Dr. Albert Lin
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Albert L. Lin is a board-certified ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgical specialist who cares for patients with complex retinal and macular disease. He combines advanced surgical care with the latest medical therapies, and he is active in clinically focused research and multi-site clinical trials to help bring new treatments to patients.
A Mississippi native, Dr. Lin earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine, completed an ophthalmology residency at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and then trained in vitreoretinal surgery at the University of Virginia. He returned to UMMC to practice and teach, and was recognized as the UMMC Ophthalmology Attending of the Year in 2019. He values clear communication and partnership, so you understand your diagnosis, treatment options, and next steps.
Training

Vitreoretinal Surgical
2017University of Virginia
FellowshipOphthalmology
2015University of Mississippi
ResidencyMD, Medicine
2011University of Mississippi
Medical School
BA, Chemistry
2007University of Pennsylvania
Undergraduate
Awards & Honors
UMMC Ophthalmology Attending of the Year
2019University of Mississippi Medical Center
Publications & Press
Multifocal Macular Lesions in a Middle-aged Woman
JAMA Ophthalmol.•2022Combined phacovitrectomy with capsular tension ring and gas tamponade for chronic cyclodialysis cleft unresponsive to conventional closure
Taiwan J Ophthalmol•2021Eicosanoid Profiles in the Vitreous Humor of Patients with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
Int J Mol Sci.•2020Utility of Wound Cultures in the Management of Open Globe Injuries: A 5-year Retrospective Review
J Ophthalmic Inflamm Infect.•2020
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- MS
- License Numbers
- 23365
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