Dr. Nathaniel Lim Yu Chua, MD

Dr. Nathaniel Chua is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing over two decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, establishing a strong foundation for his comprehensive approach to adult healthcare. With 21 years of experience treating patients in hospital settings, Dr. Chua has developed particular expertise in managing complex medical conditions that require inpatient care. He provides care in English to ensure clear communication with his patients.

Dr. Chua practices at Saint Joseph Medical Center and Saint Clare Hospital in Lakewood, Washington. His clinical focus includes treating patients with Type 2 diabetes and managing hyperglycemic emergencies when blood sugar levels become dangerously high. He also has experience caring for children and teens who develop Type 2 diabetes, addressing this growing health concern with specialized attention. …Additionally, Dr. Chua performs therapeutic hypothermia procedures, a specialized treatment used to protect patients after certain medical emergencies by carefully controlling body temperature.