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3 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Shan Lin is an ophthalmologist who earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at UCSF Medical Center. With 32 years of experience in eye care, he has developed extensive expertise in treating complex vision conditions. Dr. Lin is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations in their preferred language.
Dr. Lin practices at locations throughout San Francisco and is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights. He specializes in treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, which affects millions of Americans. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery, intraocular lens implants to restore clear vision, and canaloplasty procedures for glaucoma management. Patients consistently rate Dr. Lin highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Lin practices at locations throughout San Francisco and is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights. He specializes in treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, which affects millions of Americans. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery, intraocular lens implants to restore clear vision, and canaloplasty procedures for glaucoma management. Patients consistently rate Dr. Lin highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 32 years of experience
- speaks Chinese, Spanish
- Ucsf Medical Center
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Shan Chi Lin has 2 locationsGlaucoma Center San Francisco
55 Stevenson StSan Francisco, CA 94105 Tel: (415) 981-2020
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Eye Surgery Center Of San Francisco
1160 Post StSan Francisco, CA 94109 Tel: (415) 440-1100
Mon6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 2:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Shan Chi Lin, MD | Dr. Keshav Narain | Dr. Anthony Kweku Agadzi, MD | Dr. Amit Katapalli Reddy |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 32 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Chinese, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi | Speaks English, French, Russian, Spanish | |
| San Francisco , CA | San Jose , CA | Vallejo , CA | Aurora , CO |
| Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine | Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences | Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School | Med School: University Of Iowa |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shan Chi Lin
Medical Specialties
Dr. Shan Chi Lin has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Dr. Shan Chi Lin holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Ucsf Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Tufts University School Of Medicine in 1994.
NPI Number
Dr. Lin's NPI number is 1730131236.
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- Dr. Shan Lin is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
- Where is Dr. Shan Lin's office located?
- Dr. Shan Lin's office is located at 55 Stevenson St, San Francisco, CA, 94105.
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