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About Dr. Susan Lim

Dr. Susan Lim

Surgeon, Scientist & Playwright

Dr. Susan Lim is a pioneering surgeon, scientist, and creative visionary with a multifaceted career that spans medical breakthroughs and the arts. Notably, she performed Singapore’s first successful cadaveric liver transplant, marking a milestone in the country’s medical history. Her expertise in robotic surgery and transplantation, honed through studies under world-renowned surgeons like Sir Roy Calne and Professor Thomas Starzl, has earned her international recognition in the medical field. She has also delivered impactful talks on organ replacement, including a TED Talk exploring the future of cell transplantation.

Beyond her medical achievements, Dr. Lim has expanded into the arts, co-creating and writing the musical *ALAN* and two orchestral pieces: *Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra* and *Lim Cosmic Rhapsody*, both recorded with the prestigious London Symphony Orchestra. These works explore the intersections of artificial intelligence, robotics, and human emotion, reflecting her forward-thinking approach to science and art. Dr. Lim continues to push boundaries in both fields, earning recognition at global forums like the World Economic Forum and various international film and music festivals.

Her work epitomizes a unique blend of scientific rigor and artistic creativity, reflecting her commitment to innovation and the pursuit of knowledge across multiple disciplines.

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