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Dr. Wei-Chen Lin, MD

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Specializes in: Diagnostic Radiology

New York University (NYU) School of Medicine (1995)

Professional interests include: diagnostic evaluation, breast biopsy, X-rays, and more.

315 W. Wendover Avenue
Greensboro, NC 27408

(336) 433-5000

Dr. Wei-Chen Lin, MD is a diagnostic radiologist in Greensboro, NC specializing in diagnostic radiology. She graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine in 1995 and has 30 years of experience. Dr. Wei-Chen Lin, MD is affiliated with Diagnostic Radiology & Imaging, DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY AND IMAGING LLC, IMRAD OF VIRGINIA PLLC, GREENSBORO RADIOLOGY PA and WAKE FOREST HEALTH NETWORK LLC.

Office Locations

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1002 N Church Street Suite 401
Greensboro, NC 27405

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1331 N Elm Street Suite 200
Greensboro, NC 27401

Address:

315 W. Wendover Avenue
Greensboro, NC 27408

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4030 Oaks Professional Parkway Suite 101
Burlington, NC 27215

Some issues Dr. Wei-Chen Lin, MD can help you with:

Breast Biopsy

Breast biopsy is a procedure where a small sample of tissue is collected from the breast for testing. A physician may prescribe a breast biopsy for a variety of reasons, but they are most frequently prescribed for a lump found in the breast. Biopsy samples extracted are examined by pathologists in a laboratory setting and are tested to determine if they are cancerous or benign, or indicative of some other condition. Depending on the lab results, physicians may prescribe additional treatment. Other circumstances which may prompt a breast biopsy include:

Mammograms that detect other unusual features in the chest, such as a cyst or calcium deposit
Breast scans or ultrasounds that display abnormalities
Nipple changes, such as scaling, crusting, or bloody discharge

Breast biopsies are collected through several different procedures and the specific type of biopsy that a patient receives depends on the size, location, and features of a breast lump or irregularity. The three main methods of collecting a breast biopsy include:

Fine needle aspiration (FNA biopsy), where a thin needle is directed into a breast lump or abnormality, extracting a small sample of tissue or liquid
Core needle biopsy (CNB biopsy), where a hollow needle is directed into a breast lump or abnormality, extracting cylinders of tissue called "cores"
Open (surgical) biopsy, where a breast lump is removed through an incision in the breast

Fine needle aspiration (FNA) and core needle biopsy (CNB) are sometimes image-guided, where a mammogram, ultrasound, or MRI helps direct the physician performing the needle extraction.

Fine needle aspiration, the most common biopsy method, generally requires few patient preparations. It is recommended patients avoid using lotion, deodorant, and perfume prior to their biopsy procedure. FNA biopsy is performed with local anesthesia (topical numbing cream) and typically has a quick recovery, but patients may experience soreness for a few days. Core needle biopsy extracts slightly more tissue than an FNA biopsy.

Open (surgical) biopsy is more invasive and requires general anesthesia, where patients are put to sleep during the procedure. Patients must fast prior to the surgery. After the biopsy is performed, patients are monitored in a recovery room for a time before being discharged, when they will need someone else to provide transportation.

Although some may consider breast biopsy to be a simple procedure, it can catch critical issues - particularly breast cancer - that impact wellness. If a breast biopsy reveals an underlying condition like life-threatening cancer, patients can receive the diagnosis and medical treatment that is necessary for their long-term health.

abdominal imaging	242
brain imaging (neuroimaging)	350
breast procedures	1085
CT scan	598
diagnostic imaging	186
diagnostic procedures	10
hip imaging	32
image guided procedures	10
minimally invasive procedures	10
minor procedures	10
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	89
musculoskeletal imaging	46
pelvic imaging	194
preventive care	788
spinal procedures	84
thoracic (chest) imaging	934
ultrasound (sonogram)	160
vascular procedures	26
women's imaging	1075
X-rays	1954

**Gender**
Male	624
Female	1874

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1888
Black	537
Hispanic	25
Asian	27
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	935
From 75 to 84	678
85 and over	350
Less than 65	535

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	36
Dementia	16
Cancer	15

abdominal imaging	118
brain imaging (neuroimaging)	146
breast procedures	1536
CT scan	280
diagnostic imaging	241
hip imaging	21
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	16
musculoskeletal imaging	62
pelvic imaging	118
preventive care	1174
spinal procedures	27
thoracic (chest) imaging	637
ultrasound (sonogram)	119
women's imaging	1539
X-rays	2122

**Gender**
Male	431
Female	1903

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1774
Black	488
Hispanic	33
Asian	20
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	941
From 75 to 84	598
85 and over	287
Less than 65	508

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	37
Dementia	12
Cancer	12

abdominal imaging	143
brain imaging (neuroimaging)	93
breast procedures	2344
CT scan	199
diagnostic imaging	319
hip imaging	28
musculoskeletal imaging	428
pelvic imaging	94
preventive care	1666
spinal procedures	24
thoracic (chest) imaging	670
ultrasound (sonogram)	406
women's imaging	2347
X-rays	3123

**Gender**
Male	1110
Female	4726

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	4568
Black	1066
Hispanic	80
Asian	60
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	2436
From 75 to 84	1614
85 and over	652
Less than 65	1134

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	32
Dementia	12
Cancer	12

abdominal imaging	139
brain imaging (neuroimaging)	55
breast procedures	2304
CT scan	166
diagnostic imaging	332
musculoskeletal imaging	397
pelvic imaging	109
preventive care	1631
spinal procedures	13
thoracic (chest) imaging	397
ultrasound (sonogram)	372
women's imaging	2307
X-rays	2780

**Gender**
Male	412
Female	1895

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1759
Black	463
Hispanic	37
Asian	29
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	982
From 75 to 84	642
85 and over	257
Less than 65	426

abdominal imaging	70
brain imaging (neuroimaging)	35
breast procedures	2126
CT scan	83
diagnostic imaging	299
musculoskeletal imaging	363
pelvic imaging	49
preventive care	1486
thoracic (chest) imaging	302
ultrasound (sonogram)	364
women's imaging	2129
X-rays	2448

**Gender**
Male	247
Female	1795

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1582
Black	376
Hispanic	41
Asian	23
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1006
From 75 to 84	524
85 and over	168
Less than 65	344

abdominal imaging	26
brain imaging (neuroimaging)	29
breast procedures	2350
CT scan	58
diagnostic imaging	337
musculoskeletal imaging	405
pelvic imaging	30
preventive care	1556
ultrasound (sonogram)	455
women's imaging	2353
X-rays	2292

**Gender**
Male	198
Female	1657

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1458
Black	332
Hispanic	21
Asian	0
Other	25
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	938
From 75 to 84	472
85 and over	154
Less than 65	291

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	31
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

abdominal imaging	90
brain imaging (neuroimaging)	46
breast procedures	2124
CT scan	132
diagnostic imaging	301
diagnostic procedures	13
image guided procedures	13
minimally invasive procedures	13
minor procedures	13
musculoskeletal imaging	376
pelvic imaging	70
preventive care	1416
spinal procedures	15
ultrasound (sonogram)	413
women's imaging	2111
X-rays	2087

**Gender**
Male	340
Female	1785

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1647
Black	376
Hispanic	42
Asian	30
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	993
From 75 to 84	564
85 and over	223
Less than 65	345

abdominal imaging	118
brain imaging (neuroimaging)	78
breast procedures	1467
CT scan	163
diagnostic imaging	181
musculoskeletal imaging	196
pelvic imaging	64
preventive care	1081
spinal procedures	20
ultrasound (sonogram)	261
women's imaging	1470
X-rays	1452

**Gender**
Male	372
Female	1578

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1530
Black	353
Hispanic	28
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	930
From 75 to 84	530
85 and over	226
Less than 65	264

abdominal imaging	13
brain imaging (neuroimaging)	19
breast procedures	1854
CT scan	35
diagnostic imaging	252
pelvic imaging	17
preventive care	1327
ultrasound (sonogram)	273
women's imaging	1857
X-rays	1571

**Gender**
Male	131
Female	1271

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1124
Black	214
Hispanic	18
Asian	19
Other	27
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	736
From 75 to 84	432
85 and over	97
Less than 65	137

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	29
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

abdominal imaging	5
brain imaging (neuroimaging)	14
breast procedures	1837
CT scan	22
diagnostic imaging	259
diagnostic procedures	9
image guided procedures	9
minimally invasive procedures	9
minor procedures	9
pelvic imaging	9
preventive care	1325
ultrasound (sonogram)	239
women's imaging	1828
X-rays	1576

**Gender**
Male	118
Female	1327

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1169
Black	200
Hispanic	29
Asian	18
Other	29
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	777
From 75 to 84	445
85 and over	100
Less than 65	123

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	28
Dementia	5
Cancer	15

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wei-Chen Lin, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Wei-Chen Lin, MD treated as a diagnostic radiologist in Greensboro, NC were X-rays, breast procedures, women's imaging and preventive care.

abdominal imaging	99
brain imaging (neuroimaging)	88
breast procedures	1907
CT scan	176
diagnostic imaging	271
diagnostic procedures	12
hip imaging	27
image guided procedures	12
minimally invasive procedures	12
minor procedures	12
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	53
musculoskeletal imaging	284
pelvic imaging	76
preventive care	1345
spinal procedures	31
thoracic (chest) imaging	589
ultrasound (sonogram)	309
vascular procedures	26
women's imaging	1903
X-rays	2147

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Chen Lin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	398
Female	1981

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	440
Asian / Pacific Islander	24
Non-Hispanic White	1849
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	35
Other	8

**Age**
75 to 84	649
85 and over	251
Less than 65	410
65 to 74	1067

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Chen Lin, MD From 2013 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Wei-Chen Lin, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	11
Osteoporosis	13
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	32
Atrial Fibrillation	11
Cancer	12
Dementia	10

Education & Training

Dr. Wei-Chen Lin, MD graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine in 1995. She completed residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. She has a state license in North Carolina.

Medical School: New York University (NYU) School of Medicine (1995)

Residency: New York-Presbyterian Hospital (2000)

Licensed In: North Carolina

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Wei-Chen Lin, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Diagnostic Radiology & Imaging

DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY AND IMAGING LLC

IMRAD OF VIRGINIA PLLC

GREENSBORO RADIOLOGY PA

WAKE FOREST HEALTH NETWORK LLC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Wei-Chen Lin, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Abbott Laboratories	$392 Proclaim IPG $273	PROCLAIM $65	Axium $53
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.	$11 S2000 HELX with Touch Control $11

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$402

Biography

Dr. Wei-Chen Lin is a medical specialist in diagnostic radiology. Her clinical interests include breast ultrasound, breast MRI, and diagnostic evaluation. After completing medical school at New York University (NYU) School of Medicine, Dr. Lin performed her residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital and Columbia University Medical Center.