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Dr. Ivan Lim, MD

Dr. Ivan Lim, MD

Rheumatology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Ivan Lim, MD is a rheumatologist in Gaithersburg, MD and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Santo Tomas in 1981. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

655 Watkins Mill Rd Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Telehealth available
(240) 632-4054

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Lim specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
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Dr. Lim's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lim

3.2
4 ratings, 2 with a written review
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Dr. Lim seemed very knowledgeable about rheumatic diseases and seemed very interested in my well-being. With that said, I was very disappointed that he felt that if you have an autoimmune disease that you ALWAYS have to have a positive ANA, and that it never goes away even with treatment. I read several books on Lupus and it's consistently stated that your ANA can change based on your treatment. I found my labs that have 3 positive ANA's and 2 positive RH factors. Would not trust his judgment
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Jan 11, 2018
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Dr. Lim wanted me in and out of his office as quickly as possible. He ordered a whole slew of tests and then came up with a "diagnosis" that was totally against what my previous rheumatologist and GI dr, as well as my bloodwork, showed or said. I would not refer anyone to see this dr. He doesn't take the time to talk to you or to accept when he is wrong. He also has no knowledge when it comes to autoimmune diseases that cause RA.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Apr 05, 2017
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Health care leader whose mission is to keep you healthy. Under-one-roof convenience, 24-hour advice nurse, and online access to manage your health - anytime.

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Wayne St University Affil Hosps

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • Boston Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988

  • University Santo Tomas

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Locations

Practice

Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of the Mid-Atlantic States Inc655 Watkins Mill Rd Gaithersburg, MD 20879
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Radiology at Kaiser Permanente Capitol Hill Medical Center700 2nd St NE Washington, DC 20002
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Mid Atlantic Pemanente Medical Group2101 E Jefferson St Rockville, MD 20852
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