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Dr. Paul Lin, MD

Dr. Paul Lin, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Lin, MD is a general surgeon in Washington, DC and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities George Washington University Hospital and Prov Sacred HRT Medical Center and Childs Hosp.. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (18 reviews)

GW General Surgery - Foggy Bottom South Pavilion

2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW # 6 Washington, DC 20037

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(202) 741-3200

Dr. Lin is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lin specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Lin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lin

4.3

18 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
78%
78%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jun 14, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Joe B. in Herndon, VA – Nov 04, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cheryl Hawkins in Washington, DC – Oct 22, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Paul Lin, MD, FACS is currently the Vice Chairman of the Department of Surgery at George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates. He is an Associate Professor of Surgery and the Chief of General Surgery and the Program Director for the...read more

biography

Paul Lin, MD, FACS is currently the Vice Chairman of the Department of Surgery at George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates. He is an Associate Professor of Surgery and the Chief of General Surgery and the Program Director for the...read more

  • General Surgery

  • Gastroenterology

  • Transplant Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Harvard Medical School

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Dr. Lin is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Prov Sacred HRT Medical Center and Childs Hosp.

      101 W 8th Ave
      Spokane, WA 99204
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • George Washington University Hospital

      900 23rd St NW
      Washington, DC 20037

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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