Summary

Dr. Henry Lin is a board-certified bariatric surgeon with more than 22 years of surgical experience, including fellowship training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, and a distinguished career as a retired U.S. Navy Captain. Recognized for his leadership in patient safety, he serves as Co-Chair of the ASMBS Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Committee and is among the most respected voices shaping the future of weight-loss surgery in the country.

More than his credentials, Dr. Lin is known for the way he cares — listening closely, explaining each step, and standing by his patients long after surgery. His exceptionally low complication rates and outstanding patient experience rankings speak for themselves.

Dr. Lin is more than a skilled surgeon — he is a partner in your transformation. Board-certified in general and minimally invasive surgery, he has dedicated his career to helping patients achieve lasting, meaningful weight loss through safe, advanced surgical techniques and a care approach that keeps you at the center of every decision.

His services include:
  • Surgical weight loss
  • General surgery
  • Medical weight loss
  • Personalized nutrition plans
Dr. Lin’s training is among the most distinguished in his field. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and completed fellowship training in minimally invasive surgery at Harvard Medical School’s Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He later helped establish the National Capital Area Bariatric Surgery Program at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, building a program from the ground up that would serve thousands of patients for years to come.

As a retired U.S. Navy Captain with over 22 years of surgical experience, Dr. Lin brings a rare combination of precision, discipline, and deep compassion to civilian practice. He serves as Co-Chair of the Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Committee with the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and was personally invited to participate in two committees with the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), placing him among the most respected voices shaping the future of weight-loss surgery in the country.
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Office Location

Healthier Body Institute

Easton, MA 02356

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 30 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Henry Lin, FACS

  • Apple Pay
  • Credit Cards
  • Google Pay
  • Offline Payments
  • PayPal
  • Self-Pay

Medical Specialties

Dr. Henry Lin, FACS has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Dr. Henry Lin, FACS holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Lin, FACS's NPI number is 1124092085.

Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Henry Lin, FACS speak?
Dr. Henry Lin, FACS speaks English.
Does Dr. Henry Lin, FACS accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Henry Lin, FACS's office located?
Dr. Henry Lin, FACS's office is located at , Easton, MA, 02356.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Henry Lin, FACS?
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