Accepting new patients
Dr.
Prof Kin Sheng Lim
Ophthalmology
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- GP consultation
- Annual physical exam
- Vaccination administration
- Minor procedure (skin)
About Prof Kin Sheng Lim
Professor K. Sheng Lim is an internationally renowned ophthalmologist specialising in glaucoma and cataract surgeries. He is head of the Glaucoma Service at St Thomas' Hospital, and was appointed the first ever Professor in Glaucoma Studies (Ophthalmology), Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine at King's College London in 2020. He read medicine at University of Leicester before training as an ophthalmologist in London, then specialising in Glaucoma after further training in Moorfields Eye Hospital and The Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He obtained his Doctorate in Medicine (MD) from University College London. He is currently involved in more than 10 glaucoma clinical trials as a chief or principal investigator and has delivered over 200 invited lectures nationally and internationally in the last twelve years. He is on the editorial and executive boards of scientific journals as well as editor of ophthalmology textbook. Professor Lim's submitted his Doctorate thesis to University of London in 2001, after spending more than two years at the Institute of Ophthalmology, Moorfields Eye Hospital and University of Brighton researching a new type of implant for glaucoma treatments. He is now the research director for the ophthalmology department at St Thomas' Hospital. His research is focused on pathophysiology and treatment of glaucoma. Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments His clinical expertise includes innovative glaucoma surgeries, such as: SLT laser, laser iridotomy,laser iridoplasty, Trabeculectomy, Baerveldt tube, Ahmed Valve, MicroShunt (PreserFlo) implant, EyeWatch implant, iStent & Hydrus implant, as well as endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation (ECP) and Micropulse laser. Mr Lim also performs high volume cataract surgeries in the NHS as well as the private sector and offers premium intraocular lens options such as toric or multifocal lenses.
"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."
Credentials & verification
Medical license
Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) ·
#-910121
Valid until 2028-12-31
Verify with issuerBoard certification
European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-7F97BC2C
Renewal due 2024
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AXA Healthcare Liability
1,000,000 EUR
Valid until 2026-12-31
No claims on file
Education & training
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2003–2009
MD · Medicine and Surgery
Universidad de Navarra
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2009–2013
Residency · Ophthalmology
Universitat de València
Career & appointments
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2013-09–2014-08
Junior consultant
Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology
Procedures & conditions
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime volume |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 |
1,101 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 |
2,387 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 |
67 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 |
2,940 |
Patient reviews
See all 2176"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."
"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."
"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."
Recognition & press
Awards
- Top-rated Ophthalmology — — EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2014
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2014
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2014
Your consultation, step by step
- 1 Choose a slot
- 2 Brief pre-consult form
- 3 Consultation
- 4 Follow-up note & plan
Services & pricing
New patient consultation (60m)
Follow-up consultation (30m)
Vaccination administration
Minor procedure (skin)
Research & publications
h-index: 7 · i10: 13
Selected publications
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Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
DOI: 10.6201/euroclin.2026.0 · cited by 149
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Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across
DOI: 10.6788/euroclin.2025.1 · cited by 175
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Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
DOI: 10.2201/euroclin.2024.2 · cited by 17
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Additional publications
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Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Ophthalmology · European Annual Congress (Ophthalmology) · Vienna · 2024
- Single-centre experience in Ophthalmology · National Society Meeting · · 2023
Articles by Prof Kin Sheng Lim
Frequently asked
01. Do you accept new patients?
Prof Kin Sheng Lim is currently accepting new patients. Use the booking module to choose a slot.
02. Which languages can I be seen in?
Consultations are available in English.
03. Is the consultation in-person or online?
Most services are offered both in-clinic and via telemedicine. Each service card above marks its modalities.
04. Do you accept my insurance?
Please use the booking flow to enter your insurance — we verify and confirm before your slot.
05. What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your slot. Last-minute cancellations may incur a small administrative fee.
06. How is my health data protected?
All records are stored on EU servers, field-level encrypted, and GDPR compliant. Data is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.
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