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Mr Jeffrey Lim

MBBS, Bsc, PGDip, FHEA, FRCS

General Surgeon

20 years of experience

Swindon, SN4 9DD

(+1 more)

21 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Ramkishan Balakumar, Dr Badrinathan Chandrasekaran and 6 other professionals

4.97

/5

(159 reviews)

20 years of experience

Swindon, SN4 9DD

(+1 more)

21 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Ramkishan Balakumar, Dr Badrinathan Chandrasekaran and 6 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Hernia
50
Colonoscopy
39
Haemorrhoids
21
1

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About Mr Jeffrey Lim

Mr. Lim is a Consultant Surgeon experienced in laparoscopic and open surgery for both benign and malignant conditions. He sees private patients at the Great Western Hospital and BMI The Ridgeway Hospital.

Mr. Lim earned his primary medical qualification in 2005, from St. George's Hospital Medical School, after which he completed his basic surgical training within the Oxford Deanery. He then undertook his higher surgical training within the Severn Deanery, after which he was awarded a fellowship in Pelvic Oncology at the Swansea Bay University Health Board.

Mr. Lim has been working as a consultant surgeon since 2017 and his operations include colorectal resection, hernia repair (i.e. groin and incisional), cholecystectomy (i.e. gallbaldder), skin tumour resection (i.e. lipoma and cysts) and coloproctology treatments (i.e. haemorrhoids and fistulae).


Doctify awards

  • Outstanding Patient Experience 2025

Specialties

  • Abdominoperineal Resection
  • Abscess Incision and Drainage
  • Appendicectomy
  • Appendicitis
  • Banding of Haemorrhoids
  • Bowel Diversion Surgery
  • Bowel Resection
  • Bowel Surgery (Colectomy)
  • Colonoscopy
  • Coloproctology
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Colostomy Surgery
  • Diagnostic Laparoscopy
  • Endoscopy (OGD)
  • Excision of Benign Lesions
  • Excision of Lymph Nodes
  • Excision of Sebaceous Cysts
  • Fistulectomy and Seton Insertion
  • Gallstone Surgery
  • Gastroscopy
  • General Surgery
  • Haemorrhoidal Artery Ligation Operation (HALO)
  • Haemorrhoidectomy
  • Haemorrhoids
  • Hemorrhoidectomy
  • Hernia
  • Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
  • Ileostomy Surgery
  • Incisional Hernia Repair
  • Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
  • Laparoscopy
  • Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy
  • Lipoma Removal
  • Lumps and Bumps Removal
  • No Mesh Hernia Repair
  • Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
  • Open Hernia Repair
  • Pilonidal Sinus Disorders
  • Pilonidal Sinus Excision
  • Rectal Biopsy
  • Removal of Rectum and Colon (Proctocolectomy)
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Skin Lesion Removal (Warts, Moles and Skin Tags)
  • Skin Lesion Treatments
  • Spigelian Hernia
  • Stoma Reversal
  • Stoma Surgery
  • Umbilical Hernia Repair
  • Video Consultation

Subspecialties

  • Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
  • Colorectal Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(173)
Skill Endorsements
(12)

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Hernia
50
Colonoscopy
39
Haemorrhoids
21
1
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
8
Gastroscopy
7
Anal Fissure
7
Colorectal Surgery
5
1
Video Consultation
2
3
Endoscopy (OGD)
4
Open Hernia Repair
4
Inguinal Hernia
4
Gallstone Surgery
4
Skin Lesion Treatments
3
Rectal Biopsy
3
Appendicitis
2
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
2
Coloproctology
1
1
General Surgery
1
1
Altered Bowel Habits
2
Colon Cancer
1
Blood in Stool
1
CT Scan (Computerised Tomography Scan)
1
Laparoscopy
1
Bowel Surgery (Colectomy)
1
Non-Cancerous Conditions
1
Pilonidal Sinus Disorders
1
Nerve Pain
1
Anal Fistula
1
Anal Cancer Screening
1
Ano-Rectal Anomalies
1
Rectal Bleeding
1
Gastroenterology
1
Inguinal Hernia Repair
1
Umbilical Hernia Repair
1
Perianal Abscess
1
Soft Tissue Lumps Ultrasound
1
Spigelian Hernia
Skin Lesion Removal (Warts, Moles and Skin Tags)
Excision of Lymph Nodes
Sigmoidoscopy
Diagnostic Laparoscopy
Bowel Resection
Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy
Banding of Haemorrhoids
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
Abscess Incision and Drainage
Hemorrhoidectomy
Excision of Sebaceous Cysts
Haemorrhoidectomy
Excision of Benign Lesions
Haemorrhoidal Artery Ligation Operation (HALO)
Colostomy Surgery
Fistulectomy and Seton Insertion
Lumps and Bumps Removal
Ileostomy Surgery
Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Stoma Reversal
Stoma Surgery
Pilonidal Sinus Excision
Abdominoperineal Resection
Bowel Diversion Surgery
Removal of Rectum and Colon (Proctocolectomy)
Appendicectomy
Perianal Disease
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Lipoma Removal
Umbilical (Belly-Button) Hernia
Skin Tags
Faecal Occult Blood (FOB) Test
Femoral Hernia
Colon Cancer Screening
Anorectal Sepsis
Lipoma
No Mesh Hernia Repair
Anorectal Conditions

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6122847

Royal College of Surgeons

No. 1025091

Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland (ACPGBI)

No. ACP01490


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 2005


Qualifications

  • Memberships

Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain & Ireland

Higher Education Academy

British Medical Association

Medical Defence Union


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Mandarin

Insurers

  • Cigna
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • AXA Health
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • WPA
  • Bupa
  • Healix Health Services

Fees

  • New appointment

    £200
  • Follow-up appointment

    £150
*May vary on location

Locations

The Ridgeway Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

Moormead Road, Wroughton, Swindon, United Kingdom, SN4 9DD

4.90(523 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
09:00 - 13:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
09:00 - 13:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Great Western Hospitals Private Healthcare

Marlborough Road, Swindon, United Kingdom, SN3 6BB

4.62(388 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
06:00 - 08:00
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Hernia
50
Colonoscopy
39
Haemorrhoids
21
1

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Jeffrey Lim has a friendly and professional approach with patients. He gives clear, informative explanations for procedures such as hernia operations and laparoscopic cholecystectomies. Mr Lim makes patients feel comfortable and confident, takes time to listen to concerns, and explains care pathways in detail. Many patients consult him for hernia and colonoscopy issues.

5
verified patient
18 Jun 2026

Finally a Doctor that takes things seriously and doesnt just go here take this see ya later. He made it clear , thoroughly went through what his POA is. He took charge and made a difference and after years of back and fourth around the country/world. This is the place where I feel they make a difference. Healthy mind Healthy lives. Everyone at the hospital cares , I saw the difference when I walked in.

5
verified patient
15 May 2026

Mr Lim was absolutely brilliant. He was kind and patient and took the time to go through everything with me. I felt reassured and supported. Thank you.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
04 Apr 2026

Mr Lim explained clearly what my options were . He was also able to put my mind at rest about my condition.

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5
verified patient
02 Apr 2026

Please could you pass on my sincere thanks to Mr. Jeffrey Lim. He was incredibly kind, supportive, and attentive throughout, and I truly appreciate the care and thoughtful advice he provided. He is exceptionally thorough in his assessments and demonstrates a high level of professionalism at all times. His ability to listen carefully, explain things clearly, and offer reassurance made a significant difference to my experience. I was particularly impressed by his patience and genuine dedication to ensuring I felt comfortable and well-informed. His compassionate approach, combined with his expertise, reflects great credit on both himself and your organisation.

5
verified patient
12 Mar 2026

Excellent service

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
19 Feb 2026

Mr Lim is very approachable and reassuring giving a clear and informative description of the treatment required and the purpose of the treatment.

5
verified patient
24 Jan 2026

Very informative and friendly consultation, Mr Lim explained all possible reactions to the Hernia Operation.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
22 Jan 2026

Very kind courteous and explained my forthcoming procedure well. Extremely professional

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
02 Jan 2026

Mr lim is a thorough professional. Whenever I meet with him he is already well prepared for our session: has already updated himself on the current situation, is fully informed on any relevant history - I find this a refreshing change as my experience over the last year with some severe health issues has given me several experiences of poorly prepared and poorly performing GPs who offered bad advice and incorrect diagnoses, even making matters worse. I have complete confidence in Mr Lim.

5
verified patient
18 Dec 2025

My experience at my appointment with Mr Lim today was very informative and reassuring. He explained the CT scans that I’d had in detail and the procedure that I would be having. There was also some humour thrown in to lighten the mood!

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Skill Endorsements

I am very pleased to endorse Mr Lim, an excellent colorectal surgeon who provides expert, thoughtful and patient-centred care. I would be very happy to recommend them to patients seeking specialist colorectal surgical assessment and treatment.

12 Jun 2026
Endorsed for
Colorectal Surgery
Coloproctology

Mr Ramkishan Balakumar

Mr Ramkishan Balakumar

ENT Surgeon
Is a colleague

Friendly and approachable. Always helpful

10 Apr 2026
Endorsed for
Colorectal Surgery
Video Consultation

Dr Badrinathan Chandrasekaran

Dr Badrinathan Chandrasekaran

Cardiologist
Is a colleague

Professional and Highly Skilled

08 Apr 2026
Endorsed for
Rectal Biopsy
Skin Lesion Treatments

Mr Joseph Sinnott

Mr Joseph Sinnott

ENT Surgeon
Is a colleague

Mr Lim is very personable, caring and always does his best for patients. He also has excellent communication skills.

02 Mar 2026
Endorsed for
Colorectal Surgery
Video Consultation

Dr Ajeya Shetty

Dr Ajeya Shetty

Gastroenterologist
Is a colleague
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FAQ

What are Mr Jeffrey Lim's reviews like?

Mr Jeffrey Lim's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 159 reviews.

What languages does Mr Jeffrey Lim speak?

Mr Jeffrey Lim speaks English and Mandarin

Where is Mr Jeffrey Lim located?

Mr Jeffrey Lim primarily practices at The Ridgeway Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at Moormead Road, Wroughton, Swindon, United Kingdom, SN4 9DD
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What are Mr Jeffrey Lim working hours?

Mr Jeffrey Lim is working Wednesday (06:00 - 08:00), Thursday (09:00 - 13:00)

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