Dr. Steven Lin is a fellowship-trained, retina specialist who has dedicated more than 20 years to providing exceptional retina care to his patients. Dr. Lin joined Desert Retina Consultants in 1998 and is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment for retina conditions of all types including diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal tears and detachments, retinal occlusions, and more.
Dr. Steven Lin is a fellowship-trained, retina specialist who has dedicated more than 20 years to providing exceptional retina care to his patients. Dr. Lin joined Desert Retina Consultants in 1998 and is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment for retina conditions of all types including diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal tears and detachments, retinal occlusions, and more.
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Dr Lin explained everything in an easy to understand way.
(4 days ago)
Aug-2026
Takes time to talk to you and answer questions
Very kind
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
I have complete confidence in Dr. Lin. I would recommend him to anyone.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Linn is the best in the Valley.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
He’s the best. Taken care of MD so it didn’t progress past 3 years. He’s so welcoming + positive it’s contagious!
Take the eye vitamins + lubricating eye drops + water to stay hydrated. 👍
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Always friendly and explains things very thoroughly. Very nice Doctor!
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Always patient and thorough. Answered my questions and checks other Dr's notes.
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Very knowledgeable, professional, yet caring.
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
he's the best!
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
This is the first time that office has run on schedule. We were done and out within an hour. Prior to that we could be there 2 1/2 hours. They finally got their S---t together and didn't overbook.
THANK YOU, THANK YOU,
So much better for us oldsters
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
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Desert Retina Consultants: Palm Desert Office
36949 Cook Street Suite 101 Palm Desert, CA 92211
Desert Retina Consultants: Palm Springs Office
340 S. Farrell Drive Suite A105 Palm Springs, CA 92262
Dr. Steven Lin is a fellowship-trained, retina specialist who has dedicated more than 20 years to providing exceptional retina care to his patients. Dr. Lin joined Desert Retina Consultants in 1998 and is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment for retina conditions of all types including diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal tears and detachments, retinal occlusions, and more.
He earned his medical degree and completed his ophthalmology residency at SUNY Downstate in New York. He completed his fellowship training at Tulane University in New Orleans, where he also taught ophthalmology residents. Today, Dr. Lin is an assistant clinical professor at Loma Linda University Medical Center. When he’s not providing care to his patients, Dr. Lin is an avid sports enthusiast. He loves playing sports and is happy when spending time or traveling with family and friends.
Dr Lin explained everything in an easy to understand way.
Takes time to talk to you and answer questions Very kind
I have complete confidence in Dr. Lin. I would recommend him to anyone.
Dr Linn is the best in the Valley.
He’s the best. Taken care of MD so it didn’t progress past 3 years. He’s so welcoming + positive it’s contagious! Take the eye vitamins + lubricating eye drops + water to stay hydrated. 👍
Always friendly and explains things very thoroughly. Very nice Doctor!
Always patient and thorough. Answered my questions and checks other Dr's notes.
Very knowledgeable, professional, yet caring.
he's the best!
This is the first time that office has run on schedule. We were done and out within an hour. Prior to that we could be there 2 1/2 hours. They finally got their S---t together and didn't overbook. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, So much better for us oldsters