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Dr. Steven Lin, MD

Dr. Steven Lin, MD

General Hand Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Steven Lin, MD is a hand surgeon in Pasadena, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lin has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from University of California, Irvine in 2007. He is affiliated with medical facilities USC Arcadia Hospital and Casa Colina Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 96 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (96 reviews)

Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics at Huntington

800 S Raymond Ave Ste 110 Pasadena, CA 91105
Telehealth available

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(626) 795-8051

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Lin is affiliated with Casa Colina Hospital Pomona, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Lin specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Lin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lin

4.8
96 ratings, 22 with a written review
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Dr. Steven Lin was very attentive and demonstrated excellent bedside manner. He is highly knowledgeable in his orthopedic profession, and I felt completely confident and reassured under his care for my shoulder dislocation.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 17, 2025
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Dr Lin is the best ever. He is kind, caring and very thorough.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 17, 2025
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Already gave several associates Cedars outstanding service & reputation- efficient & helpful.Details were amazing
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 03, 2025
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Dr. Lin listened to my many questions and answered them without hurry.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 01, 2025
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The doctor was the best and explained everything clearly. Best doctor I have had!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 21, 2025
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Very detailed
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 18, 2025
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Excellent physician!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 13, 2025
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Excellent doctor very pleased with him
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 25, 2025
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Dr. Lin was very informative and answered all my questions and concerns.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 20, 2025
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Dr. Lin always takes us time to explain the problems with my fingers. Very patient.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 19, 2025
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Care provider was efficient in explaining treatment. However, I felt the entire visit was rushed. For one thing, he never introduced himself, or the gentleman he walked in with, who I assumed was his assistant.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 08, 2025
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Dr. Steven Lin is amazing
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 02, 2025
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I really liked him as my orthopedic surgeon. I was a difficult case, and he took care of me until I was healed completely. I recommend him highly, and I never had any issues with the office staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Cathy Pierro – Oct 16, 2021
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Horrible bedside manner. Big ego . Cannot be a good doctor not to explain what he has done n what cause the pain. Need to go back to school to learn his etiquette. Will not recommend
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 13, 2021
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Dr. Lin is one of the finest doctors I have met in my long life. He takes time to listen to his patients, but above all, it is my personal opinion he is one of the best surgeons. He saved what I thought it was lost (use and feeling of some of my fingers). Thank you Dr. Lin !!
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Ramon Valencia – Nov 27, 2019
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I was very dissatisfied with Dr. Lin services as a worker comp doctor. He does not listen to your needs and has poor beside manner. Do yourself a favor and find another worker comp doctor. He will send you to work in a week after surgery not giving you enough time to heal. Very dissatisfied!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 13, 2019
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Worst bedside manner! Not to mention unhelpful, rude, and so unprofessional! Don’t bother asking questions bc he’ll always answer, “Is it possible, well anything is possible..!” @@
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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May 05, 2019
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Dr Lin is the best. But the staff at the front desk are some of the rudest people I know. That is the reason I am not inclined to recommend this practice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Arcadia, CA – Jul 10, 2017
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Mary the receptionist has no patience at all. She is beyond rude and very unprofessional. I refuse to talk to her so she passed me to jasmin and she was rude aswell
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Rancho Cucamonga, CA – Jan 31, 2017
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Dr. Lin is amazing. Not only is he extremely intelligent, kind and knowledgeable but he is thorough, explained everything very specifically and took his time to make sure all of my questions were answered. His staff was also just as awesome! Highly recommend Dr Lin!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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John Bruce in Glendale, ca – Jan 10, 2017
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care philosophy

"Treat every patient as if they were your family member." It is our responsibility to continually improve all aspects of the world we operate in--to be in the constant pursuit of excellence, to improve our patients' quality of life, and to challenge...read more

biography

Steven D. Lin, MD is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon, fellowship trained in Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery.  He has served as Chief of Orthopaedics at Methodist Hospital of Southern California, and Chairman of the Department of Surgery...read more

  • General Hand Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Philadelphia Hand Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2013

  • Shriners Hospital Chldn

    Fellowship Hospital, 2013

  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2013

  • Usc/lac

    Residency Hospital, 2012

  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2008

  • University Of California, Irvine

    Medical School, 2007
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
American Board of Physician Specialties®
American Board of Physician Specialties
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Orthopedic Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics at Huntington

Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics at Huntington800 S Raymond Ave Ste 110 Pasadena, CA 91105
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Casa Colina Hospital

    255 E Bonita Ave
    Pomona, CA 91767
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    16% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • USC Arcadia Hospital

    300 W Huntington Dr
    Arcadia, CA 91007
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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