Elaine Lin, MD, FAAD

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Review by Anonymous on June 05, 2026 -

MarinHealth Dermatology | A UCSF Health Clinic (San Rafael) - 5000 Civic Center Drive

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Comment - “ Dr Lin is the best and worth the... ”

Dr Lin is the best and worth the wait

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“Dr Lin is the best and worth the...”

Dr Lin is the best and worth the wait

Anonymous 06/05/2026

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Review by Anonymous on April 09, 2026 -

MarinHealth Dermatology | A UCSF Health Clinic (San Rafael) - 5000 Civic Center Drive

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Comment - “ Dr Lin is very competent and car... ”

Dr Lin is very competent and caring.

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“Dr Lin is very competent and car...”

Dr Lin is very competent and caring.

Anonymous 04/09/2026

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Review by Anonymous on January 06, 2026 -

MarinHealth Dermatology | A UCSF Health Clinic (San Rafael) - 5000 Civic Center Drive

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Comment - “ I have a lot of confidence in Dr... ”

I have a lot of confidence in Dr. Lin and her staff

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“I have a lot of confidence in Dr...”

I have a lot of confidence in Dr. Lin and her staff

Anonymous 01/06/2026

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Review by Anonymous on November 05, 2025 -

MarinHealth Dermatology | A UCSF Health Clinic (San Rafael) - 5000 Civic Center Drive

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Comment - “ Excellent care. Many thanks... ”

Excellent care. Many thanks

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“Excellent care. Many thanks...”

Excellent care. Many thanks

Anonymous 11/05/2025

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Review by Anonymous on July 22, 2025 -

MarinHealth Dermatology | A UCSF Health Clinic (San Rafael) - 5000 Civic Center Drive

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Comment - “ Thanks again Dr Lin and staff!... ”

Thanks again Dr Lin and staff!

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“Thanks again Dr Lin and staff!...”

Thanks again Dr Lin and staff!

Anonymous 07/22/2025

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Review by Anonymous on June 05, 2026 -

MarinHealth Dermatology | A UCSF Health Clinic (San Rafael) - 5000 Civic Center Drive

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Comment - “ Elaine is highly knowledgeable, ... ”

Elaine is highly knowledgeable, a deep listener, responds thoughtfully and in detail, and seems 100 percent focused on the patient during the visit.

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“Elaine is highly knowledgeable, ...”

Elaine is highly knowledgeable, a deep listener, responds thoughtfully and in detail, and seems 100 percent focused on the patient during the visit.

Anonymous 06/05/2026

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Review by Anonymous on February 07, 2026 -

MarinHealth Dermatology | A UCSF Health Clinic (San Rafael) - 5000 Civic Center Drive

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Comment - “ Dr. Lin as alwaysvery profession... ”

Dr. Lin as alwaysvery professional and answered all questions. I did not feel rushed. Thank you.

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“Dr. Lin as alwaysvery profession...”

Dr. Lin as alwaysvery professional and answered all questions. I did not feel rushed. Thank you.

Anonymous 02/07/2026

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Review by Anonymous on November 30, 2025 -

MarinHealth Dermatology | A UCSF Health Clinic (San Rafael) - 5000 Civic Center Drive

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Comment - “ The pricing for my skin-spot tre... ”

The pricing for my skin-spot treatment was shockingly high. In March my out-of-pocket cost was $200, and in November it jumped to $350 for a similar amount of spots treated. Even the nurse commented that the increase seemed crazy. The care was good, but the price jump felt excessive and needs explanation.

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“The pricing for my skin-spot tre...”

Anonymous 11/30/2025

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Review by Anonymous on August 07, 2025 -

MarinHealth Dermatology | A UCSF Health Clinic (San Rafael) - 5000 Civic Center Drive

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Comment - “ Wished we had more discussion re... ”

Wished we had more discussion re creams for skin

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“Wished we had more discussion re...”

Wished we had more discussion re creams for skin

Anonymous 08/07/2025

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Review by Anonymous on June 05, 2025 -

MarinHealth Dermatology | A UCSF Health Clinic (San Rafael) - 5000 Civic Center Drive

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Practice Evaluation

Ease of Getting an Appointment Not rated
Courtesy of Practice Staff Not rated
Appearance & Atmosphere of Office Not rated
Handling of Billing & Insurance Not rated
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Willingness to Spend Time with You Not rated
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Trust in Decision Making Not rated
Accuracy of Diagnosis Not rated
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Comment - “ Dr Lin is the bomb. She's kind,... ”

Dr Lin is the bomb. She's kind, caring, sweet and professional

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“Dr Lin is the bomb. She's kind,...”

Dr Lin is the bomb. She's kind, caring, sweet and professional

Anonymous 06/05/2025

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Dermatologist - General

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MarinHealth Dermatology | A UCSF Health Clinic

MarinHealth Dermatology | A UCSF Health Clinic

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Elizabeth Zettersten, MD, FAAD - Dermatologist

Renee Howard, MD, FAAD - Dermatologist

Matthew Koehler, DO, FAAD, FAOCD - Dermatologist

Kristen Chen, MD - Dermatologist

Amy Kobalter, MD, FAAD - Dermatologist

Lucinda Kohn, MD, MHS - Dermatologist

Ravinder Gogia, MD, FAAD, FACMS - Dermatologist, Surgeon

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