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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Best doctor ever
Visit was very instructive and caring, options of care were very supportive and clearly outlined in follow-up care.
I have much appreciation for Dr. Lin and the care he has given me.
Dr. Lin did a very good job explaining my condition. [...]
Dr. Lin is all around the best
Dr. Lin is one of the most effective physicians I have ever had in my [...] years.
Dr was friendly and thorough
Answer all my questions and went above and beyond with help and concern for any problems or issues
We appreciate Dr. Lin's care and follow-up visits. I would not hesitate to recommend him to others.
Dr. Lin was very good at listening to my concerns and questions. He answered my questions in a way that I could understand; he was good at relating the risk/benefit of the options available for treatment.
Very nice and pleasantEasy to communicate with and easy to understand
Dr Lin is awesome. Outstanding bed side manner.
Dr Lin was outstanding. Empathetic and knowledgeable about my situation. Could not have asked for anyone better.
Dr. Lih was friendly and immediately put me at ease. He took the time to get to know me, explain the journey I am on and answer any questions I had.
Dr. Lin was very professional, had read everything before he came to see us, very thorough in his explanations.
Dr Lin is excellent
I feel very fortunate to have him as my doctor. His credentials are impeccable. He takes the time to really listen and then speak in a way that's both informative and reassuring.My surgery went very well and Dr Lin did a great job of preparing me for the recovery (ended up being easier than I expected).Thank You Dr Lin!
Dr. Lin has a great bedside manner and very knowledgeable.
Dr. Daniel Lin is an excellent doctor and great communicator.
Dr. Lin explained clearly what I should do for the upcoming year. He explained two great treatment possibilities, if needed to beat prostate cancer. [...]
Dr Lin is the best of the best. Thoughtful caring and an outstanding doctor these past almost [..] years
Dr. Lin is excellent in all respects
Dr Lin is very knowledgeable, patient, and collaborative. My appointment was not rushed, and he did a great job of talking through options and making decisions.
This physician has outstanding personal skills. Very empathetic and understanding.
Dr Lin was extraordinarily compassionate and attentive to my questions and concerns
Dr. Lin has one of the best "bedside manner" I've seen. He's really in the moment in listening and making sure all your questions are answered.
Dr. Lin was excellent in every respect.
Dr. Lin is absolutely one of the best physicians I've ever worked with.
Dr Lin is he best!
I'd recommend Dr. Lin and his team to anyone
Very pleasant and informative.Took time to explain everything and answer my questions.
The meeting with Dr. Lin was excellent. His information was very informative and we had a good 2-way exchange of questions, answers and an appropriate discussion and recommendation regarding next steps. I felt very comfortable with Dr. Lin. I'm glad that he is part of my care team.
Dr. Lin is very nice and he explains everything that helped me understand my cancer better.
Dr. Lin is exceedingly thorough in his explanation of our course of action
No complaints. I have a complex problem and my options/path were clearly and compassionately explained.
I think the world of Dr. Lin
I love Dr. Lin. He has a very kind calming presence. I have already recommended him to others that may be going through a similar experience.
Dr. Lin is an outstanding doctor, his explanation of your problem is discussed in full detail as well as the treatment options.
*Dr. Lin is the best!
Dr. Lin is very thorough.
Dr. Lin has never listened to me. He tells you things, makes pronouncements, but doesn't listen to me.
Dr Lin brought clarity and discussion of alternatives , which allowed me to make an informed decision about the next steps.
Dr. LIN IS THE BEST!
Dr. Lin is very professional, intelligent, thoughtful, and showed empathy and care. Dr. Lin explained things very patiently. He and his staff provided excellent care.
Dr. Lin listens to all of my concerns and he always pays close attention to what I am worried about.
Dr. Lin soft skills are equal to his medical expertise
*Dr. Lin always brings my problems to a level I can understand. He provides feedback and answers to help me progress.
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. Daniel Lin is wonderful
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.
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, UW's interim chair of Urology 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