Prior to joining Advanced Surgeons, she has worked with the mentally ill and chemically dependent population at New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell inpatient psychiatric department and the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program. Prior to her nursing education, Lina graduated from Iona College with a Bachelors of Business Administration. She currently enjoys assisting the patient population through bariatric and general surgery. She has a unique combination of strong nursing skills and strives to provide the best health care possible. She believes in building a long lasting and trusting relationship with her patients.