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Dr. Shih-Chun Lin, MD

Dr. Shih-Chun Lin, MD

Neurosurgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Shih-Chun Lin, MD is a neurosurgeon in Bethesda, MD and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from National Taiwan University, College Of Medicine in 1997. He is affiliated with Suburban Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 412 Bethesda, MD 20817

Make an Appointment

(301) 896-6069

Dr. Lin is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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 Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's 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

4.6

17 ratings, 13 with a written review
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Alan Bethesda – Nov 10, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Alfred Sanders – Nov 10, 2020
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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
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Cary Reza in Hyattsville, MD – Apr 12, 2018
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Jill in Pinehurst, NC – Jan 29, 2018
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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
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
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Maryland – Aug 31, 2017
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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
8 people found this helpful
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Ms. B. in Washington, DC – Jun 25, 2017
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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
8 people found this helpful
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Daphne C. in Wheaton, MD – Jun 05, 2017
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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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John C. in Vienna, VA – Jun 02, 2017
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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
8 people found this helpful
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Mary P. in Potomac, MD – Jun 02, 2017
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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
6 people found this helpful
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Charles H. in Frederick, MD – Jun 02, 2017
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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
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sherry C. in Rockville, MD – May 27, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Thomas H. Earl in Greenville, SC – May 01, 2017
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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
20 people found this helpful
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Jeff in Bethesda, MD – Dec 30, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe that making a correct diagnosis leads to a successful treatment.  And making a correct diagnosis depends mainly on taking a thorough history and physical examination from the patient.  Neurological diseases are...read more

biography

Dr. Lin's clinical expertise is in neurosurgical procedures employing the latest technology, including but not limited to, endoscopic skull base surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery, complex spine reconstruction, stereotactic...read more

  • Neurosurgery

  • Neurological Skull Base Surgery

  • Neurological Spine Reconstructive Surgery

  • Neurological Spine Surgery

  • Minimally Invasive Neurological Spine Surgery

  • Minimally Invasive 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.

  • Stanford University

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010

  • Stanford University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2006

  • Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine

    2005

  • National Taiwan University, College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1997

  • National Taiwan University

    Internship Hospital, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Lin is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Cosmetic Surgery Center LTD10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 412 Bethesda, MD 20817
    1
    Docdx Com Inc4927 Auburn Ave Ste 200 Bethesda, MD 20814
    2
    Suburban Hospital8600 Old Georgetown Rd Bethesda, MD 20814
    3

    Practice

    Jhu-Audiologists6420 Rockledge Dr Ste 4920 Bethesda, MD 20817
    4
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 9:00am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: 9:00am - 4:30pm
      • Wed: 9:00am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: 9:00am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 9:00am - 4:30pm
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Suburban Hospital

      8600 Old Georgetown Rd
      Bethesda, MD 20814
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      79%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      12% higher than the national average

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