Chih-Ta Lin, MD, FAANS
Dr. Lin is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care tailored to each patient’s needs. Believing in the strength of multidisciplinary teamwork, Dr. Lin works closely with a skilled team of professionals to ensure the best outcomes. Dr. Lin values open communication, honesty, and active listening, creating strong, one-on-one relationships with patients and their families.
With expertise and compassion, Dr. Lin delivers precise care and successful surgical results while prioritizing the patient’s well-being. Above all, Dr. Lin strives to create an environment where patients feel heard, supported, and informed at every stage of their care.
Education history:
- MD, University of Vermont College of Medicine, 2010
- Residency: University of Vermont Medical Campus, 2017
Spine Disorders
- Degenerative disc disease
- Cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spinal stenosis
- Herniated (slipped) discs
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal instability
- Radiculopathy and sciatica
- Myelopathy
- Facet joint disease
- Spinal fractures and trauma
- Spinal infections (discitis, osteomyelitis, epidural abscess)
- Spinal tumors (primary and metastatic)
Brain Disorders (seen at CU Medicine Longmont Specialty Care Center)
- Brain tumors (benign and malignant, primary and metastatic)
- Meningiomas
- Gliomas
- Brain cysts
- Hydrocephalus
- Chiari malformation
- Intracranial pressure disorders
- Brain abscesses
Head and Spine Trauma
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Skull fractures
- Subdural and epidural hematomas
- Spinal cord injury
- Vertebral fractures
CSF Disorders (seen at CU Medicine Longmont Specialty Care Center)
- Cerebrospinal fluid leaks
- Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH)
- Shunt-related disorders
Spinal Surgery
- Discectomy
- Laminectomy
- Spinal Fusion
- Artificial Disc Replacement
- Spinal Tumor Resection
- Cervical and Lumbar Fusion
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Brain Surgery (seen at CU Medicine Longmont Specialty Care Center)
- Craniotomy
- Brain Tumor Resection
- Hydrocephalus Shunt Placement
- Ventriculostomy
- Craniofacial Reconstruction
- Stereotactic Brain Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery
- Brain Biopsy
Trauma and Injury Surgery
- Craniotomy for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Spinal Trauma Surgery
- Fracture Repair
- Evacuation of Hematomas
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Carpal Tunnel Release
