Dr. Richie Lin, MD

Dr. Richie Lin, MD

Dermatologist
592.1 mi · 636 Morris Turnpike, Suite 2H, Short Hills, NJ 07078

At a glance

4.88 stars (371 reviews)
98% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 29 insurances
BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, UnitedHealthcare Oxford, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Short Hills Dermatology Consultants
4.88
371 reviews
Bedside manner
4.9
Wait time
4.5

Recent reviews

Dr. Lin is really terrific - extremely nice, takes time to explain things clearly, and overall has a terrific bedside manner. Highly recommend.
Verified patient
Dr. Lin is a very nice man. He is calm & pleasant to talk to and 'knows his stuff'. I have followed him since he had his office in Summit. My PCP recommended him to me years ago.
Verified patient

Office location

Short Hills Dermatology Consultants
592.1 mi · 636 Morris Turnpike, Suite 2H, Short Hills, NJ, 07078

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In-network insurances

BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Psoriasis
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Psoriasis

More about Dr. Richie Lin, MD

Richie L. Lin, M.D. of Dermatology Consultants of Short Hills is a board certified dermatologist. Dr. Lin graduated magna cum laude from Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Music Literature. He then earned his doctorate of medicine from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), during which time he was elected to the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. Dr. Lin trained in internal medicine in San Francisco and then completed his dermatology residency at Montefiore Medical Center in New York, New York. During his residency, Dr. Lin served as Chief Resident in the Division of Dermatology. After his residency, Dr. Lin joined the faculty at the New York University School of Medicine. Expert NJ Dermotologist Dr. Lin is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. He has returned to an office located in Short Hills, New Jersey and teaches at Columbia University. Dr. Lin is also a member of the attending staff at Overlook Hospital in Summit, New Jersey. His specialty is skin cancer detection and skin cancer removal including Mohs Surgery. Dr. Lin also sees patients for general dermatology and he performs non-invasive skin rejuvenation procedures (including Botox, Juvederm, Restylane, Radiesse, Laser hair removal, Fraxel Laser treatments and a wide variety of other laser treatments and light therapies). He has published extensively in peer-reviewed dermatology journals. Dr. Lin was raised in Millburn, New Jersey and is a graduate of Millburn High School. He lives with his wife, and enjoys running, golf, the New York Yankees and finding excellent parking spots in Manhattan. Dr. Lin enjoys serving a patient population from the Northern New Jersey communities o

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Doctor of Medicine
Montefiore Medical Center, Residency in Dermatology
Saint Mary's Medical Center (Internship)

Practice

Short Hills Dermatology Consultants

Affiliation

NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Overlook Hospital

Certifications

American Board of Dermatology

Professional memberships

American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
American Academy of Dermatology

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1417120932

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.88
Wait time
4.45
Bedside manner
4.92
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371 reviews
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Realistic course of treatment and follow up, calm, soft spoken. I made a good choice and scheduled next follow up visit.
Verified patient
He was pleasant, professional and seemed very knowledgeable. He was able to address all my concerns and was not rushed.
Dr. Lin takes the time to listen and answer any questions you may have. His office staff is personable and efficient.
He was probably the best doctor I have ever been too. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a dermatologist.
Verified patient
Nice pleasant atmosphere and excellent services by the doctor and the entire office. Highly recommend this doctor.
Verified patient
Very professional, and thorough. Dr. Lin is a doctor, to whom, I would refer to again if I needed a dermatologist
The office is beautiful... The staff very friendly... My son got right in and he was extremely happy Thanks
Verified patient
He was very friendly and welcoming, I felt I could talk about my concerns openly and he cared. Highly recommend.
Verified patient
Dr. Lin is very patient and caring. The staff is super nice and the office is beautiful! Highly recommend!!
Verified patient
Dr. Lin was as good as advertised. Smart, patient, empathetic, patient. He’s earned all the great reviews.
Verified patient
well, Dr Lin gave all the info i needed to make right away a decision about the procedures i wanted done.
Verified patient
Dr. Lin was very professional and helpful - A very good doctor that I would highly recommend to anyone
Excellent office and medical staff .Dr Lin professional and personable , would highly recommend.
Great service at the front desk. Professional Office all the way. Will return and would recommend.
Dr. Lin came highly recommended and did not disappoint. I also will recommend him to others.
Verified patient
Dr. Lin has great bedside manner and calming influence. Very knowledgeable. Highly recommend
Verified patient
Have been seeing Dr. Lin for 5 years. Wont see anyone else. The office is always on point A+
Verified patient
I am going to come and see him myself. I was there for an appointment with my daughter.
Dr. Lin was great! He took his time to explain everything so that I didn't feel rushed.
Dr. Lin is great-he's helped get my skin under control and is very professional & kind.
Verified patient
Quick, informative, and pleasant experience and the procedure was simple and pain free.
Dr. Lin is one of the best doctor I have met. His staff are friendly and very helpful.
Verified patient
Great bedside manner and I felt that he was attentive and listened to my concerns.
Excellent physician. Took his time during the appointment and listened to concerns
Verified patient
I had a great visit. Dr. Lin was very personable and answered all my questions.
Verified patient
He was nice but didn't seem very attentive or detailed during the skin screening.
Dr. Lin was professional, knowledgeable and quickly diagnosed the acne situation.
Verified patient
Ratings don't lie folks...most professional doctor I had the pleasure of seeing.
Verified patient
He was highly recommended. Thoroughly professional. An outstanding physician.
Verified patient
He is friendly, personable, and very thorough! I would highly recommend him.
Professional and poised. Listened to my concerns and took them seriously.
Verified patient
Very Clean, professional rooms. Friendly staff. Good experience overall.
Verified patient
Very clean environment & professional staff . Dr Lin is beyond amazing
Verified patient
Very nice doctor. Took his time and explained everything thoroughly.
Verified patient
Very thorough and knowledgable. Felt like I was well taken care of.
Verified patient
Extremely professional, highly competent, and great patient care
Verified patient
Office was very clean. Office staff was friendly and professional.
Verified patient
Great doc, gave clear concise information regarding my situation.
Verified patient
Dr. Lin was very personable, took the time w me... just terrific.
The receptionist could have been a bit more positive / welcoming.
Professional, spent a decent amount of time, explained diagnosis
Verified patient
Found Dr. Lin to be informative, friendly and very professional.
Verified patient
A positive experience. The Dr. is pleasant and professional.
Verified patient
Dr Lin was great - clear, to the point and practical approach
Superb doctor and extremely personable. Highly recommended!
Verified patient
Third time visiting Dr. Lin, and he was fantastic as always!
Verified patient
Personable at same time highly professional and informative
Nice place. Took me on my appointment time. That was great.
Verified patient
Dr Lin was very thorough and explained everything for me.
Verified patient
Excellent professionalism from both Dr. Lin and his staff.
Frequently asked questions

Which hospital is Dr. Richie Lin affiliated with?

Dr. Richie Lin is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University Irving Medical Center and Overlook Hospital.

What practice does Dr. Richie Lin work with?

Dr. Richie Lin works with Short Hills Dermatology Consultants.

Where is Dr. Richie Lin's office located?

Dr. Richie Lin's office is located at 636 Morris Turnpike, Short Hills, NJ 07078.

Which board certifications does Dr. Richie Lin have?

Dr. Richie Lin is certified by American Board of Dermatology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Richie Lin?

Dr. Richie Lin frequently sees patients for Acne, Allergy Consultation, Annual Skin Screening, Dermatology Consultation, and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI). You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Richie Lin on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Richie Lin speak?

Dr. Richie Lin speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Richie Lin in reviews?

371 patients have reviewed Dr. Richie Lin. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.88/5. They have a 4.92/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.45/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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