Kenneth I Lim

MD, FRCPS

Investigator, BC Children's Hospital
Head, Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine, BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre and Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, University of British Columbia

The early treatment of fetal diseases in-utero may lead to improved outcomes for these babies. Integral to any early treatment program is the ability to evaluate the structure and physiology of the fetus in utero, both in normal and abnormal situations, as well as the animal models where therapies/theories can be tested prior to application in humans. My research interest attempts to meld all three areas towards the common goal of improved fetal therapy. Therefore, my research involves two main areas: prenatal ultrasound/imaging with regards to fetal diagnosis, disease and normal physiology; and the use of the fetal sheep model to investigate novel therapeutic approaches.