James M. Lin, MD is a board-certified, Fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand and upper extremity.His practice focus is on conservative treatment first but, when needed, offerin… Read more ›
I came into CHOMP in the evening with a horitzontal fracture of my right patella. Fortunatel, Dr. Lin was on duty and performed the surgery. I have experienced almost no pain since that time. My scar is almost invisible and the Cat Scan shows a complete recovery. I had excellent guidance from Dr. Lin the whole time and …
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell University | Bachelors Degree | B.S | 1999 |
| University At Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical Science SUNY | Doctorate | M.D. | 2003 |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Residency - Baylor College of Medicine in Houston | Orthopedic Surgery | Not Specified |
| Fellowship - Baylor College of Medicine in Houston | Plastics Hand Surgery | Not Specified |
| Certification | Cert. Body | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Orthopaedic Surgery | Orthopaedic Surgery | Not Specified |
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Member | American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons | Present |
| Professional Member | American Society for Surgery of the Hand (Subspecialty Certificate in Surgery of the Hand) | Present |
| Professional Member | California Orthopedic Association | Present |
| Board Certified | Subspecialty Certificate in Surgery of the Hand | Present |
James M. Lin, MD has not yet indicated the hospitals that he is affiliated with.
Years In Practice: 22 (started in 2003)
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Lin specializes in treating the following types of patients:
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
More info: We accept Cash, Check, Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover and Money orders.
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Yes
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: Unknown
Monterey Spine & Joint - 12 Upper Ragsdale Suite A Ryan Ranch
“I received the best possible care in an emergency situation”
I came into CHOMP in the evening with a horitzontal fracture of my right patella. Fortunatel, Dr. Lin was on duty and performed the surgery. I have experienced almost no pain since that time. My scar is almost invisible and the Cat Scan shows a complete recovery. I had excellent guidance from Dr. Lin the whole time and PT from Performance Physical Therapy which focused on teaching me the essential stretches. All in all, it has been a very positive experience.
Monterey Spine & Joint - 12 Upper Ragsdale Suite A Ryan Ranch
overall no ptoblems
“great”
overall no ptoblems
Monterey Spine & Joint - 12 Upper Ragsdale Suite A Ryan Ranch
Dr. Lin performed release of carpal tunnel surgery on both of my hands and he is an excellent surgeon, very friendly and professional. I can hardly see my scars after a month. I would recommend Dr. Lin to anyone needing hand surgery. Patricia Gillespie
“Excellent hand surgeon”
Dr. Lin performed release of carpal tunnel surgery on both of my hands and he is an excellent surgeon, very friendly and professional. I can hardly see my scars after a month. I would recommend Dr. Lin to anyone needing hand surgery. Patricia Gillespie
Monterey Spine & Joint - 12 Upper Ragsdale Suite A Ryan Ranch
Very helpful. He creatively accommodated my schedule. Outstanding technical skills.
“Excellent”
Very helpful. He creatively accommodated my schedule.
Outstanding technical skills.
Monterey Spine & Joint - 12 Upper Ragsdale Suite A Ryan Ranch
He performed a procedure on my thumb and it was outstanding
“Outstanding doctor”
He performed a procedure on my thumb and it was outstanding
Monterey Spine & Joint - 12 Upper Ragsdale Suite A Ryan Ranch
This was a very positive experience for me in light of the fact that I was terrified to have surgery. Dr. Lin and Llareny his assistant as surgical team took exceptional care of me.
“Great experience”
This was a very positive experience for me in light of the fact that I was terrified to have surgery. Dr. Lin and Llareny his assistant as surgical team took exceptional care of me.
Monterey Spine & Joint - 12 Upper Ragsdale Suite A Ryan Ranch
I had great experience with Dr. Lin and his staff.
“great staff and Doctor”
I had great experience with Dr. Lin and his staff.
Monterey Spine & Joint - 12 Upper Ragsdale Suite A Ryan Ranch
Outstanding and successful! Amazingly small cut! To say that I'm pleased is an understatement!
“Carpel tunnel surgery”
Outstanding and successful! Amazingly small cut! To say that I'm pleased is an understatement!
Monterey Spine & Joint - 12 Upper Ragsdale Suite A Ryan Ranch
Fantastic great staff
“Fantastic”
Fantastic great staff
Monterey Spine & Joint - 12 Upper Ragsdale Suite A Ryan Ranch
Great experience, I trust him enough to come back if i have problems with my hands
“Great”
Great experience, I trust him enough to come back if i have problems with my hands
Comment - “ I received the best possible care in an emergency situation ”
I came into CHOMP in the evening with a horitzontal fracture of my right patella. Fortunatel, Dr. Lin was on duty and performed the surgery. I have experienced almost no pain since that time. My scar is almost invisible and the Cat Scan shows a complete recovery. I had excellent guidance from Dr. Lin the whole time and PT from Performance Physical Therapy which focused on teaching me the essential stretches. All in all, it has been a very positive experience.