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" I wish to be a true partner with my patients and help them see and feel better through state-of-the-art retina services."
Dr. Steven Lin is a fellowship-trained, retina specialist who has dedicated more than 20 years to providing exceptional retina care to his patients. Dr. Lin joined Desert Retina Consultants in 1998 and is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment for retina conditions of all types including diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal tears and detachments, retinal occlusions, and more.
He earned his medical degree and completed his ophthalmology residency at SUNY Downstate in New York. He completed his fellowship training at Tulane University in New Orleans, where he also taught ophthalmology residents. Today, Dr. Lin is an assistant clinical professor at Loma Linda University Medical Center. Dr. Lin was recently named a “Top Doctor 2025” by Palm Springs Life Magazine for his excellence in retina care in the Coachella Valley.
When he’s not providing care to his patients, Dr. Lin is an avid sports enthusiast. He loves playing sports and is happy when spending time or traveling with family and friends.
If you are looking for a true partner in your retina care, call our office to request an appointment. Dr. Lin is accepting new patients out of our Palm Desert, Palm Springs, and Riverside offices and looks forward to partnering with you on your retina needs.
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Have you been postponing your retina exam? If so, August is the perfect month to take action especially if you live in Palm Desert, Palm Springs, or nearby communities. Whether you’ve noticed changes in your vision or just want to stay ahead with preventive care, this is the ideal time to prioritize your retina health. […]
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Desert Retina Consultants is proud to announce that Clement K. Chan, MD, FACS and Steven G. Lin, MD have been named among the Top Doctors of 2025 in Palm Springs Life Magazine‘s prestigious annual feature: “Palm Springs Life Top Doctors 2025: The Physicians Shaping Coachella Valley Healthcare.” This exclusive list is curated by an independent research […]
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Serving patients in Palm Desert, Palm Springs and Riverside areas.
