Derek Lin, M.D.

Why did you choose to specialize in gastroenterology?

I have a deeply personal interest in gastroenterology and hepatology as several of these conditions affect my family and me.

What Can Patients Expect?

When I meet a patient, I try to understand their concerns and priorities so that together we can make the right decisions about diagnosis and treatment.

Do you fluently speak any other languages in addition to English?

Mandarin (conversational)

What certifications do you hold?

Board Certified in Gastroenterology

Education

• Undergraduate Degree: University of Illinois – Electrical Engineering, Bachelor of Science with High Honor
• Medical Degree with Honor: Baylor College of Medicine
• Medical Residency: Stanford University
• Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine

Professional Affiliations

• American College of Gastroenterology
• American Gastroenterology Association

Awards/Recognition

• Doctor of Medicine with Honor
• Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
• Speaker at Digestive Disease Week
• Digestive Disease Week Certificate of Recognition
• Speaker at American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases
• American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases Emerging Liver Scholar