LENOIR MOURNS THE LOSS OF DR. ROGER LIM, MD – Beloved Emergency Medicine Physician Tragically Killed in Car Accident Caused by Drunk Driver; Community Remembers His Exceptional Care and Compassion
The medical community and residents of Lenoir are reeling in shock and grief as news spreads of the tragic death of Dr. Roger Lim, MD, a renowned emergency medicine physician who was killed in a car accident caused by a drunk driver on the evening of November 16, 2024.
Dr. Lim, a resident of Lenoir, was a highly respected and skilled practitioner with over 23 years of experience in the field of medicine. His absence will be deeply felt by his patients, colleagues, and the community he served with dedication and compassion.
According to eyewitnesses, the accident occurred near the intersection of Norwood and Hibriten in Lenoir, where Dr. Lim’s vehicle was struck and rolled multiple times, resulting in severe damage. Despite the severity of the crash, the drunk driver walked away with minor injuries, while Dr. Lim tragically did not survive.
Dr. Lim’s colleagues and patients remember him as an exceptional physician who always treated others with care, respect, and kindness. His passing has sent shockwaves through the medical community, with many expressing their condolences and memories of his remarkable dedication and compassion.
April A. Lim, Dr. Lim’s wife, and their two children, Gabriel and Ian, are in the thoughts and prayers of the entire medical community and residents of Lenoir as they navigate this unimaginable loss.
The family will announce funeral arrangements and obituary details at a later time.
