Consultant Ophthalmologist & Adult and Paediatric Eye Surgeon
Dr Zena Lim is a USA fellowship-trained Consultant Ophthalmologist with extensive experience caring for both children and adults. She is known for her calm, reassuring approach, particularly with young patients, and for helping families clearly understand their child’s eye condition and treatment options.
With strong expertise across general and paediatric ophthalmology, Dr Zena combines advanced surgical skill with thoughtful, individualised care, ensuring every patient feels supported from consultation through recovery.
Dr Zena manages a wide range of eye conditions, with special focus on paediatric and complex cases, including:
Her fellowship training allows her to manage challenging eye conditions with precision while prioritising safety and long-term outcomes, especially for growing children.
Dr Zena previously served as a Consultant at the Singapore National Eye Centre, caring for both adult and paediatric patients. She also completed her fellowship at The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto. She continues to support children’s eye care as a Visiting Consultant at:
Dr Zena Lim graduated from the National University of Singapore and completed her ophthalmology residency at the Singapore National Eye Centre, where she graduated top of her cohort and received the Gold Medal in Ophthalmology.
Her advanced training includes:
Dr Zena is accredited to perform eye surgery at major hospitals in Singapore, including:
Dr Zena has published widely in peer-reviewed medical journals and is a regular speaker at international and regional conferences. In 2010, she received the “Best of the Anterior Segment Specialty Meetings” award at the American Academy of Ophthalmology for her research in childhood cataract.