his family’s crawfish ponds.
Although our practice has a small town, family-oriented feel, we are proud of the history and world-class culture in our bustling city. Dr. Young and his staff are honored to contribute to the growth and vitality of this region.
There is no end to the things to do in Lafayette. On any given weekend, there is likely a festival or performance going on in our revitalized downtown area. And all over the city, there are attractions to keep you and your family entertained.
The University of Louisiana-Lafayette was one of “The 385 Best Colleges” according to the Princeton Review in 2020. It also has a top MBA program and a highly regarded nursing school, law school, and graduate program in electrical engineering.
In addition to numerous cultural opportunities, Lafayette boasts an array of shopping and dining options. Acadiana Mall sports anchor stores like Dillard’s and JCPenney®, as well as numerous boutiques and restaurants. Parc Lafayette is a mixed-use development that primarily houses local, independent businesses, as well as a hotel, office space, and an event venue. And of course, the downtown area boasts plenty of smaller stores and specialty boutiques.
Located in the heart of Cajun country, there is bound to be good food in Lafayette! In fact, in 2012, Southern Living named it the “Tastiest Town in the South.” You’ll find lots of places to enjoy regional specialties like po’boys, fried shrimp, red beans and rice, beignets, and crawfish.
Lafayette is a thriving area with many job opportunities. Major employers in the area include:
Dr. Young is proud to be part of such a thriving community, and he is ready to give back through outstanding services to his patients. To book an appointment with our Lafayette dentist, contact our office today. You can reach us at 337-237-6453.
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https://downtownlafayette.org/
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https://www.childrensmuseumofacadiana.com/
https://www.cajundome.com/
https://louisiana.edu/about-us/rankings-recognition
https://www.shopacadianamall.com/directory/
https://parclafayette.com/
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https://www.oneacadiana.org/lafayette-parish
