Summary

Dr. Paul Lin treats acute pancreatitis, pancreatitis, and acute kidney injury, and performs Crohn's disease surgery and open bowel resection surgery. He has practiced gastroenterology, surgery, and transplant surgery for 39 years and is affiliated with The George Washington University Hospital.

Dr. Lin is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery and in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed residencies at Johns Hopkins University Hospital and the University of Oxford Affiliated Hospitals. He sees patients in Washington, DC. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Lin 4.5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 39 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Johns Hopkins University Hospital, Baltimore, MD, Surgery
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

GW Weight Loss & Surgery - Foggy Bottom North Pavilion

2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW # 6Washington, DC 20037

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4.5 
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39 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Farsi Speaks English
Washington , DCMcLean , VAMcLean , VAMcLean , VA
Med School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts Med School: King Edward Medical College Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University Med School: Georgetown University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Paul Lin

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Paul Lin has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Paul Lin has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
  • Gastrointestinal Surgery
  • Surgery
  • Transplant Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Paul Lin holds an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia. They are board certified in Surgery and Internal medicine by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery and board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Johns Hopkins University Hospital, Baltimore, MD, Surgery, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A, University of Oxford Affiliated Hospitals, and Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts in 1987.

NPI Number

Paul Lin's NPI number is 1275543977.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Paul Lin affiliated with?
Paul Lin is affiliated with The George Washington University Hospital.
Does Paul Lin accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Paul Lin accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Lin?
You can find contact information for Paul Lin here on Vitals.
Is Paul Lin accepting new patients?
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Does Paul Lin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Paul Lin has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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