Dr. Renelle Lim

OphthalmologyOculofacial Surgeon
Sarasota, FL
(941) 559-7999
Accepts Medicare

Location

1617 S. Tuttle Ave, 3rd Floor
Sarasota, FL 34239

Areas of Expertise

Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty
Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty
Brow Lift
Ptosis Repair
Eyelid Malposition Repair
Lacrimal Surgery
Post-Mohs Reconstruction
Corneal Neurotization
Eyelid, Conjunctival, And Orbital Tumors
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About Me

Dr. Renelle Lim is a board-certified, double fellowship-trained oculoplastic surgeon who specializes in surgery of the eyelids, orbit, and tear-duct system. She combines meticulous surgical technique with a patient-centered approach focused on safety, function, and natural-looking results.After earning her medical degree at SUNY Downstate, Dr. Lim completed ophthalmology residency training at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and advanced fellowship training at Wills Eye Hospital in both ocular oncology and oculoplastic & orbital surgery. She has held academic leadership roles, including serving as Director of Ocular Oncology at Yale’s Smilow Cancer Center and as an assistant professor at Yale School of Medicine.At the Institute of Dermatology & Oculoplastic Surgery, Dr. Lim offers reconstructive and cosmetic care, including eyelid surgery and post–skin cancer reconstruction. She is active in research and education and strives to help patients feel informed and confident at every step.

Training

  • Wills Eye Hospital

    Oculoplastic & Orbital Surgery

    2017

    Thomas Jefferson University

    Fellowship
  • Wills Eye Hospital

    Ocular Oncology

    2016

    Thomas Jefferson University

    Fellowship
  • State University of New York Downstate Medical Center

    Ophthalmology

    2014

    State University of New York at New Paltz

    Residency
  • Medical Doctor (MD)

    SUNY Downstate

    Medical School
  • City University of New York, Brooklyn College

    BS, Biology

    2006

    CUNY Brooklyn College

    Undergraduate

Awards & Honors

  • American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award

    2021

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

  • International Society of Ocular Oncology – Best Paper

    2019

    International Society of Ocular Oncology

Publications & Press

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
FL
License Numbers
ME153736