Daniel W. Lin M.D.

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Daniel W. Lin M.D.
Medical Specialties
- Urology
- Robotic surgery
- Telehealth services
Locations
Urology Clinic at UW Medical Center - Montlake
Languages
- English
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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Dr. Lin is very professional and straightforward. He is exactly what I look for in a doctor. Very knowledgeable and an expert in his field. I recommend him to friends.
Dr. Lin exceeded every expectation I had - he channeled his vast experience and expertise into a thoughtful, sensitive, attentive and teaching presence that informed and encouraged. He was extraordinary - we feel blessed to have been paired with him.
My wife and I really felt taken care of, and the advice of Drs. Lin [...] was excellent!
Dr. Lin is a star. You should do everything possible to keep him at the University of Washington
Very clear, thorough explanation of my options
Dr. Lin explained thoroughly what the options were and the side effects of each option. He was personable and gave me a realistic idea of what to expect regarding future care. I felt totally at ease with him.
Dr. Lin is the best. I have felt very lucky to have had him for my kidney cancer surgery.
Kind and reviewed all the history!
I appreciated his straightforward explanations and was prepared with options
Dr. Lin and entire staff are wonderful provider team and thankful I am under their care.
Very personable and thorough. Felt like I was valued and was 100% invested in my care. He knew my history and things about me personally. Very confident in his care.
We sing the praises of Dr. Daniel Lin to everyone we come in contact with!!
This was my last appointment after ten years. I'm thankful for Dr. Lin
Dr. Lin is always caring and considerate. He is thorough and clear in his explanations. I always feel as though I am getting outstanding care.
Dr. Lin is amazing!
Dr Lin is obviously very intelligent, but not arrogant, and showed empathy and care.
I am extremely happy with Dr. Lin and his staff.
Dr. Daniel Lin is very good at explaining my problem to me in laymen's terms.
Both Doctor and nurse were just super. [...]
Dr Lin and his staff are excellent in their care!!
About Daniel W. Lin
Daniel Lin, M.D., is a board certified urologist at the Urology Clinic at UW Medical Center and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, chief of UW Urologic Oncology, the Pritt Family Endowed Chair in Prostate Cancer Research and a UW professor of Urology.
Dr. Lin specializes in genitourinary oncologic surgery. He considers educating a patient about his or her options for their cancer, about what to expect in the big picture, whether that’s about their surgery or after surgery, and their general well-being later, to be an important part of their care.
Dr. Lin earned his M.D. at Vanderbilt. His clinical and research interests include genitourinary oncology, early detection and prevention and basic research.
Personal Interests
Outside of work, Dr. Lin enjoys being with his family at home, running with his wife for exercise, eating at his favorite local restaurant, catching sports games with his kids or just reading a good book.
Education and Training
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Vanderbilt University Medical CenterMedical education, 1994UW - Dept. of UrologyResidency, UrologyUW - Dept. of General SurgeryInternship, General SurgeryMemorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer CenterFellowship, Urologic Oncology
Board Certifications
- Urology, 2003, American Board of Urology