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Dean Lin, MD

4.8 out of 5 stars

LEE PHYSICIAN GROUP
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Overview

Clinical Interests:

Cervical and Lumbar Artificial Disk Placement
Minimally Invasive Spinal Decompression and Fusion
Trigeminal Neuralgia
 

Languages Spoken:

English

Patients Treated:

Adults

Biography

Dean Lin, MD, is an accomplished Neurosurgeon at Lee Health, specializing in cervical and lumbar artificial disk placement, as well as minimally invasive spinal decompression and fusion. He also treats trigeminal neuralgia with precision and care. Dr. Lin earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, Va., and completed a general surgery internship at the University of Florida, Gainesville, Fla. He went on to complete his neurological surgery residency at the University of Florida, followed by a fellowship in neurological surgery at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital in Perth, Australia. Dr. Lin is board-certified in Neurological Surgery and is committed to providing cutting-edge treatments to improve his patients' quality of life.

Education & Training

Medical School:

Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Va.

Internship(s):

General Surgery Internship, University of Florida, Gainesville, Fla.

Residenc(ies):

Neurological Surgery Residency, University of Florida, Gainesville, Fla.

Fellowship(s):

Neurological Surgery Fellowship, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth, Australia

Board Certification(s):

Neurological Surgery

Patient Reviews

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  • 4.8out of 5 stars

    Explained Things Clearly

  • 4.8out of 5 stars

    Involved in Care Decisions

  • 4.8out of 5 stars

    Spent Enough Time

  • 4.8out of 5 stars

    Listened Carefully

  • 4.9out of 5 stars

    Showed Courtesy & Respect

  • 4.8out of 5 stars

    Likelihood to Recommend

4.8 out of 5 (192 ratings, 93 comments)

  • Jan 21, 2025

    Everyone was helpful, patient and professional

  • Jan 21, 2025

    Dr Lin was great, as was Fernando, his PA. Original nurse assistant who took our pertinent information was friendly and very professional. Overall, everyone was absolutely superior.

  • Jan 19, 2025

    Dr Lin is straight forward in answering questions. Very thorough. Was very satisfied with a successful [ ] 3 years ago and is one of the reasons for this appointment for a different issue.

  • Jan 19, 2025

    The PA was excellent. Very professional and thorough and very knowledgeable. I thought I was just going to see the PA and when he told me the doctor would be in to see me I was thrilled. Excellent care and service.

  • Jan 19, 2025

    Dr. Lin and his staff are excellent. Very informative and caring in patient's well being. Would highly recommend him 👌

  • Jan 17, 2025

    Sam [ ] and Dr. Lin we're professional, knowledgeable, and explained my results in a manner that I could understand. Both were friendly and easy to talk to, and they answered all of my questions. I highly recommend this team!

  • Jan 17, 2025

    Dr Lin was outstanding taking the time to answer all my questions. I was very impressed with his communication skills and kindness.

  • Jan 16, 2025

    Calm organized front desk and staff Very nice & gives you confidence on follow up

  • Jan 14, 2025

    Samantha, the PA was exceptional.

  • Jan 13, 2025

    Sam and Dr Lin are the best I've seen anywhere. I have complete confidence in them. I wouldn't go anywhere else.

  • Jan 11, 2025

    Dr Lin and his PA were extremely thorough and patient and not in a hurry to rush me into [ ]. Giving me a good understanding of my options with my symptoms.

  • Dec 20, 2024

    Doctor Lin is an excellent neurosurgeon and is very professional and caring that always look for the best outcome for the patient.

  • Dec 18, 2024

    Should be able to see office notes on My Chart directly. Having to download to another access is confusing

  • Dec 17, 2024

    Dr lin and Wong very professional

  • Dec 14, 2024

    the pa and the doctor were great.

  • Dec 13, 2024

    We love Dr. Lin and have nothing but good things to say about him. We would like to recoginize Samantha, who has brains and beauty. She is patient, explains things well, knowledgeable. The front office and other staff members are excellent as well. .

  • Dec 13, 2024

    Dr. Lin . is one of, if not the, best doctors I been treated by. I’m 78 and have seen my share of doctors. Dr. Lin is in the top two!

  • Dec 9, 2024

    Dr. Dean Lin performed [ ] 16 years ago. He was great then and I would never have any one else in [ ] operate on me. His people are exceptional. Thankfully, I do not need [ ] at this time.

  • Dec 6, 2024

    Dr lin. Is amazing

  • Nov 28, 2024

    Better communication when leveling messages!

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