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About Dr. Richard Lin
Dr. Lin specializes in the management of adult spinal disorders and procedures aimed at the alleviation of nerve-induced pain coming from the spine. Additionally, he has specific interest in the management of adult spinal deformity secondary to degenerative changes.
Dr. Lin believes in exhausting all conservative measures before undergoing surgical intervention and has been trained as a minimally invasive spine surgeon. Dr. Lin is able to approach the spine from numerous directions – the front, back, and even the side making him unique by placing him on the very cutting edge of spine surgery.
Health conditions
SCIATICA PAIN
Sciatica is a spine condition that affects the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve extends from the lower (lumbar) part of the spine and branches off down the back of each leg. When the sciatic nerve becomes...
Read MoreNECK (CERVICAL) PAIN
Your neck, like your back, is made up of vertebrae that stacks on top of each other with sponge like jelly filled discs in between the bones. The main purpose of these vertebrae are to provide vital support of the...
Read MoreLOW BACK (LUMBAR) PAIN
Lower spine is one of the most important parts of your body. Without it, you couldn’t stand upright or straight. It allows you to move about freely and to bend with flexibility. This is why keeping your spine...
Read MoreMID BACK (THORACIC) PAIN
The thoracic spine’s curve is kyphotic, a “C”-shaped curve with the opening of the “C” in the front. This part of the spine has very narrow, thin intervertebral discs. Rib connections and smaller discs in the...
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15+
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Years Experience
5
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WHY CHOOSE US
Dr. Lin finished his residency in orthopedic surgery within the North Shore – Long Island Jewish Health Network in New York where he served as chief resident. He completed his spine fellowship training at the world-renowned University of California, San Diego where he was involved in resident education and the operative management of United States Olympic athletes.
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PATIENT EXPERIENCE
Robert Harryman
“I highly recommend Dr. Lin. I would go to him, I would tell any of my friends to go to him. I’ve been to several back doctors in the past and I’ve never felt this comfortable.”
Yao Ming Huang
“He is very caring and friendly to his patients. Ask him anything, and he’ll be ready with an answer.”
Gary Polites
“Dr. Lin was somebody I trusted upfront. It was not only his confidence, but he’s proven his competence because of the results of the surgery he’s done.”
Hai Lam
“In my opinion, you should make the decision to see Dr. Lin…Thank you very much, Dr. Lin for changing my life.”
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