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Dr. Derrick Lin, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 53
Dr. Derrick Lin, MD
4.7 (33 Ratings)

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Dr. Derrick Lin, MD is a Head & Neck Surgery Otolaryngologist in Boston, MA.
Dr. Derrick Lin, MD
4.7 (33 Ratings)
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Dr. Derrick Lin, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 53
Boston, MA
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Derrick Lin, MD is a Head & Neck Surgery Otolaryngologist in Boston, MA.

About

Dr. Derrick Lin, MD is a Head & Neck Surgery Otolaryngologist in Boston, MA and has 28 years experience. They graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 1996 and completed a residency at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Lin has experience treating conditions like Oral Cancer, Head and Neck Cancer, Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face and and Neck among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lin received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 33 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lin is board certified in Otolaryngology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Oral Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Oral Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Dysphagia
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Laryngeal Cancer
Salivary Gland Cancer
Tongue Cancer
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Nose Cancer
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Laryngectomy and Pharyngectomy
Acute Sinusitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Chronic Sinusitis
Deviated Septum
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Nonsuppurative Otitis Media
Osteosarcoma
Otitis Media
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Suppurative Otitis Media
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Thyroid Cancer
Tonsil Cancer
Adenoidectomy
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Excision of Facial Bone
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy
Tonsillectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Wound Repair
Acoustic Neuroma
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Respiratory Infection
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Bell's Palsy
Black Hairy Tongue
Bone Cancer
Broken Nose
Cholesteatoma
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Conductive Hearing Loss
Cough
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Deafness
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Dizziness
Ear Ache
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Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) Cancer
Earwax Buildup
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Facial Fracture
Facial Nerve Disorder
Gum Cancer
Headache
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Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Hyperparathyroidism
Jaw Fracture
Laryngitis
Leukoplakia
Lip Cancer
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Malignant Otitis Externa
Meniere's Disease
Mixed Hearing Loss
Nasal Polyp
Nosebleed
Outer Ear Infection
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Peritonsillar Abscess
Pharyngitis
Pharyngolaryngitis
Postnasal Drip
Salivary Gland Cyst
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
Throat Pain
Tinnitus
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TMJ
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Tonsillitis
Tracheitis
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Vertigo
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Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Wheezing
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Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Audiometry
Caldwell-Luc Procedure
Carotid Ultrasound
Cleft Palate Repair (Palatoplasty)
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Ear Tube Placement
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Tracheal Tumor or Stenosis
Excision or Destruction of Dentoalveolar Lesion or Tumor
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Facelift
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Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Glossectomy
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Lip, Excision or Resection
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Nose Plastic Surgery (Rhinoplasty)
Oral Cancer Screening
Parathyroidectomy
Rhinoseptoplasty
Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Thyroid Scan
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Ultrasound, Thyroid
Uvulectomy
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Massachusetts General Hospital
    55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114
  2. 2 Office
    243 Charles St Ste 1199, Boston, MA 02114

Patient Satisfaction

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4.7
Based on 33 Reviews
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May 13, 2024
Dr. Lin rapidly grasped the essentials of my case and came to a good conclusion.
— May 13, 2024
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Specialties*
Ear, Nose, and Throat
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    1996
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Mt Sinai Hospital
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Derrick Lin, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lin's profile.

Dr. Lin frequently treats the following conditions: Oral Cancer, Head and Neck Cancer, Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face and and Neck. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Derrick Lin, MD is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Derrick Lin, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, Boston, MA