Dr. Lim Jit Fong

Dr Lim Jit Fong is a colorectal surgeon currently practising at Lim Jit Fong Colorectal Centre in Orchard. With a keen focus on minimally invasive colorectal surgery, he excels in laparoscopic techniques, including single incision colorectal procedures. Additionally, he is accredited for robotic colorectal surgeries. Specialising in the management of colorectal cancer, haemorrhoids, fistula-in-ano, faecal incontinence, and dyssynergic defecation, Dr Lim brings a wealth of expertise to his practice. His advanced specialty training in general surgery was completed in 2003, after which he received a prestigious Singapore General Hospital (SGH) Fellowship. This fellowship allowed him to further specialise in functional defecatory disorders and minimally invasive colorectal surgery at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, Australia. Upon his return to Singapore in 2005, Dr Lim joined SGH as a consultant in the Department of Colorectal Surgery. During his tenure, he served as the director of the Pelvic Floor Disorder Service, Anorectal Physiology and Ultrasound Laboratory, and spearheaded Clinical Research in the department. He also played a pivotal role in coordinating medical education within the department. In 2011, Dr Lim transitioned to private practice, continuing his commitment to high-quality patient care. Currently, he serves as a visiting consultant at the Department of General Surgery at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital. Beyond his clinical practice, Dr Lim contributes significantly to t