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Dr. Steven Lin, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 66
Dr. Steven Lin, MD
4.6 (35 Ratings)
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Dr. Steven Lin, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Palm Desert, CA.
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Dr. Steven Lin, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 66
Palm Desert, CA
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32 years of experience
Dr. Steven Lin, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Palm Desert, CA.

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Dr. Steven Lin, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Palm Desert, CA and has 32 years experience. They graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1992 and completed a residency at Tulane University School of Med.They currently practice at Southern California Desert Retina Consul and are affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center. Dr. Lin has experience treating conditions like Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Eye Infections among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lin received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 35 times. Their office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Lin also speaks Burmese. Dr. Lin is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Eye Infections
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Eye Infections
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Corneal Diseases
Keratitis
Macular Hole
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Vitrectomy (incl. Macular Hole Repair)
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Cataract
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Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Dry Eyes
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Eye Cancer
Eyelid Disorders
Floaters
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Glaucoma
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Hypertensive Retinopathy
Iridocyclitis
Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Macular or Retinal Edema
Nearsightedness
Ocular Hypertension
Retinal Hemorrhage
Senile Cataracts
Serous Detachment Retina
Tear Duct Disorders
Trichiasis
Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Visual Field Defects
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Eyelid Surgery
Vitreoretinal Surgery
Acute Endophthalmitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Blepharitis
Blindness
Chorioretinal Scars
Chorioretinitis
Choroidal Neovascular Membranes (CNVM)
Chronic Endophthalmitis
Contusion of the Eyeball
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diabetic Cataracts
Diplopia
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Endophthalmitis
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Headache
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Hypopyon
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Keratoconus
Malignant Neoplasm of Eye
Migraine
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Optic Neuritis
Panophthalmitis
Progressive High Myopia
Purulent Endophthalmitis
Retinal Neovascularization
Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
Retinoschisis
B-Scan Ultrasound
Cataract Removal Surgery
Destruction of Lesion of Retina and Choroid
Eye Test
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Farnsworth Lantern Test
Paracentesis of Anterior Eye
Repair of Retinal Detachment or Retinal Tear
Ultrasound
Vision Screening

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Locations

  1. 1 Inland Retina Consultants
    36949 Cook St Ste 101, Palm Desert, CA 92211
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Desert Regional Medical Center
    1150 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262

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Apr 10, 2024
I have been seeing Dr Lin and receiving injections for 8 years.I have wet macular in both eyes, it is now controlled and I am retaking my sight.Dr. Lin is so kind and always has time to answer all of your questions and to listen to your concerns, I highly recommend him for your eye issues.
Donna — Apr 10, 2024
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Biography
  • Dr. Steven Lin, MD is an ophthalmology specialist in Palm Desert, CA and has over 31 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1992. He specializes in Ophthalmology.
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Languages Spoken
Burmese
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine
    1992
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Tulane University School of Med
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Steven Lin, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lin's profile.

Dr. Lin frequently treats the following conditions: Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Eye Infections. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Steven Lin, MD is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Steven Lin, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Desert Regional Medical Center

    1150 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA