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Dr. Paul Lin, MD

General Surgery* Age 64
Dr. Paul Lin, MD
3.6 (13 Ratings)

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Dr. Paul Lin, MD

General Surgery* Age 64
Spokane, WA
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Paul Lin, MD is a General Surgeon in Spokane, WA.

About

Dr. Lin graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Paul Lin, MD is a General Surgeon in Spokane, WA and has 37 years experience. Dr. Lin currently practices at Columbia Surgical Specialists and are affiliated with Prov Sacred HRT Medical Center and Childs Hosp. and Providence Holy Family Hospital. Dr. Lin has experience treating conditions like Intestinal Obstruction among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lin received an average rating of 3.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. Dr. Lin's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lin is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Enter a condition or procedure
Intestinal Obstruction
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Burn Injuries
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Lipomas
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Pelvic Abscess
Rib Fracture
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Colectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Port Placements or Replacements
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Biliary Atresia
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cholangiocarcinoma
Colorectal Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Empyema
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Illeum Cancer
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Fistula
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Pouchitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Adrenalectomy
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Bladder Surgery
Colostomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gastrectomy
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Orchiectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Puncture Aspiration
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Skin Grafts
Sphincterotomy
Spinal Nerve Block
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Sympathectomy
Thoracentesis
Total Splenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Tracheal Surgery
Trigger Point Injection
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Medicaid

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    217 W Cataldo Ave Fl 33, Spokane, WA 99201
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Patient Satisfaction

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3.6
Based on 13 Reviews
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4 Stars (2)
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1 Star (4)

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Patient Reviews
May 15, 2023
He explained my options very thoroughly and answered all my questions. Made me feel at ease with the decision to go through with hernia surgery. I had good communication from his office and scheduling team as well as the nurses when I called with concerns. totally recommend!
— May 15, 2023
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General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
    1987
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
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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. Paul Lin, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lin's profile.

Dr. Paul Lin, MD is affiliated with Prov Sacred HRT Medical Center and Childs Hosp. and Providence Holy Family Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Paul Lin, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Prov Sacred HRT Medical Center and Childs Hosp.

    101 W 8th Ave, Spokane, WA

  • Providence Holy Family Hospital

    5633 N Lidgerwood St, Spokane, WA