Professor Dr Lim Lee Ling

Professor Lim Lee Ling is a leading Consultant Endocrinologist, heading the Diabetes Care Unit at Universiti Malaya Medical Centre and also practising at UM Specialist Centre. She holds an MBBS from the University of Malaya, MRCP (UK), and a PhD in Medical Science from The Chinese University of Hong Kong, bringing together strong local roots and international research excellence. Her clinical and research expertise covers cardiometabolic medicine, precision medicine in diabetes, and intergenerational diabetes — combining real-world patient care with molecular, genetic, and implementation science. She is deeply involved in global initiatives: she is Co-Chair of The Lancet Commission on Global Implementation of Precision Medicine, sits on working groups of the ADA/EASD Precision Medicine in Diabetes Initiative, and contributes to the WHO Global Diabetes Compact. Her scholarly output is impressive (over 120 peer-reviewed publications in top journals like The Lancet, Nature, Diabetes Care) and she has been recognized internationally — among “World’s Top 2% Scientists” by Stanford; recipient of the EFSD Albert Renold Fellowship; Universiti Malaya’s Top Cited Researcher. She also serves on multiple editorial boards and gives peer reviews for top journals. Prof Dr Lim’s combination of strong qualifications, global exposure, cutting-edge research, and clinical leadership make her a go-to specialist for patients seeking advanced, trustworthy care in diabetes and metabolic disorders.