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Grace Lim, BVM&S, MS, DACVAA

Board-certified Specialist in Veterinary Anesthesia & Analgesia

Grace Lim, BVM&S, MS, Diplomate, ACVAA, is a Board-certified Specialist in Veterinary Anesthesia & Analgesia at MedVet Vancouver.

Dr. Lim earned her Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery degree from the University of Edinburgh Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies in Edinburgh, Scotland. She later earned a Master of Science degree in veterinary & biomedical sciences with a concentration in veterinary medical research from Mississippi State University in Mississippi State, MS. Following veterinary school, Dr. Lim completed a small animal rotating internship at Ironhorse Vet Care and OakVet Animal Specialty Hospital in Dublin, CA, before completing her residency in veterinary anesthesia and pain management at Mississippi State University.

Dr. Lim enjoys all aspects of Anesthesia & Pain Management, with particular interests in geriatric anesthesia and local-regional anesthetic techniques. She is passionate about ensuring each patient remains stable, comfortable, and supported throughout their procedure and recovery through gentle handling, attentive monitoring, and proactive pain management. Dr. Lim has also co-authored a publication in the American Journal of Veterinary Research examining the effects of alfaxalone on the ultrasonographic appearance of the feline spleen.

When not caring for patients, Dr. Grace Lim enjoys needlepoint and skiing.

Education & Training

Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery: University of Edinburgh Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, Edinburgh, Scotland

Master of Science: Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, MS

Internship (Small Animal Rotating): Ironhorse Vet Care and OakVet Animal Specialty Hospital, Dublin, CA

Residency (Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia): Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, MS

Specializations

Board Certification: Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia

Associations

American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)