I went to Dr. Lim because other doctors were not listening. Dr. Lim and staff are amazing! So thorough and compassionate. Dr. Lim cares and I highly recommend him to everyone. The waiting room is very peaceful as well. read more

I found Dr. Lim on Yelp when looking for an ob and was happy I did. First, let me say I'm picky and I'm probably the most neurotic patient doctors have had the pleasure of meeting. I delivered my first baby, healthy and happy, thanks to Dr. Lim. Dr. Lim is very easy-going, which was a refreshing contrast to my neuroticism. He assured me throughout the 9 months of pregnancy that we would deliver a healthy baby and he delivered! He is extremely professional, patient, and kind. His staff is the same. Scheduling is relatively easy. Near the end of pregnancy, I started going back and forth on c-section vs natural delivery and was glad Dr. Lim felt confident with the delivery no matter what I chose. He remained neutral and gave me the pros and cons of both methods but left that big decision up to me. (In fact, It was to a point where I wished he would just decide for me!) I finally decided c-section a little over a week before my due date after planning for a natural birth for 37 weeks lol but luckily patient Dr. Lim didn't flinch at my sudden change of plans. After that, the whole process was smooth-from scheduling to recovery. After the delivery, my husband remarked that Dr. Lim is very experienced and definitely knew what he was doing in the delivery room. That's pretty much what matters most. Thank you Dr. Lim for bringing my baby girl into this world healthy and easily. read more

Visits for my prenatal care was pretty chill, not overbearing. Dr. Lim isn't one to over-talk, which I was perfectly OK with. He says what he needs to say and so visits are usually quick and a breeze. Some people might consider that unsympathetic or lacking in bedside manners. I consider chit chat and endless talking pointless. In regards to delivery in 2020, things went pretty smoothly. I was happy to go back to him for my Dec 2022 baby, but my insurance recently changed and I'm currently on the search for a new Dr. Argh! read more

Prior to visiting this doctor for the first time on Feb. 11, 2019 for a routine well-woman exam, I verified how to make sure that all costs for preventive tests would be covered with my insurance company. When I met with John Lim, I requested that they use a lab specified by my insurance company. They did. Unfortunately, an incorrect billing code was used for a routine, preventive lab test, which resulted in me owing money to the lab. I called the lab, the doctor's office and my insurance company. Nothing could be done without the doctor's office submitting a new bill with the correct billing. This took MONTHS. The follow-up between the doctor's office, the lab, and the insurance company to ensure that my debt wouldn't be sent to collections cost me a great deal of time and effort. As of today - 6.5 months later, my debt to the lab is FINALLY cleared - paid by the insurance company. All of this headache because of the doctor's/office incompetence. The response I received from, not only this medical office, but the doctor, himself, was less than professional. There is no accountability. I have the emails. Needless to say, I will find a different physician. And one more thing ... he sent my test results to me via unsecured email. read more

Here we are 8 years later... I just came back from Cedar Sinai Medical Center and got an anorectal manometry. The fecal incontinence got worth over time. I underwent a colposcopy first and everything was OK. The anorectal manometry results are in: I lost 30% of my anal sphincter after dr. John Lim poorly performed an unnecessary episiotomy. The area of the anus right under the vagina is dead (big scare). He never acknowledge anything or even discussed it. When I told him I was in pain, he said it would go away with time and prescribed Lidocaine cream for my pelvic floor. Was it a way to avoid being sued? Because now it's too late. Women out there, we only have 2 years after the incident to take action!! There is pretty much nothing to do now, other than exercising the muscle to get stronger and prevent the leakage. I am SO SO mad. BEWARE!! read more

Doctor Lim is kind, professional and he really cares about his patients! I had my first baby naturally with him 2 years ago. It was the smoothest deliver! He even went out of his way to check me in early at the hospital when the labor and delivery was having me to go home again when i started my contraction. Now we are back to him for our second baby! The ladies in the office are super friendly and sweet as well. It is so important to pick a doctor and office that you enjoy to visit! read more

5 Stars...just doesn't quite do it!! I can't say enough admirative words to truly convey my deep appreciation for Dr. Lim and his FABULOUS staff (Dana I'm talking to you!!) I first came to see Dr. Lim as a recommendation from a friend when I had such horrible abdominal pain I could barely stand. I called the office and he actually saw me a few short hours later...unheard of in the South Bay. He diagnosed a small cyst on one of my ovaries, however, after running tests and monitoring its size closely, it turned out to be nothing of concern. Shortly there after I found out I was pregnant and NO ONE was more excited for us then Dr. Lim!! Part of that FAMOUS bedside manner that everyone is raving about, is his genuine care for his patients and excitement for your joy!! He listens to you, allows you all the questions you need, calls PERSONALLY, provides TOP NOTCH care and guidance and allows you to make your OWN decisions when neither you or your baby are at risk...exactly how it should be!! He delivered our beautiful baby girl naturally even when I had developed preeclampsia, he gave me the option of waiting a few days to let the labor progress naturally...not truly understanding my situation I asked what he would do if this was his daughter and he said that he would recommend inducing...again...I asked him-he gave me options, but he's the expert so I induced that day and boy was he right!! It turns out I did have preeclampsia and my placenta was 30% abrupted, which could have been a whole lot worse 2 days later! I did bleed a lot and was incredibly scared...but he was in total control of the hospital staff and assured me that everything was fine and it was!! I have the most gorgeous healthy baby girl and it's all due to Dr Lim!! Throughout the pregnancy, each visit, each procedure, each test...he always has a smile on his face and concern in his voice. He is both professional and genuine and there's no way I would ever see anyone else! I once expressed to him how AMAZING I thought he was, I'm pretty sure all the man does is work- Prenatal care, calling patients with results/concern, visiting patients in the hospital, surgeries, delivering babies...ect ect!! What he said to me, I'll never forget...he does it all to see the first look a mother gives her new child, that's how INCREDIBLE he is ladies...he does it ALL purely for the LOVE of FAMILY! read more

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Dr Lim saved my life! I was in the emergency room and in so much pain and no one could figure it out. Dr Lim walked in had the nurses give me pain meds and he went with a hunch that I had an ectopic pregnancy and he was correct! I was rushed into the ER and he took the best care of me! I love Dr. Lim!! He is one of those Doctors that takes time to go over everything with you. I love how he does his exams. He examines you then has you get dressed to meet him in his office so it's not awkward. I've been with him for at least 15 years. I tried at one point to go to a place closer to my house but went back to Dr Lim for a second opinion and have not left him since. To me the mere fact that he caught my ectopic pregnancy was enough for me to be hooked! read more

Dr Lim is amazing!!! Welcomed my son to the world with a natural, easy delivery! He is very kind and patient. The office ladies are also AMAZING. Every visit was met with enthusiasm and care. My husband and I will be returning when/if our family expands in the future! Thanks Doctor Lim read more

Dr. Lim apparently forgot about or didn't take his hippocratic oath. He has terrible bedside manner and he does not listen to his patients. I was a patient of his at WellMed in Schertz, Texas, but I fired him because he refused to refill a medication for me that I received at the local Military Hospital. He said I would have to go to my Urologist to get a refill. Well Dr. Lim, I don't have a urologist and my PCM filled this prescription initially, so if she filled it for me, then he can refill it. He is a very difficult person to reason with. This was not the first time I had a problem with Dr. Lim, but it is definitely the last. I would not recommend going to WellMed for medical treatment, there are so many other good doctors in the area that will treat you like your human. read more

I had a pretty bad experience with Dr Lim. I would not recommend him if you are looking for a supportive Dr and a holistic or natural birth. He pushed me into a c-section for his convenience rather than for the baby and mother's well-being. I was very healthy throughout my pregnancy and the baby was doing fine during labor. We just needed more time to be in labor. I felt very disempowered by his impatience and fear mongering tactics. Also, I did not feel this Dr was caring or sympathetic. After pressuring me into an unnecessary c-section, he made a joke to a colleague that I wanted a natural birth but ended up with all these interventions. He said this while I was on the operating table. I felt vulnerable and scared to speak up for myself because this Dr was literally cutting me open, but his comments were unprofessional and in bad taste. Giving birth is such an important and special event. Please find someone who will support you through it. Unfortunately, this Dr added additional stress when I was most vulnerable. He intimidated me into interventions which were not in my best interest but for his convenience and possibly for a profit motive (you can charge the insurance company more for a csection. I noticed in the other reviews, he is quick to push surgery on his patients). In the end, the csection was unnecessary and prolonged my recovery process. read more

Dr Lim was my OBGYN for my first pregnancy this past year, baby was born November 2015. He has good bedside manner and was always helpful in answering any questions throughout my pregnancy. He forewarned me that most mixed babies have c-sections and to think about it, but allowed me to try to deliver naturally for almost 2 hours. During labor, he was constantly checking up on me, even in the middle of the night, he would call the nurse to see how I was doing. He came when it was time to push, but eventually I had to have a c section and that was done very quick. He followed up with me the next day to make sure everything was healing properly. I delivered a healthy baby girl 7.9 lbs all thanks to him. read more

He told me I had a cyst on my right ovary and had me see him every 3 months for a vaginal ultrasound . I had blue cross insurance PPO . This went on for years. Finally got a second opinion and had 2 ultrasounds done by another MD and little company of Mary hospital . There was no right ovary cyst . I believe he was lying to me to make money from me and my insurance company . Watch out for him. I reported it already to my insurance and the medical board . read more

Read the reviews and make an informed decision. The positive reviews say even more than the negative. "The doctor 'let me try' for a vbac" he "helped me deliver naturally with and episiotomy"!! This man should never be able to touch women let alone practice medicine. His bedside manners in the operating room (where you will end up if you choose him as an OB as he as a 65% c-section rate per the Amino website) are disgusting. If you're looking to be bullied into a c-section this is your guy. read more

Dr. Lim is a wonderful and thorough OBGYN practitioner. All the women in my family have gone to him and he even was my mom's doctor when she was pregnant with me, 26 years ago. I had really bad abdominal pain that happened unexpectedly last Sunday. Went to the ER thinking it was appendicitis. After being diagnosed with having an ovarian cyst, I went to Dr. Lim the next Monday without an appointment. I was in so much pain, and he was concerned that if I waited too long, there could be possible fertility complications in the future. So he was able to move his schedule around and figure out where would be the best place for me to have surgery based on my insurance and the other surgeons available to assist. In no time at all, he scheduled me for a surgery that afternoon at Little Company of Mary- the SAME day! Almost unheard of! It was amazing how Dr. Lim went above and beyond. Side note: I had been going to a different OBGYN in Los Alamitos for 1 year and had my annual check up in February. This Los Alamitos doctor did not even mention, let alone notice that I had an 11 cm cyst- and it's the kind of cyst (dermoid) that has been growing in me since I was little. And only 1.5 months later since that check up, did the pain start. Needless to say, I will only be going to Dr. Lim for all my OBGYN needs! read more

I was pleased to see Dr. Lim. My friend recommended me to see Dr. Lim when I was looking for a new OBGYN doctor. Dr. Lim is quiet and not pushy at all. He really pays attentions to his patients. He recognizes the cultures and customs other than his own. I really like how considerate he is! read more

I've had several OBGYN doctors and because of insurance changes I had been looking for a new doctor. Dr. Lim was recommended by a co worker and I have to say I am extremely happy with him! His staff is very warm and welcoming and even though my appointment check ups were in the future they always reminded me when it was that time again. How great is it for a doctor to welcome you in his office to ask how you are doing and inquire about your well being and your interest? I feel right at home. Won't be changing him as long as I can help it! Dealing with such an intimate examination each year, the less stress the better. You are number 1 Dr. Lim and staff!!!!!! read more

I have been a patient of Dr Lims for two pregnancies. One which ended in miscarriage, and my current pregnancy. Dr Lim is sincere, kind, accomodating, and professional. He is calm and explains everything. I trust his abilities. He includes you in everything and makes his patients feel very comfortable. If I could give 10 stars, I would. read more

Dr. Lim has taken great care of me. He was recommended as a great surgeon when I needed a 2nd opinion on a gynecological issue during my pre-marital check up. He helped me & my boyfriend (husband now) thru that tough time, preventing possible infertility. He delivered our 2 kids later, 4 yrs apart, both natural birth with episiotomy @ Little Co of Mary. I appreciate that he doesn't just tell me about my health but he discusses it with me. I feel respected cause he never uses words too big (or long), yet he knows I don't need overly-simplified version. I'll recommend him to anyone who needs a skilled & experienced surgeon; or simply need a doctor who remembers his patients & will spend time discussing your healthcare with you. read more

I have a new outlook on retirement because of Dr. Lim. He is a compassionate and professional OBGYN. He speaks with you and not at you. He listens to your concerns. He offers his advice and answers or explains any questions. In the hospital, he had good bedside manners and expressed sincere concern about how I felt - not just routine questions. His follow up is diligent...he himself returns phone calls. His recommendations prove that he is knowledgeable. Post hysterectomy, I have a new life: more energy, better balance, no foggy feelings, no urinary leaks and no need for neurological evaluation. My previous doctor told me I needed to accept my aging but NOT Dr. Lim, he did not write me off, he cured my problems! read more

Dr. Lim is so talented and such a blessing. He provided care for all 4 of my pregnancies and ended up delivering 3 of the 4 boys. He is so personal and attentive. And he follows through with his plan of care; always called with any test results; always returned phone calls; never had to wait to hear back from him. We appreciated his care and attention, as he often called to check in on me. His staff is exceptional as well: friendly, competent, caring, funny, and courteous. We moved out of state and have not had another doctor that compares. read more