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Dr. Shu Lin, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 58
Dr. Shu Lin, MD
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Dr. Shu Lin, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Durham, NC.
Dr. Shu Lin, MD
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Dr. Shu Lin, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 58
Durham, NC
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience
Dr. Shu Lin, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Durham, NC.

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Dr. Shu Lin, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Durham, NC and has 32 years experience. They graduated from Duke University School of Medicine. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Duke University Hospital. At present, Dr. Lin received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Lin also speaks Chinese. Dr. Lin is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Atrial Fibrillation
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Systolic Heart Failure
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Maze Procedure
Aneurysm
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Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Diseases
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Arrhythmias
Atherosclerotic Coronary Stenosis
Atrial Flutter
Atrial Septal Defect
Bacterial Endocarditis
Benign Heart Tumors
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Tumor
Cancer
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Cardiac Tamponade
Cardiomegaly
Cardiomyopathy
Cardiopulmonary Conditions
Cardiovascular Disease
Carotid Artery Disease
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Congestive Heart Failure
Coronary Artery Aneurysm
Coronary Artery Calcification
Coronary Artery Disease, Autosomal Dominant 1
Coronary Artery Disease, Autosomal Dominant 2
Coronary Artery Dissection
Coronary Artery Fistula
Coronary Atherosclerosis
Coronary Heart Disease, Susceptibility to, 1
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Endocarditis
Esophageal Diseases
Genetic Predisposition to Coronary Artery Disease
Heart Disease
Heart Disease in Women
Heart Valve Diseases
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Cancer
Lung Failure
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Prolapse
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Partial Lung Collapse
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Pleural Effusion
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary Embolism
Respiratory Failure
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Septal Defect
Spinal Cord Injury
Thrombosis
Vascular Disease
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Aortic Repair
Aortic Valve Replacement
Aortic Valve Surgery
Arterial Graft
Atrial Fibrillation Surgery
Atrial Tissue Ablation
Cardiac Electrophysiology
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy and Stent
Coronary Artery Revascularization
Coronary Artery Revascularization Using Arterial Conduits
Esophageal Surgery
Head and Neck Surgery
Heart Defect Repair
Heart Surgery
Heart Transplant
Heart Valve Replacement
Heart Valve Surgery
Heart-Lung Transplant
Impella Device
Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Lung Surgery
Lung Transplant
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mechanical Circulatory Support System
Minimal Access Surgery
Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Mitral Valve Repair
Mitral Valve Surgery
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Off-Pump Coronary Artery Revascularization Surgery
Off-Pump Coronary Surgery
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Resection of Cardiac Tumor
Thoracentesis
Thoracic Surgical Procedure
Thoracic Transplantation
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Tracheal Surgery
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
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Locations

  1. 1 Duke Children's Hospital & Health Center
    2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705
  2. 2 Private Diagnostic Clinic PLLC
    40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
  3. 3 Duke Regional Hospital
    3643 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27704
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    Sunday
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  4. 4 Durham VA Medical Center
    508 Fulton St, Durham, NC 27705

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Patient Reviews
Oct 01, 2020
Dr. Lin saved my godfather's life with an expertly done triple bypass surgery over a decade ago. Thank you very much sir! Unfortunately, my godfather has since passed away from a non-cardiovascular condition that his family doctor failed to catch until too late.
— Oct 01, 2020
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Languages Spoken
Chinese
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Duke University School of Medicine
    1992
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Duke University Hospital
    1993
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Duke University Medical Center
    2004
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Shu Lin, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lin's profile.

Dr. Shu Lin, MD is affiliated with Duke University Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Shu Lin, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Duke University Hospital

    2100 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC