
Edward Lin, DO, MBA
Minimally Invasive General SurgeryBariatric SurgeryGeneral Surgery
Highlights
Languages
- English
About Edward Lin
Emory Affiliation
Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
Emory Healthcare Network
Emory Physician Group Practice
Academic Title
Professor
Chief, Division of General and GI Surgery
Year Started Practicing
2002
About the Provider
While Dr. Lin was a young surgeon training in New York City, the field of laparoscopic surgery exploded. He realized that many of the operations performed in the abdomen (liver, stomach, pancreas and colon) may be completed with smaller incisions which speed recovery. He has spent the past decade developing ways to perform these same operations with the least invasive approach as possible. This means some patients who have laparoscopic surgery for advanced colon cancer can receive chemotherapy in the same month. Dr. Lin's proudest moments have been seeing patients with diabetes come off insulin and survivors of stomach and esophagus cancers sending him notes seven years after surgery.
Dr. Lin sits on Editorial Boards of Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Bariatric Surgical Practice and Patient Care, Journal of Laparoendoscopic and Advanced Surgical Techniques, Surgery for Obesity and Related Disorders, and Bariatric Times. He holds a patent on endoscopic surgery device.
Professional Memberships
Fellow, American Gastroenterological Association
American Foregut Society
International Society for Diseases of the Esophagus
Society for the Surgery of the Alimentary Tract
Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons
Interpretive Services
Awards
Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons Grant, 2002
Jameson L. Chassin Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching, New York Hospital, Queens, 2000, 2001
Surgical Infection Society Research Grant, 1998
Locations
- Emory University Hospital Midtown Campus
- 550 Peachtree Street Northeast, Medical Office Tower, Fl 14, Atlanta, GA 30308
- Get Directions
- phone: 404-778-3712
- Emory Bariatrics Center
- 550 Peachtree Street Northeast, Medical Office Tower, Fl 7, Atlanta, GA 30308
- Get Directions
- phone: 404-778-5673
- Emory at Decatur - Specialty Surgery
- 2665 North Decatur Road, Ste 130, Decatur, GA 30033
- Get Directions
- phone: 404-501-7081
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine, Endosurgery, 2002
- Residency: New York Hospital Hospital of Queens, 2001
- Fellowship: Robert Wood Johnson Univ Hospital at New Brunswick, Surg Metab-Nutritional Support, 1999
- Residency: New York Hospital Hospital of Queens, General Surgery, 1996
- Residency: Long Island Jewish Medical Center, General Surgery, 1995
- Medical Education: Des Moines University - Osteopathic Medical Center, DO, 1993
Board Certifications
- Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2003
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
141 ratingsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2026
The whole team did an outstanding job with taking care of me and I really appreciate and trust them with my life. Very good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/22/2026
After my experience with Dr Edward Lin and staff, I would not hesitate to recommend Emory Healthcare.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2026
We first met Dr. Lin 7 years ago in a very critical, life-saving situation. Our trust and gratitude to Dr. Lin for his care and expertise; the love and dedication he gives to his patients is certainly rare to find.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Dr Linn and staff was very helpful w explaining the details of surgery as well as what to expect before during and after surgery
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2026
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Dr. LIN is a wonderful doctor. He listened to all my concerns about my surgery, follow up care, and first post op checkin. He listens and cares about his patient. I will recommend him to anyone who needs surgery in his specialty.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2025
Dr Edward Lin was thorough, clear and answered all questions, plus ease my apprehension about the future surgery. Also, he offered to answer future questions thru my chart prior to the procedure. I feel confident be will do his best and the outcome will be fine.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2025
Thank for your support.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
Dr E Lin has great bedside manner. He truly cares about his patients. I had a scan done, and it showed areas of concern. He referred me to a specialist to make sure that everything was ok before addressing his part.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Dr. Lin is an awesome Surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2025
Best Emory Doc I've ever seen
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
Answered all questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2025
Dr Lin is a gifted surgeon and a wonderful person
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
I love my Doctor's bedside manner. Very easy to talk to and he listens.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Dr. Lin took time to explain why I might need an operation if my condition gets worst.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Excellent visit. Dr lin is always very kind and explains things well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
Excellent orthopedic surgeon specializing in Ankle Foot surgery. Caring & professional. I have recommended him to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
Thorough discussion from a thoughtful & caring physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Dr Lin has always been very understanding and very good listener in regards to my health issues. The resident with him was also very kind and answered my concerns as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
Doctor Lin is the doctor you want to clone: professional, empathetic, knowledgeable, never rushed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/22/2025
Excellent care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/1/2025
Dr. Lin was very professional he explained the pros and cons of the diagnosis and surgery. I am very impressed with him meeting him for the first time. I would recommend Dr. Lin
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/1/2025
Most Definitely.I am so thankful that my Dr in South Ga sent me to Dr Lin he is the best Dr I have ever used and me and my family are so blessed to have been referred to Dr Lin and Emory University hospital
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2025
Dr Lin is the BEST!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2025
They did a great job
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2025
Dr. Lin was wonderful! Very caring and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2024
Dr. Lin very courteous and very concerned about my reason for the visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2024
Dr Lin not only explained everything very well, he drew diagrams and gave us notes. He went out of his way to be sure we understood the treatment plan.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/17/2024
No answer for my pain, simply was talking over me, did not even try to listen to my symptoms
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2024
What a fantastic office with great attention
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2024
Dr. Lin is extremely knowledgeable and thorough and answered all of my questions. I would recommend him to anyone who could use his expertice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
Very good delightful experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
Dr Edward Lin is an awesome doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
Dr. Lin is wonderful - I was fortunate to have been referred to him!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2024
It was a scary situation for me but the medical team. Gave me enormous confidence in there abilities
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2024
Dr. Lin was wonderful - very glad Dr. Jain connected me to him for surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2024
Great visit
