Lin Lin Gao, MD
Job Title
Plastic SurgeonAbout Me:
I joined Kaiser Permanente in 2018. As a female plastic surgeon, I listen to my patients’ stories with an open mind and heart as I seek to understand their priorities and goals while I communicate sometimes complex medical information. I approach each case with both technical precision and an artistic eye as I strive to minimize complications, to treat each patient with compassion as I would a family member and to be present with them every step of the surgery process.
Background:
- Board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
- Graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in biomedical engineering and studied fine arts.
- Attended Harvard Medical School
- Completed an integrated plastic surgery residency at the University of Pennsylvania
- Completed an additional fellowship year at Stanford University Medical Center
- Joined Kaiser in 2018 to serve the community and practice the full spectrum of plastic surgery.
- Dedicated to delivering high‑quality cosmetic surgery in a safe, well‑established health care network.
- Passionate about helping patients to feel confident both externally and internally. Continually inspired by her patients and grateful for the stories they share throughout their surgical journey.
Education:
- Harvard Medical School – MD
- University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine – Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency
- Stanford University Medical Center – Fellowship
Recognitions
- Top Doctors Sacramento