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Dr. John Lim, MD

Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery* Age 72
Dr. John Lim, MD
4.5 (39 Ratings)
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Dr. John Lim, MD is an Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Specialist in Houston, TX.
Dr. John Lim, MD
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Dr. John Lim, MD

Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery* Age 72
Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience
Dr. John Lim, MD is an Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Specialist in Houston, TX.

About

Dr. John Lim, MD is an Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Specialist in Houston, TX and has 42 years experience. They graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 1982 and completed a residency at Tulane.They currently practice at Houston Eye Associates and are affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center. Dr. Lim has experience treating conditions like Astigmatism, Dry Eyes and Lacrimal Gland Disorder among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lim received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 39 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Lim also speaks Chinese and Mandarin. Dr. Lim is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Astigmatism
Dry Eyes
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Astigmatism
Dry Eyes
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Astigmatism
Dry Eyes
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Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Tear Duct Disorders
Accommodation Disorders
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Cataract
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Chalazion
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Corneal Diseases
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Eye Infections
Eyelid Disorders
Farsightedness
Floaters
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Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Glaucoma
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Keratitis
Migraine
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Nearsightedness
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Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Presbyopia
Pterygium
Senile Cataracts
Squamous Blepharitis
Stye
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Cataract Removal Surgery
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Allergic Conjunctivitis
Bell's Palsy
Blepharitis
Chorioretinal Scars
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diabetes
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Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Disorder of Choroid
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Esotropia
Exotropia
Iridocyclitis
Iris Ciliary Degeneration
Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Macular Degeneration
Macular Hole
Ocular Hypertension
Pigment Dispersion Syndrome
Pinguecula
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Strabismus
Trichiasis
Uveitis
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Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Visual Field Defects
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
B-Scan Ultrasound
Excision of Chalazion
Eye Examination
Eye Procedure
Eye Surgery
Eye Test
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Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Glaucoma Surgery
Goniotomy
Intraocular Lens Implant Surgery
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Ultrasound
Vision Screening

Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • MultiPlan PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Houston Eye Associates
    2855 Gramercy St, Houston, TX 77025
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 668-6828
    Monday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Saturday
    08:00 - 11:30
  2. 2 Houston Eye Associates
    9230 Katy Fwy Ste 550, Houston, TX 77055
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 467-6600
  3. 3 Houston Eye Associates
    915 Gessner Rd Ste 250, Houston, TX 77024
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 467-6474

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lim
4.5
Based on 39 Reviews
5 Stars (32)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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Apr 12, 2024
I am very pleased with Dr. Lim and his staff. My surgery went smoothly. I was nervous before that but the staff's friendly and helpful attitude calm me down before the surgery. Thanks.
EC — Apr 12, 2024
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Chinese
Mandarin
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Ophthalmology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine
    1982
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • St Joseph Hospital|St Joseph Medical Center
    1983
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Tulane
    1986
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Lim, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lim's profile.

Dr. Lim frequently treats the following conditions: Astigmatism, Dry Eyes and Lacrimal Gland Disorder. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Lim, MD is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. John Lim, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center

    921 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX