Dr. Michael G. Lim M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2402 W Pierce St Suite 1b Carlsbad NM, 88220About
Dr. Michael Lim is an ophthalmologist practicing in Carlsbad, NM. Dr. Lim specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Lim can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Lim can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
Morehouse Sch of Med, Atlanta Ga 1994
Baylor College of Medicine 1993
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Glaucoma
- Type 2 Diabetes
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