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 explains treatment and answers questions. Very concerned about ones issues.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Lin is very knowledgeable and lets you know everything he sees and I like that.
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Excellent Doctor
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Very caring and knowledgeable about my problems.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Dr Lin had me out of there in 1 hour and 5 min. Injections in both eyes. The shortest time in14 years of treatment. Very much appreciated. Nancy Maxwell
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Dr Li is friendly, very gentle and explains things clearly.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
I’m in good hands with Dr. Lin.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
The very best of a human being compassionate. Very thorough. Very caring. Excellent treatment is a lovely man with a kind heart that cares very much and has a good memory for all his patients
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Dr. Lin is an excellent physician/retina specialist. He tells you everything that needs to be done, He is very clear and gentle providing treatment.
I would recommend him to anyone.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Lynn is the best. Totally satisfy with his service!
(1 month ago)
Jan-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 explains treatment and answers questions. Very concerned about ones issues.
Dr. Lin is very knowledgeable and lets you know everything he sees and I like that.
Excellent Doctor
Very caring and knowledgeable about my problems.
Dr Lin had me out of there in 1 hour and 5 min. Injections in both eyes. The shortest time in14 years of treatment. Very much appreciated. Nancy Maxwell
Dr Li is friendly, very gentle and explains things clearly.
I’m in good hands with Dr. Lin.
The very best of a human being compassionate. Very thorough. Very caring. Excellent treatment is a lovely man with a kind heart that cares very much and has a good memory for all his patients
Dr. Lin is an excellent physician/retina specialist. He tells you everything that needs to be done, He is very clear and gentle providing treatment. I would recommend him to anyone.
Dr. Lynn is the best. Totally satisfy with his service!