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James M. Lin, M.D.
Monterey Spine & Joint
Orthopedics: Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
Monterey and Salinas
4.8
427 Ratings
174 Comments
Dr. James M. Lin is a board-certified, Fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand and upper extremity. His interests also include thumb arthritis and reconstruction, fracture/injury care, nerve disorders, and shoulder/elbow conditions.
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4.8
427 Ratings
174 Comments
Dr. James M. Lin is a board-certified, Fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand and upper extremity. His interests also include thumb arthritis and reconstruction, fracture/injury care, nerve disorders, and shoulder/elbow conditions.
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Dr. James M. Lin is a board-certified, Fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand and upper extremity.
His practice focus is on conservative treatment first but, when needed, offering the latest in advanced surgical orthopedic and hand care. Minimally invasive endoscopic carpal tunnel release, in-office trigger digit release procedure, and in-office percutaneous needle aponeurotomy for Dupuytren’s contracture uniquely combine effective treatments with faster recovery and minimizing overall costs. His interests also include thumb arthritis and reconstruction, fracture/injury care, nerve disorders, and shoulder/elbow conditions.
Born and raised in upstate New York, he completed his undergraduate studies at Cornell University and graduated from medical school at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston followed by advanced fellowship training in Plastics Hand Surgery.
Dr. Lin is involved with the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (Fellow), the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (Subspecialty Certificate in Surgery of the Hand), and the California Orthopedic Association. He has active privileges at Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula (current chair, Division of Orthopedics/Podiatry), Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, and Monterey Peninsula Surgery Center.
Dr. Lin enjoys a variety of outdoor activities and spending time with his wife and four young children.
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Dr. Lin is an excellent “hands doctor.” He gave me two shots of medicine & sent me on my way. He is gracious, well- educated & a “ no nonsense” qualified physician. Robert Farland, patient
Good listener, soothing demeanor. Will return.
Best hand Doctor. Grateful for him
What a wonderful doctor.
Love ❤️ Dr Linn
Simple trip. Doctor was a cool guy.
Phased approach to treatment. Thanks.
Would’ve liked a better clarification and understanding of one or two issues but otherwise OK.
Dr Lin is breath of fresh air. He listens, he assesses, he executes. I am thankful my son's baseball injury led me to Dr Lin. His care of my son gave me the reason to seek him out for my trigger thumbs. If you want a solid voice for direction, I say trust Dr Lin. I cant say that for many docs, but 2 thumbs up for me! Thank you Dr Lin!!
Would have like a little more time discussing future options if the anti inflammatory shot does not work long term.