Aaron Lim
Dr Aaron Lim
About
A holistic, bespoke weight loss and general surgery practice in Brisbane, Redland & Moreton Bay, offering bariatric surgery, gastric balloons, and general surgery. The clinic is recognised as an Allurion Centre of Excellence and best-in-class in Australia and New Zealand.
Procedures Offered
Also offered
Hospital Affiliations
Redland Hospital
QLD
About the Surgeon
Dr Aaron Lim
Dr Aaron Lim is a general surgeon with subspecialty interests in reflux, bariatric (weight loss) surgery and lifestyle medicine. He grew up and trained in Queensland, first completing a Bachelor of Pharmacy in 2008 before graduating from medicine in 2013 with honours both at the University of Queensland. Having had a passion for general surgery since medical school, Dr Lim completed his training in General Surgery in 2020 having spent 4 years in various hospitals across Queensland....
“He is dedicated to his craft and believes that the key to being a good surgeon involves not only the ability to be technical but requires collaboration, teamwork, communication with an emphasis on patient centred care.”
Training
Bachelor of Pharmacy (2008) and MBBS with Honours (2013) both at the University of Queensland. Completed General Surgery training in 2020 across various hospitals in Queensland. Completed further sub-specialist training in esophagogastric and bariatric surgery at the Gold Coast University and Pindara Private Hospitals in 2021. FRACS qualified.
Achievements & Roles
Procedure Information
Sleeve Gastrectomy▼
One of the weight loss surgeries offered as part of the bariatric surgery program, with a dedicated support team including bariatric nurses, dietitians, psychologists and exercise physiologists.
Mini-Bypass▼
One of the weight loss surgeries offered as part of the bariatric surgery program, with a dedicated support team including bariatric nurses, dietitians, psychologists and exercise physiologists.
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass▼
One of the weight loss surgeries offered as part of the bariatric surgery program, with a dedicated support team including bariatric nurses, dietitians, psychologists and exercise physiologists.
Allurion Gastric Balloon10-15% of total body weight▼
The world's first swallowable weight loss balloon. You simply swallow a capsule during a 20-minute clinic visit. No surgery, no anesthesia, no removal required. The balloon stays for approximately 16 weeks and then passes naturally. Includes a 6-month or 12-month program with digital tracking and expert dietitian and nurse support.
Orbera Gastric Balloon (BIB/Orbera)3x more weight than diet and exercise alone▼
The most studied and trusted non-surgical weight loss device available. Inserted via a quick, 20-minute endoscopic procedure under light sedation, it helps you feel full sooner and stay full longer. 6-month program designed to help you lose 3x more weight than diet and exercise alone. Over 20 years of clinical success and safety data.
Spatz3 Adjustable Gastric Balloonaverage 25%▼
The world's first 12-month, adjustable balloon system. The only balloon that can be adjusted—meaning the volume can be increased if weight loss stalls, or decreased to improve comfort. Double the time of traditional balloons for deeper habit change. Includes a full year of clinical support with Dr Lim, dietitian and nurse support.
Results
Most patients achieve a 10-15% reduction in total body weight with gastric balloon; Spatz3 average 25% weight loss
Gastric balloon may help you lose 10-25% and regain control of your health
Orbera helps lose 3x more weight than diet and exercise alone
Spatz3 clinical studies show higher weight loss percentages compared to non-adjustable balloons
Over 300,000 people globally have used Orbera
Support Team
Dietitian
Psychologist
Exercise Physiologist
Nurse Specialist
Opening Hours
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
Wednesday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
Thursday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
Friday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
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