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Dr. Karen Lin, MD

Neurology* Age 59
Dr. Karen Lin, MD
3.2 (43 Ratings)
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Dr. Karen Lin, MD is a Neurologist in San Luis Obispo, CA.
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Dr. Karen Lin, MD

Neurology* Age 59
San Luis Obispo, CA
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience
Dr. Karen Lin, MD is a Neurologist in San Luis Obispo, CA.

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Dr. Lin graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1989 and completed a residency at Mayo Clinic-Rochester.Dr. Karen Lin, MD is a Neurologist in San Luis Obispo, CA and has 36 years experience. Dr. Lin currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with French Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health Sierra Vista, Marian Regional Medical Center, Adventist Health Twin Cities and Ridgecrest Regional Hospital. At present, Dr. Lin received an average rating of 3.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 43 times. Dr. Lin's office accepts new patients. Dr. Lin is board certified in Clinical Neurophysiology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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  1. 1 Office
    1304 Ella St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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3.2
Based on 43 Reviews
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Mar 24, 2022
I just scheduled my first appointment. The front office manager was kind, professional and patient. It was obvious to me that they have made changes to the front office staff as I had read the reviews before calling so I am looking forward to my first appointment. Thank you Nora!
— Mar 24, 2022
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Specialties*
Neurology
Clinical Neurophysiology
Sleep Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
    1989
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Clinical Neurophysiology and Neurology
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  • Mayo Clin Grad School of Medicine
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  • Mayo Clinic-Rochester
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Karen Lin, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lin's profile.

Dr. Karen Lin, MD is affiliated with French Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health Sierra Vista, Marian Regional Medical Center, Adventist Health Twin Cities and Ridgecrest Regional Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Karen Lin, MD holds board certification in Clinical Neurophysiology and Neurology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • French Hospital Medical Center

    1911 Johnson Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA

  • Adventist Health Sierra Vista

    1010 Murray Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA

  • Marian Regional Medical Center

    1400 E Church St, Santa Maria, CA

  • Adventist Health Twin Cities

    1100 Las Tablas Rd, Templeton, CA

  • Ridgecrest Regional Hospital

    1081 N China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA