Oscar Lin, MD, PhD

Oscar Lin, MD, PhD

Areas of Expertise

My Specialties

  • Cytology
  • Fine-needle aspiration (FNA)
  • Hematopathology
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Get to Know Me

I am a pathologist with expertise in cytopathology and hematopathology. In cytopathology, we analyze cells to make a diagnosis. These cells can be obtained through non-invasive or minimally invasive procedures. One of these minimally invasive procedures is fine needle aspiration biopsy, a procedure that allows an accurate diagnosis without the need of a surgical procedure. These biopsies are highly sensitive and they can be obtained through a thin needle with minimal potential complications. They represent a safe alternative to open surgical biopsies. I and my colleagues in the Cytology service perform fine needle aspiration biopsies of superficial palpable lesions.

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My research is focused on the use of tumor markers in cytology specimens, both for diagnostic as well as prognostic purposes. In the surgical pathology field, I am particularly interested in neoplastic hematopathology, especially in the field of lymphomas.

As an educator, I serve as Medical Director of the MSKCC Cytotechnology School and Associate Director of the Cytopathology Fellowship Program.

What I Do at MSK

I'm a pathologist, which is a doctor who uses a microscope to make a diagnosis from cell and tissue samples. I analyze these samples to learn the cause and effects of a health issue.

  • Chief, Cytology Service
Areas of Expertise

My Specialties

  • Cytology
  • Fine-needle aspiration (FNA)
  • Hematopathology
Education & Honors

Education

  • MD, PhD, University of Sao Paulo (Brazil)

Residencies

  • University of Sao Paulo (Brazil)
  • New York University Medical Center

Fellowships

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Board Certifications

  • Anatomic Pathology
  • Clinical Pathology
  • Cytopathology

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Contact and Location

Dr. Lin sees patients at one location.

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New York, NY
1275 York Avenue New York NY 10065

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Research and Publications

Publications on PubMed

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Disclosures

Doctors and faculty members often work with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology, and life sciences companies, and other organizations outside of MSK, to find safe and effective cancer treatments, to improve patient care, and to educate the health care community.

MSK requires doctors and faculty members to report (“disclose”) the relationships and financial interests they have with external entities. As a commitment to transparency with our community, we make that information available to the public.

Oscar Lin discloses the following relationships and financial interests:

  • Hologic
    Professional Services and Activities
  • Janssen Research & Development, LLC
    Professional Services and Activities

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