Summary

Dr. Paul Lin is a gastroenterologist and surgeon specializing in transplant surgery with nearly four decades of clinical expertise. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts, and completed his surgical residency at Johns Hopkins University Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. His extensive training also included programs at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and University of Oxford Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Lin holds certifications in surgery from the American Board of Surgery and internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Lin practices at The George Washington University Hospital and sees patients in Washington, DC. His clinical focus includes treating obesity and weight-related conditions in both adults and children, as well as managing acute pancreatitis. He performs comprehensive blood testing and provides sedation services for procedures when needed. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.
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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
  • 3 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 General Surgery - Foggy Bottom South Pavilion

2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW # 6Washington, DC 20037

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Dr. Paul Lin, MD, FACSJi Soo Choi, APRNDr. Kerry Elizabeth Mcgonagle Clark, MDDr. Griffin Leroy Davis, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyNurse PractitionerEmergency Medicine
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4.5 
39 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Washington , DCSACRAMENTO , CAAlexandria , VAWashington , DC
Med School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts Med School: New York University Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. 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

Dr. Paul Lin has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Paul Lin has the following 4 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, District Of Columbia, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Johns Hopkins University Hospital, Baltimore, MD, Surgery
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
University of Oxford Affiliated Hospitals
Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals

Medical School

Harvard Medical School, Boston, MassachusettsGraduated in 1987

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Does Dr. Paul Lin accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Paul Lin's office located?
Dr. Paul Lin's office is located at 2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW # 6, Washington, DC, 20037.
Which hospitals is Dr. Paul Lin affiliated with?
Dr. Paul Lin is affiliated with The George Washington University Hospital.

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