
Overview
I help patients with acquired heart diseases, such as coronary artery blockages and heart valve problems. I use surgical procedures when necessary. Each patient is special in his or her own way, and I will work with the cardiologists to provide the best care possible in each situation. In particular, I am happy to discuss the possibility of providing patients with less-invasive ways of undergoing heart bypass surgery (for example, minimally invasive coronary artery bypass graft) whenever appropriate. I have been in North Carolina for more than 25 years, and I received all of my medical and surgical training at Duke.
Dr. Lin is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction, Arterial Embolism, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
Dr. Lin is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 40 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
Additional Areas of Focus
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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Duke Cancer Center
I am a cancer surgeon who specializes in treating patients with pre-cancerous and cancerous conditions of the pancreas, liver, bile ducts, stomach, and adrenal glands. I initially trained and practiced at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. During this time, I served one year on a forward surgical team in Iraq. Following this service, I practiced for 13 years as a surgical oncologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. In 2018, I joined the faculty at Duke University and now serve as the chief of surgical oncology for Duke Health. I enjoy getting to know my patients and delivering the highest quality of cancer care. I am dedicated not only to treating and curing your cancer, but also providing you with the highest quality of life. Operations for cancers within the abdomen are a serious undertaking, and I am committed to making sure that they are performed with the highest level of expertise. Dr. Allen is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Allen is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Jean Vauthey is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Vauthey is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Gallbladder Cancer, Liver Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Nancy Perrier is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Perrier is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parathyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Adenoma, Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shu S. Lin
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shu S. Lin?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Shu S. Lin by calling their office at 919-681-1300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Shu S. Lin a top-rated expert for Heart Bypass Surgery?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shu S. Lin is classified as an Advanced expert for Heart Bypass Surgery, 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. Shu S. Lin specialize in?
While Dr. Shu S. Lin is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Bypass Surgery, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Shu S. Lin participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Shu S. Lin has published 40 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Bypass Surgery. You can view a list of Dr. Shu S. Lin's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Shu S. Lin accept my insurance?
Dr. Shu S. Lin accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-681-1300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Lin isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Experienced
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Lin isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Lin isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Lin isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Hemolytic Transfusion ReactionDr. Lin isExperienced. Learn about Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)

