She has the academic appointment of Assistant Professor at the Oregon Health and Science University School of Nursing. She also maintains a clinical practice in the Liver Clinic at the Portland VA Medical Center. Dr. Taylor-Young’s research interest is investigating the use of alternative therapies for symptom management in Veterans with hepatitis C. Her postdoctoral research investigated the efficacy of an exercise intervention to decrease symptoms of depression in Veterans with hepatitis C. Her current research interest is the use of acupuncture to manage symptoms commonly experienced by individuals with hepatitis C and individuals with hepatitis C undergoing antiviral therapy.