Summary

Dr. Edward Lim is a board-certified ophthalmologist with 37 years of experience helping patients maintain and restore their vision. He earned his medical degree from The Robert Larner MD College of Medicine at The University of Vermont and completed his residency training at Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Lim speaks English and brings nearly four decades of specialized eye care expertise to his practice.

Dr. Lim is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus and serves patients across Connecticut in Old Saybrook, Branford, New London, Norwich, and Putnam. He specializes in treating serious retinal conditions including age-related macular degeneration and retinal detachment. His expertise includes advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to detect eye problems early. Patients rate Dr. Lim 4.5 out of 5 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 37 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Yale University School Of Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Edward S Lim has 5 locations

Edward S Lim Md Llc

633 Middlesex TpkeOld Saybrook, CT 06475

Edward S Lim Md Llc

249 W Main St Ste 14Branford, CT 06405
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lawrence And Memorial Hospital

365 Montauk AveNew London, CT 06320

Edward S Lim Md Llc

40 Connecticut AveNorwich, CT 06360
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Care Northeast Pc

5 Kennedy DrPutnam, CT 06260
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Edward S Lim, MDDr. Kevin J Kaufman, MDDr. Daniel Louis Schwartz, MDDr. Anthony Raymond Barri, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.3 
3.7 
3.9 
37 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, French, Italian Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Old Saybrook , CTBrookline , MABrookline , MAWaterford , CT
Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edward S Lim

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CarePartners of Connecticut
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • ConnectiCare - Medicare
  • EmblemHealth
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • HUSKY Health - Medicaid
  • HUSKY Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Edward S Lim has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Edward S Lim has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Angiography
  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. Edward S Lim holds an active medical license in the state of Connecticut.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Connecticut that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Yale University School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Lim's NPI number is 1124099726.

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