Dr Chris Lim is a consultant ophthalmologist with subspecialty expertise in cataract, eyelid, laser and refractive surgery, and corneal transplants. Following his comprehensive general ophthalmology training, he completed a two-year clinical fellowship in cornea, external eye disease, and refractive surgery at the National University Health System in Singapore, followed by an additional fellowship in cornea and oculoplastics at the Royal Perth Hospital. His clinical practice encompasses complex and premium cataract surgery, advanced vision correction, corneal transplantation, and complex anterior segment reconstruction. Known for his meticulous approach, Dr Lim is dedicated to highly personalised care.
Beyond the clinic, Dr Lim is an internationally recognised researcher and a sought-after educator on the global speaking circuit. Driven by a commitment to advancing patient care, he completed a PhD at the University of New South Wales. He has published over 60 peer-reviewed articles, authored multiple textbook chapters, and received numerous accolades for his clinical and research contributions, including the Royal Perth Hospital Research Foundation Professor Lyn Beazley Emerging Leader Award and conferment as an Eye Care Ambassador at the Eye and Vision Health Awards in Singapore.
Deeply invested in the future of his profession, Dr Lim serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the National University of Singapore. He is actively involved in teaching medical students and postgraduate ophthalmologists. His dedication to education has been recognised with awards such as the National University of Singapore Medicine Dean’s Award for Teaching Excellence, the National University Health System Young Clinician Mentor Award, and the Wong Hock Boon Society and Singapore Medical Association Charity Fund Outstanding Mentor Award. For his patients, this ongoing academic rigor translates to a practice grounded in the very latest evidence-based medicine.
Areas of clinical specialty
- Cataract surgery
- Laser and refractive surgery
- Corneal transplantation
- Keratoconus management
- Pterygium surgery
- Dry eye and ocular surface disease
- Eyelid surgery
Research interests
- Advancing corneal care: Developing treatments for complex corneal conditions to restore vision and improve recovery times.
- Dry eye and ocular comfort: Exploring better strategies to optimise the health of the ocular surface.
- Environmental eye health: Pioneering research into how environmental factors, including the presence of microplastics in medical products, impact eye health to guarantee the highest safety standards for our patients.
- Sustainable healthcare: Leading initiatives to reduce the environmental footprint of ophthalmic care, ensuring we protect our planet while delivering world-class clinical care.
Awards/Professional Achievements
Research Funding and Conference Awards
- Singapore Eye Research Institute Higher Research Endowment Fund
- National University Health System Innovation Grant
- ExxonMobil-National University of Singapore Fellowship
- National University of Singapore Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine Katong Collaborative Grant
- Singapore Eye Research Institute-Lee Foundation Pilot Grant
- Korean Corneal Society Annual Meeting and International Symposium Travel Award
- Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology-International Travel Grant
- Best Oral Presentation Award, 6th International Postgraduate Conference on Biotechnology, Singapore
Awards
- Royal Perth Hospital Research Foundation Professor Lyn Beazley AO Emerging Leader Award
- National University Hospital Ophthalmology Research Mentor Award
- National University of Singapore Medicine Dean Award for Teaching Excellence
- National University Hospital Department of Ophthalmology Great Teacher Award
- Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO) Young Ophthalmologist Rising Star
- Best Ophthalmology Mentor Award, National University Hospital
- Wong Hock Boon Society and Singapore Medical Association Charity Fund Outstanding Mentor Award
- Young Eye Care Ambassador, Eye and Vision Health Awards, Singapore
- NUHS Young Clinician Mentor Award
- Junior Doctor Teaching Award, National University of Singapore Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
Professional memberships
- Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
- Fellows of the Academy of Medicine (Ophthalmology), Singapore
- Asia Dry Eye Society
- Asia-Pacific Association of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
Current hospital/university affiliations
- Consultant Ophthalmologist, Royal Perth Hospital
- Visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist, National University Health System, Singapore
- Adjunct Assistant Professor, Center for Sustainable Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
- Senior Clinical Lecturer, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore
- Lecturer, School of Spatial & Product Design, Faculty of Design, LASALLE College of the Arts (University of the Arts Singapore)
