Karen Lin, MD
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Karen Lin, MD
Medical Specialties
- Otolaryngology [ENT] - head and neck surgery
- Ear, nose & throat care
Locations
Otolaryngology Clinic at Northwest Outpatient Medical Center
Languages
- Chinese
- English
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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Dr Lin is great. She listens and explains things thoroughly.
Dr. Karen Lin was professional, courteous, friendly, and knowledgeable.
Dr. Karen Lin recommended I go from her office to the emergency dept. At the hospital for an MRI scan. She called to tell them I was on my way.
Dr Lin is awesome
Dr. Responded to my message immediately and provided excellent care. She is an asset to UW and very appreciated.
Dr. Lin is a very nice doctor,I am so glad to have her. Dr. Lin is so patience with me, [...]
Karin Lin is outstanding in every way
Excellent experience. Highly recommend!
Dr. Lin explained diagnosis and what she needed to do to treat and what she was doing while treating.
Outstanding experience. Karen really took the time ti listen which means a lot!
[...] Dr. Lin, she spoke so fast I asked her 2 times to slow down. Then I was rushed thru fast. Disappoint!
Both [...] and Dr, Lin put me at ease. They made feel heard. [...] was very patient with me, as I nervous about my hearing test. She was great at explaining the tests and her recommendations.
Friendly professional ear cleaning, very pleased with DR. LIN
Nice informative doctor.
My experience with Dr. Karen Lin, she is very nice and helpful, I am so lucky [...]
Dr. Lin was kind and knowledgeable but the appointment felt rushed. I wished she had spent more time asking questions to understand my issues.
Great listener - communicator - educator couldn't have had a better visit.
Fantastic visit, was super impressed by the care team!!!!!
She helped with a problem that wasn't my reason for the visit. That was great!
Very efficient and considerate care provided
Dr. Lin is an outstanding Otolaryngologist. I am grateful to be in her care.
Excellent physician - personable, knowledgeable, great bedside manner.
Thanks dr
It is VERY HARD to schedule through central scheduling and VERY CONFUSING how to call the clinic directly to avoid central scheduling. But Dr. Lin and everyone in her office were great! The apologized that she was running late, but I don't know that she was?!?! She was a great listener and I appreciated her thoughtful care.
Dr Lin is an excellent physican and I am thankful to be under her care
Dr Karen Lin is awesome
Dr. Lin was amazing! She explained things well, was wearing PPE (which is always nice to see in a doc that must get exposed to a lot of respiratory illnesses) and did a great job of understanding all of my care needs. She also did an exceptional job of numbing before the procedure. As someone who has had this done a dozen times before, it was so very nice to not have it be painful for the first time.
Personal interaction was exceptional! Eye contactwonderful!! Volume of voice behind masks perfect.
I so appreciated that the doctor shared the cost of a procedure before moving ahead so I could make an informed decision.
Dr Lin is compassionate Dr, she explained and answered questions about the patient's concerns
Dr. Lin reviewed my hearing test and provided easy-to-understand information about the results of the test. She responded to each of my questions thoroughly and efficiently.
Dr Lin was AMAZING, so kind and informative. I am very grateful she was able to see me.
I have had very good experience with Dr. Karen Lin (ENT) [...]
[...] Dr Lin volunteered to see my mom. She was kind, quick and effective. Would go to her again.
Dr. Lin shared some good advice with me.
Doc Lin runs a tight ship. I absolutely trust her.
Great experience. Dr. Lin was very responsive to my concerns.
Dr. Lin is thorough, knowledgeable and friendly.
Dr. Lin is great
Dr. Lin listened to my concerns and and fast and effective in solving current issue and discussing any followup
Dr .Lin is a superb doctor .Her friendly manner puts you at ease and she is very efficient in her treatment of my ears
Dr Lin is fantastic. She is a great people person
The nurse and Dr. Lin were both very thorough and empathetic.
Yes, Dr. Lin is professional and thorough. She is friendly and be listens well.
Dr Lin is very professional and patient to listen for my symptoms and needs. When I have questions about the medicine, she and her care team provided prompt feedback resolving my concerns.
Dr. Karen Lin was not the least bit caring. She was rushed and talked in terms (about my [...]) that I didn't understand. I didn't get the feeling at all that she cared at all about my [...] condition. It was a very short appt and at the end when I was checking out, she brought me a bunch of papers to read. Would NEVER recommend her.
Dr. Karen Lin is excellent.
Dr. Lin is excellent!
Dr. Lin was amazing, so engaged as soon as she stepped into the exam room, lots of eye contact, a bit of conversation NOT related to my medical situation, very clear about my diagnosis and treatment plan. [...]
[...] the dr was understanding and advocated for my health.
About Karen Lin
Karen Lin, MD, is a board-certified physician practicing general otolaryngology. Dr. Lin treats a broad range of ear, nose and throat problems in children and adults. She enjoys working with patients to develop an individualized plan that best fits their lifestyle and health. This helps patients be more involved in their care, and she looks forward to treating and working with them as part of their care team.
Dr. Lin earned her M.D. from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C.. She is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology. Her clinical interests include hearing loss, ear infections, ear tube surgery, sinus problems, allergies, deviated septum, nasal obstruction, oral lesions, biopsies, tonsil problems, tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, voice problems, hoarseness, thyroid problems and lumps in the neck.
Personal Interests
Dr. Lin grew up in Bellevue and enjoys exploring Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. She is interested in trying new restaurants and cheering our sports teams.
Education and Training
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New York University Medical CenterResidency, 2006, OtolaryngologyNew York University Medical CenterInternship, 2002, OtolaryngologyGeorgetown University School of MedicineMedical Education, 2001
Board Certifications
- Otolaryngology, 2007, American Board of Otolaryngology