Dr. Richie Lin, MD


Physician
Dermatology

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Dermatology Consultants of Summit, LLC
47 Maple Street, Suite 305 Suite 305
Summit, New Jersey 07901
For an appointment, call (908) 219-4725
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Richie Lin, MD

Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.

About Dr. Richie Lin, MD

Richie L. Lin, MD was raised in Millburn, New Jersey, and is a graduate of Millburn Senior High School. Dr. Lin went on to graduate magna cum laude from Vanderbilt University with a BA in music literature. He then returned to New Jersey and graduated from UMDNJ – New Jersey Medical School, during which time he was elected to the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. Dr. Lin trained in internal medicine in San Francisco, then completed his residency in dermatology at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center.  During residency, Dr. Lin was chosen to serve as the Chief Resident in the Division of Dermatology. Dr. Lin has now returned to Summit, New Jersey to practice and teaches part-time on the faculty of the New York University School of Medicine. He looks forward to serving the northern New Jersey community.

Patient Education Resources

Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
How do biologics work to treat my eczema?
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
What are some basic acne skin care tips?
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
What are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
What is microneedling?
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...