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Dr. Ian Lin, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 58
Dr. Ian Lin, MD
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Dr. Ian Lin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Des Moines, IA.
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Dr. Ian Lin, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 58
Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience
Dr. Ian Lin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Des Moines, IA.

About

Dr. Lin graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1992 and completed a residency at Shriner's Hospital For Children.Dr. Ian Lin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Des Moines, IA and has 32 years experience. Dr. Lin currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Lucas County Health Center, Mercyone Centerville Medical Center and UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. At present, Dr. Lin received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 34 times. Dr. Lin's office accepts new patients. Dr. Lin is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Osteoarthritis
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Osteoarthritis
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Osteoarthritis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Back Pain
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Difficulty With Walking
Femur Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Genu Varum
Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Sprain
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Radiculopathy
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spondylolisthesis
Tibial Fracture
ACL Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Release
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Meniscectomy
Neuroplasty
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Wound Repair
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Baker’s Cyst
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bunion
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Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Herniated Disc
Hip Impingement
Hip Injury
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Knee Dislocation
Knee Injuries
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Epicondylitis
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Myelopathy
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Pelvic Fracture
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Rib Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Snapping Hip
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthroscopic Surgery
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Replacement Surgery
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Sports Medicine Related Procedures
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement
Trigger Finger Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Curative EPO
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    Curative PPO Plus

Locations

  1. 1 Des Moines Orthopaedic Surgeons PC
    1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 213, Des Moines, IA 50316
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 263-9696
  2. 2 Altoona Family Care Center
    2720 8th St SW, Altoona, IA 50009
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 299-6361
  3. 3 Des Moines Orthopaedic Surgeons PC
    6001 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 224-1414
    Monday
    07:45 - 16:00
  4. 4 Orthopaedic Outpatient Surgery Center
    1600 60th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 224-5232

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lin
4.2
Based on 34 Reviews
5 Stars (25)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (5)

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Jul 30, 2024
Great doctor! I met with Dr. Lynn for a traumatic knee injury. He was very professional, knowledgeable, easy to talk with, and very thorough in his assessment and recommendations. Highly recommend!
Laura — Jul 30, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
    1992
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Shriner's Hospital For Children
    1996
Residency Hospital
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Ian Lin, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lin's profile.

Dr. Ian Lin, MD is affiliated with Lucas County Health Center, Mercyone Centerville Medical Center and UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Ian Lin, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Lucas County Health Center

    1200 N 7th St, Chariton, IA

  • Mercyone Centerville Medical Center

    1 Saint Joseph Dr, Centerville, IA

  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA