Overview
Dr. Fangming Lin joined CUMC in June 2011 as the Division Director of Pediatric Nephrology after 10 years of serving University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. She received her MD degree from Fujian Medical University in China and her PhD degree in Pharmacology at New York Medical College. Dr. Lin underwent pediatric residency training at New York University Medical Center and pediatric nephrology fellowship training at Seattle Children’s Hospital of the University of Washington.As a physician scientist, Dr. Lin has a strong interest in both patient care and science and discovery. She is passionate and experienced in treating children with congenital kidney conditions as well as acquired kidney diseases. Her laboratory research focuses on the understanding and better treatment for acute and chronic kidney disease. She is the first recipient of the Norman Siegel Pediatric Research Grant Award jointly issued by the American Society of Nephrology (ASN) and the American Society of Pediatric Nephrology (ASPN) in 2006 - a humbling selection of which she is proud. Dr. Lin has also served on several committees at the national and international levels.Email: fl2300@cumc.columbia.edu.
Dr. Lin is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Glomerulonephritis, Reflux Nephropathy, IgA Nephropathy, and Kidney Transplant.
Dr. Lin is board certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Nephrology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 35 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Lin is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
3959 Broadway, New York, NY 10032
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Dr. Lin has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Howard Trachtman is a Pediatric Nephrologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Trachtman is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Minimal Change Disease, Glomerulonephritis, Nephrotic Syndrome, and Kidney Transplant.
CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion
Andrew S. Bomback, MD, MPH, is a nephrologist who specializes in glomerular diseases and resistant hypertension. Dr. Bomback received his undergraduate degree from Harvard University and his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. He completed residency in Internal Medicine and fellowships in Nephrology and Clinical Epidemiology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he was the Doc J. Thurston III Fellow in Nephrology and Hypertension. In 2009, he returned to Columbia University as an associate at the Center for Glomerular Diseases and is currently Assistant Professor of Medicine at Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Bomback is a member of the ColumbiaDoctors Hypertension Center, a multi-disciplinary center of excellence that provides high quality care and state-of-the-art diagnostic testing for patients with hypertension,Dr. Bomback has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on the subjects of chronic kidney disease, glomerular diseases, and hypertension. He is the co-author of the textbook, Chronic Kidney Disease and Hypertension Essentials, and an editor of the National Kidney Foundation's Primer on Kidney Diseases. He is the recipient of the 2013 Daniel V. Kimberg Junior Faculty Award for oustanding teaching of medical students and housestaff.Dr. Bomback's research interests focus on evaluating novel therapies for glomerular diseases. He currently serves as principal or co-investigator on clinical trials of new treatments for IgA nephropathy, membranous nephropathy, lupus glomerulonephritis, hereditary nephritis, C3 glomerulopathy, and focal segmental glomerulosclerosis. Dr. Bomback is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis, Glomerulonephritis, Membranous Nephropathy, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Bomback is board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology. Dr. Bomback is currently accepting new patients.
Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Specialists At New Hyde Park
Christine Sethna is a Pediatric Nephrologist practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Sethna is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Nephrotic Syndrome, Minimal Change Disease, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Hypertension, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Sethna is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics/Nephrology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Fangming Lin
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Fangming Lin?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Fangming Lin by calling their office at 212-305-5825. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Fangming Lin a top-rated expert for Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Fangming Lin is classified as an Advanced expert for Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Fangming Lin specialize in?
While Dr. Fangming Lin is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Glomerulonephritis, and Reflux Nephropathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Fangming Lin participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Fangming Lin has published 35 articles and abstracts on conditions like Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis. You can view a list of Dr. Fangming Lin's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Fangming Lin accept my insurance?
Dr. Fangming Lin accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-5825 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis
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- Alport SyndromeDr. Lin isExperienced. Learn about Alport Syndrome.
- GlomerulonephritisDr. Lin isExperienced. Learn about Glomerulonephritis.
- HydronephrosisDr. Lin isExperienced. Learn about Hydronephrosis.
- HypertensionDr. Lin isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- IgA NephropathyDr. Lin isExperienced. Learn about IgA Nephropathy.
- Kidney TransplantDr. Lin isExperienced. Learn about Kidney Transplant.