Quality and outcomes
Dr Lim publishes his endoscopy quality measures so you can see the standard of care before you choose.
Endoscopy quality
Figures from the National Endoscopy Database for 2025 and 2026 to date, compared with UK national standards.
These are unadjusted figures, covering every colonoscopy Dr Lim performed, with no procedures excluded.
| Measure | 2025 | 2026 to date | UK standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopies performed | 321 | 448 | At least 100 a year |
| Completion rate (caecal intubation) | 94.7% | 94.8% | 90% minimum, 95% aspirational |
| Polyp detection rate | 51.3% | 45.8% | — |
| Mean withdrawal time | 12.5 min | 13.1 min | 6 min minimum, 10 min aspirational |
Completion rate is how often the whole colon is examined. Polyp detection rate is the share of colonoscopies in which at least one polyp is found and removed or sampled; higher rates are linked to fewer missed cancers. Withdrawal time is the time spent carefully examining the bowel lining.
Independent information
The Private Healthcare Information Network (PHIN) publishes independent information about Dr Lim’s private practice, including his fees and patient feedback.