Summary

Dr. John Lim is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist who has dedicated over four decades to women's healthcare. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center. His extensive 43-year career has given him deep expertise in comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care. Dr. Lim is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Lim practices at multiple locations throughout Torrance, California, with his primary affiliation at Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance. He also provides care at Harbor UCLA Medical Center and Torrance Memorial Medical Center. His clinical expertise includes treating conditions such as chronic pelvic pain and abdominal pain during pregnancy. He performs diagnostic procedures including pelvic ultrasounds and transvaginal ultrasounds to help evaluate women's health concerns. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals.
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Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 43 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. John Chin-Tiong Lim has 4 locations

Lim John Medical Group

4201 Torrance Blvd Ste 530Torrance, CA 90503
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Harbor Ucla Medical Center

1000 W Carson StTorrance, CA 90502

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Dr. John Chin-Tiong Lim, MDDr. Donna Alane Richey, MDDr. Hazem Elshoreya, MD, FACOG, MSCPDr. Shawanda Renee Obey, MD
Obstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & Gynecology
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3.8 
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43 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese, French Speaks English
Torrance , CATorrance , CAMarlton , NJRancho Cucamonga , CA
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: University of Alexandria Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Chin-Tiong Lim

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicare
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • Providence Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • The Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley, Inc.
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Chin-Tiong Lim has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Chin-Tiong Lim has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Birth Control
  • C-section
  • Child Birth
  • Hot Flashes
  • Infertility
  • Menopause
  • Menstrual Pain
  • Pap Smear
  • Pelvic Exam
  • Pregnancy
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Dr. John Chin-Tiong Lim holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Lim's NPI number is 1508899493.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Lim?
You can find contact information for Dr. John Lim here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. John Lim speak?
Dr. John Lim speaks Chinese and Spanish.
Does Dr. John Lim accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Lim has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. John Lim's office located?
Dr. John Lim's office is located at 4201 Torrance Blvd Ste 530, Torrance, CA, 90503.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Lim affiliated with?
Dr. John Lim is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance.

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