Dr Darryl Lim is a Senior Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon practising at the Novena Vascular and Varicose Vein Centre at Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, Singapore. He trained in medicine at the National University of Singapore and completed his general surgery training with SingHealth.
He previously served as Director of the Vascular Unit at Changi General Hospital and as a Service Chief at the SingHealth-Duke NUS Vascular Centre. His practice focuses on minimally invasive endovascular procedures, including treatment of peripheral arterial disease and limb salvage in patients with diabetes and renal disease.
Clinical focus
Peripheral arterial disease & limb salvage.
Qualifications (as publicly listed)
MBBS, MMed (Surgery), FRCS (Edin), FAMS.
Where they practise
- Clinic / practice: Novena Vascular and Varicose Vein Centre (see our clinic listing) — Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, Irrawaddy Road
- Hospital / training affiliation(s): Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital
Getting to the clinic
Dr Darryl Lim practises at the Novena Vascular and Varicose Vein Centre within Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital on Irrawaddy Road. The hospital sits in the Novena medical district and is served by Novena MRT (NS20) on the North-South Line. From the station the walk takes you through the Novena cluster towards Irrawaddy Road; lifts and covered links help on the way.
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- By MRT: alight at Novena (NS20) and follow signs towards Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital on Irrawaddy Road.
- By bus: services run along Thomson Road and Irrawaddy Road near the hospital.
- By car or taxi: there is a sheltered drop-off at the hospital entrance, with paid visitor parking on site.
Patients with leg ulcers, swelling or painful circulation may prefer a taxi or ride-hailing drop-off at the door, then take the lift to the specialist floor.
What peripheral arterial disease and limb salvage covers
Dr Lim’s stated focus is peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and limb salvage. PAD occurs when arteries supplying the legs narrow or block, usually from atherosclerosis. Early signs include cramping calf or thigh pain on walking that eases with rest (claudication); more advanced disease causes pain at rest, cold or discoloured feet, and wounds that will not heal. In people with diabetes and kidney disease, PAD is often more severe and combines with nerve damage and infection to threaten the foot.
Limb salvage is the coordinated effort to avoid amputation by restoring blood flow and healing wounds. Minimally invasive endovascular procedures, such as balloon angioplasty and stenting through a small puncture, can reopen narrowed arteries, while bypass surgery may be needed for longer blockages. Care extends to wound management, treating infection, footwear and offloading pressure, and tight control of diabetes and other risk factors. The aim is to keep people mobile and independent.
What to expect at a consultation
A first visit starts with a careful history of your symptoms, walking distance, foot wounds, diabetes, kidney status, smoking and cardiovascular history. The surgeon examines the pulses in your legs and feet, looks at the skin and any ulcers, and may check the ankle-brachial pressure index, a simple blood-pressure comparison between arm and ankle. Ultrasound is often used to assess blood flow, and a CT or other angiogram may be arranged to map the arteries before treatment.
The surgeon then discusses whether your condition can be managed with medication, supervised walking and risk-factor control, or whether an endovascular or surgical procedure is advised. For diabetic foot problems, care is frequently shared with other specialists, and the urgency depends on how the foot looks.
Preparing for your appointment
- Photo identification and any GP or polyclinic referral letter.
- Previous records, discharge summaries and any prior leg scans or angiograms.
- A full list of medications and supplements, including blood thinners and diabetes medication.
- Recent blood results if available, especially kidney function and HbA1c.
- Comfortable footwear that is easy to remove, so your feet can be examined fully.
- A written note of symptoms, how far you can walk before pain, and your questions.
If you have a foot wound, keep any dressing clean and let the clinic know in advance so the visit can be planned.
After your consultation and follow-up
You will usually leave with a plan that may include medication, lifestyle changes and, where needed, a date for an endovascular procedure or surgery at the hospital. After a procedure to reopen arteries, follow-up checks and scans confirm that blood flow is maintained, and wound care continues until healing. Diabetic foot care in particular relies on close, ongoing review.
Continuity matters: controlling blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol and stopping smoking all reduce the risk of further blockages and protect the other leg. You may seek a second opinion before major surgery or amputation decisions. Seek urgent help for sudden severe leg pain with a cold, pale foot, spreading redness, fever, or a rapidly worsening foot wound, as these can be limb-threatening emergencies.
Booking, referrals and fees
As a private specialist, Dr Lim can usually be consulted without a referral, although a GP or polyclinic letter is useful and may help with subsidies if you are referred onward to a public service. Consultations and scans are generally out of pocket. For eligible procedures, MediSave, MediShield Life and Integrated Shield Plans may contribute within set limits, depending on your plan and the procedure. Confirm fees and insurance coverage directly with the clinic before proceeding.
Common questions
What causes peripheral arterial disease?
It is usually caused by atherosclerosis, the build-up of fatty deposits narrowing the arteries. Smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol all raise the risk.
Can my leg be saved if I have a diabetic foot wound?
Many limbs can be saved when blood flow is restored early and wounds are managed promptly. Prompt assessment improves the chance of avoiding amputation.
Is angioplasty painful?
Endovascular procedures are usually done through a small puncture with local anaesthetic and sedation. Most people feel pressure rather than sharp pain, and recovery is generally quicker than open surgery.
How can I protect my legs after treatment?
Stop smoking, keep diabetes and blood pressure controlled, stay active as advised, wear suitable footwear and check your feet daily for any wounds or colour changes.
Related guides
See also: our editorial directory of vascular surgeons in Singapore and our shortlist of vascular clinics.
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