Dr. Samuel Lin is a double board certified Plastic Surgeon and Associate Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School who practices in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Lin received his Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering at Northwestern University and was enrolled in the Honors Program for Medical Education at Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois. He then completed a five-year-residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery followed by a three-year-residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. This was followed by a one-year fellowship appointment in Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery at the world-renowned University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. Throughout the course of his training, Dr. Lin gained state-of-the-art skills in a multitude of reconstructive and cosmetic procedures with his background in Head and Neck Surgery providing him with additional expertise in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He has also been named a Top Influencer in #PlasticSurgery.
Dr. Lin is board certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. For all physicians who train in the United States, the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) is the gold standard for physician certification in the United States and has only 24-member boards. Dr. Lin is board certified by two ABMS boards. He is Program Director of the BIDMC-Harvard Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery residency, and Co-Director of the Harvard Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery Fellowship at BIDMC. He serves as an Associate Editor on the Editorial board for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the main journal for plastic surgery. Dr. Lin, his team, and his collaborators regularly publish scientific papers in the literature to further knowledge about plastic surgery and other topics. Dr. Lin is an active Board Member of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure and Bright Pink Foundations. Dr. Lin is active in both basic science and clinical research with a focus on face/neck/nose surgery (rhinoplasty), breast surgery (reduction, lift and reconstruction), and body contouring. He collaborates with engineers, scientists, and other plastic surgeons at other institutions within the New England area, nationally, and internationally. He is the editor of several medical textbooks including Aesthetic Atlas of the Head and Neck, Atlas of Body Contouring, and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Pearls of Wisdom and Pearls of Wisdom Second and Third Editions. He was recently awarded the American Association of Plastic Surgeons (AAPS) Academic Scholar Award. Dr. Lin is committed to mentoring both medical students, residents, and fellows (national and international) who rotate in the Division of Plastic Surgery at BIDMC. For his efforts, Dr. Lin was awarded the recipient of a “Mentoring Award,” by Harvard Medical School through a special nomination process which is sent out to all Harvard faculty members, house officers, fellows and students. He has been a Boston “Top Doc” for several years in plastic surgery.
I am writing this letter as a follow up to my daughter, Angela’s, Rhinoplasty and deviated septum surgery in August. Knowing that you have so many patients, I will try to familiarize you with her read more... situation. She had, at this point in time, just completed her freshman year in college and was about to transfer to San Francisco. She came to you primarily to have nose surgery. As a parent, I always believed that my daughter was a beautiful young woman. However, my husband and I supported her in her decision to have her nose “fixed”. She had a minor bump and had been the subject of bullying in high school and middle school because of her nose. As bright and as talented as my daughter was, her confidence in her appearance and in other aspects of her life had been compromised. She had a very successful surgery at your gifted hands. You were able to repair her deviated septum but, more importantly, you were able to shave down the bump and sculpt her nose. What a beautiful job! She just graduated, Cum-Laude, from college with a degree in Public Relations/Political Science. She is staying in San Francisco and has a job with a communications firm. I recently asked her what professor made the biggest impact on her college career and she quickly replied that, “It wasn’t a professor; it was Dr. Lin”. She went on to tell me in a mother/daughter conversation that Dr. Lin “made me realize that I wasn’t ugly”. This comment tugged at my heartstrings, but I wanted you to know that you were directly responsible for restoring her confidence in herself. We are very proud of her as she begins her career. She is a happy, vibrant, and accomplished young woman. You were a huge part of her success! Hope that all in well with you. Enclosed is a picture of her at her graduation. Thank you for your part in her happiness! Thank you so very much for your brilliant work!
I just wanted to extend my sincere thanks for the compassionate and skillful care you-and your team-have provided my spouse during her nose reconstruction. I have watched her regain her confidence, read more... and spirit, with each healing day that passes. It is thanks to your skill that she did not have to go through the forehead flap procedure, and thanks to you that she is healing beautifully! Your caring and gentle nature transformed her nervousness and uncertainty into courage and confidence. Thank you for being who you are and doing what you do!
My visit to you on July 14 turned out to be bittersweet! I am thrilled at how well my nose healed – however, every time I visited your office it was a shot in the arm. You and your staff could not read more... have been more supportive and encouraging. I will be forever grateful.
During my last two visits with you, there was so much for me to process with my new nose, that I never thanked you properly for all that you did. I could not be happier with the results. For the read more... first time, I can breathe and the cosmetic outcome is perfection. You cannot see the suture line! Your work is impeccable. I am very grateful to you, and it will be a pleasure to recommend you to my friends and colleagues.
Words seem inadequate to express my gratitude (and amazement!) for what you have done for me. It’s been a long journey, and it takes even longer for esteem and body image to catch up with the physical read more... changes. Thank you for being such a compassionate surgeon. Your extraordinary skills and caring are a rare combination. I hope you can instill both in surgeons you are teaching.
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Double board-certified plastic surgeon and Harvard Medical School Associate Professor of Surgery, Dr. Samuel Lin has acquired state-of-the-art skills in several reconstructive and cosmetic procedures. After editing several medical textbooks and being awarded the American Association of Plastic Surgeons (AAPS) Academic Scholar Award, it’s clear that Dr. Lin is pioneering his field one patient at a time. Dr.…
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There Is No Such Thing As “One Bra Size”
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Vaping/Electronic Cigarettes, and Regular Cigarettes- What Are The Differences In Using Them Before Surgery?
What is an e-cigarette? An e-cigarette is a battery-operated device that people use to inhale an aerosol that is formed by heating a liquid. The user breathes this aerosol and exhales. It is typically used to deliver a nicotine containing substance but it can also be used for marijuana and other drugs. What are…
Dr. Samuel Lin Dishes On What’s New These Days with Botox?
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What Is The Difference Between A Functional And An Aesthetic/Cosmetic Rhinoplasty?
Haute Beauty caught up with Dr. Samuel Lin who dishes on the difference between the different rhinoplasty procedures.
Dr. Samuel Lin Answers All Of Your BBL Questions
If a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is a procedure you’ve steered clear of because of supposed risks and controversy, let renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Samuel Lin alleviate your concerns.
Dr. Samuel Lin Helps You Decide Which Implant Is Best For You
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Dr. Samuel Lin On The Risks Of Medical Tourism
Dr. Samuel Lin spoke with Haute Beauty about medical tourism, the risks associated and why it isn’t the best choice when it comes to your health.
How To Care For Surgical Scars
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Kybella Versus Surgery For Chin And Neck Fat: What Are Your Options?
Dr. Samuel Lin dishes on Kybella for chin and neck fat removal.
What Is Pre-Juvenation And Preventative Botox?
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All Your Rhinoplasty Questions Answered By Nose Job Expert Dr. Samuel Lin
What does recovery look like? I typically tell patients no exercise or heavy lifting for a month. Swelling can take up to a year to decrease.
Preservation Rhinoplasty: The New Nose Job
Preservation rhinoplasty is a new (but not so new) chapter in rhinoplasty history. Its underpinnings were described more than a century ago by surgeons named Drs. Goodale, Cottle, and Lothrop, and just as the “open” approach transformed rhinoplasty surgery decades ago, preservation rhinoplasty is similarly transformative, leading surgeons to potentially rethink traditional dogma1 and relates to preserving as much of the nasal structures during rhinoplasty.
Otoplasty: Your Options When It Comes To Treating Prominent Ears
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Plastic Surgery And Social Media
Dr. Samuel Lin is a Haute Beauty Nose Expert representing the Boston region.
Frequently Asked Rhinoplasty Questions
Haute Beauty chats with Dr. Lin to answer the essential questions about the common nose job.
What Is A Non-Surgical Nose Job?
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Adjusting To The New Normal: A Focus On The Upper Third Of The Face
Dr. Samuel Lin dishes on what to expect during facial cosmetic surgery in the age of COVID-19 and keeping our faces looking young, healthy, and bright.
Show Me What You’re Made Of: Hyaluronic Acid In Dermal Fillers And Facial Products
Dr. Lin dishes on injectable fillers, in specific, the hyaluronic acid filler which helps maintain skin structure and moisture.
Vanishing Act: How Microdermabrasion Can Diminish Skin Irregularities
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Lin talks, a microdermabrasion skin procedure that can help treat damaged skin and as a result, stimulate new skin growth.
Fillers Or Facelift: When To Take The Dive
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin explains the option of choosing fillers or a facelift procedure emphasizing what to take into consideration and the outcome of each.
Tucked Away: Tips For Maximizing Your Tummy Tuck Results
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin walks you through an abdominoplasty procedure from beginning to end emphasizing the importance of post-op care.
Botox Through The Decades: Look Your Best At Every Age
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin discusses Botox injections through the sequence of age with additional suggested treatments that will best target facial wrinkles.
Full And Youthful Lips Never Go Out Of Style
Haute Beauty expert Dr. Samuel Lin talks about all the options to non-surgical and permanent lip enhancements to restore a youthfull appearance.
Gone Without A Trace? Your Best Options For Tattoo Removal
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin discusses the multiple procedures to permanently remove a tattoo both invasive and non-invasive.
Tips On Learning About Plastic Surgery Through Social Media
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin discusses how social media platforms are highly recommendable to learn more about plastic surgery.
Tips And Tricks To Maintain Skin Health Indoors With Dr. Lin
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin discusses suitable skin care routines to help maintain your skin while being indoors for long periods of time.
If You Can Age Gracefully, Your Nose Can Too
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Five Things To Know About The COVID-19 Vaccine And Facial Fillers
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin outlines important information to know about the potential side effects to consider after taking the COVID-19 vaccine if you have facial fillers.
Face Mask Acne: 9 Simple Tips For Combating ‘Maskne’
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin goes through multiple treatment options and tips to tackle facial acne caused by masks.
Your Time To Shine: Tips For Accomplishing Your New Year’s Resolutions
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin shares common ideas/goals and structured tips to accomplish your New Year resolutions.
Resetting The Clock: Basic Concepts Behind Different Types Of Facelifts
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin discusses the different types of facelift procedures while specifying what areas of the face it targets.
Losing Strands? Get Natural-Looking Results With Hair Transplant Surgery
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin explains what to expect from the procedure, recovery, and final results of a hair transplant surgery.
Spring Ahead With Plastic Surgery To Rejuvenate Your Look For Spring
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin dishes on the top requested procedures plastic surgery treatments going into the Spring season.
Contours In The Right Places: Your Options For Body Contouring After Weight Loss
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin offers multiple options for body contouring after weight loss to get rid of excess skin.
What Can Plastic Surgeons Do For Migraine Headaches?
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin introduces a surgical migraine treatment that has proven to decrease migraine heachaches.
How Does BodyTite Work? The Science Behind The Fat Reducing Procedure
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin explains how BodyTite relies on radiofrequency-assisted lipolysis and is great for the removal of stubborn fat.
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Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin shares balanced and healthy diet recommendations for patients after their plastic surgery procedures.
Stretch Marks? The Science Behind The Cause And How To Treat Them
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin explains what causes stretch marks, what you can do to avoid them, and treatment options.
Your Minimally-Invasive Options For Spider Vein Treatment
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin explains the difference between a spider and varicose vein while offering options to treat them.
Achieving Form And Function: Revision Rhinoplasty
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin explains how a revision rhinoplasty corrects the aesthetics or functionality of prior nose surgeries.
Three Questions For Young Patients Who Want Cosmetic Surgery
Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Samuel Lin discusses important information to consider if you are a young patient seeking cosmetic surgery.
Injectables 101: Dr. Samuel Lin Talks Things To Avoid & Tips For Recovery
Learn about injectables from Dr. Samuel Lin as he discusses what things to avoid prior to treatment and his tips to prevent swelling and bruising afterward.
Haute Beauty Experts Dish On Self-Image Positivity
Haute Beauty Experts give their #1 piece of advice to people considering any treatment and/or procedure to improve their self-image.
How To Choose The Right Surgeon According To The Experts
We sat down with some of the top surgeons in the industry to get advice on choosing the right plastic and or cosmetic surgeon. Here’s what they had to say.
WATCH: At Home With Haute Beauty/MD Webinars Featuring Dr. Samuel Lin And Dr. Jack Zamora
Today, Haute Beauty sat down with Boston-based plastic surgeon Dr. Sameul Lin and Denver-based plastic surgeon Dr. Jack Zamora to answer all the audience’s face-related cosmetic concerns.
Haute Beauty Experts Share The Advantages Of Social Media
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Injectables 101: Dr. Samuel Lin Talks Things To Avoid & Tips For Recovery
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