Summary

Dr. Paul Lin is a gastroenterologist and surgeon with specialized expertise in transplant surgery who has dedicated 39 years to advancing patient care. 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. Dr. Lin pursued additional training through residencies at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, University of Oxford Affiliated Hospitals, and Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals. He holds board certifications in both surgery from the American Board of Surgery and internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine, along with the distinguished Fellowship of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) designation. Dr. Lin provides care in English.

Dr. Lin practices at The George Washington University Hospital and sees patients at GW Weight Loss & Surgery in Washington, DC. His clinical focus includes helping patients overcome obesity and overweight conditions, addressing pediatric obesity concerns, and managing acute pancreatitis cases. He performs comprehensive diagnostic procedures including pathology tests and complete blood count analyses to guide treatment decisions. Patients have rated Dr. Lin 4.5 out of 5 stars on average, reflecting their confidence in his surgical expertise and compassionate approach to complex gastrointestinal conditions.
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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 Weight Loss & Surgery - Foggy Bottom North Pavilion

2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW # 6Washington, DC 20037

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39 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Washington , DCSACRAMENTO , CAMcLean , VABethesda , MD
Med School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts Med School: New York University Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Universidad De Carabobo Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud
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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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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Paul Lin speak?
Dr. Paul Lin speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Paul Lin affiliated with?
Dr. Paul Lin is affiliated with The George Washington University Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Lin?
You can find contact information for Dr. Paul Lin here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Paul Lin's office located?
Dr. Paul Lin's office is located at 2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW # 6, Washington, DC, 20037.
Does Dr. Paul Lin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. 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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