Toy H. Lim, D.N.P., FNP-C (she/her)
- Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Geriatrics, School of Medicine
Biography
Toy Lim is a family nurse practitioner provider at the OHSU Harm Reduction BRidges to Care Clinic (HRBR) caring for patients with substance use disorders. She has a strong commitment to community health and working with diverse patient populations. She defines health as more than just physical well-being. She strives to understand the social determinants of health affecting patients and works to address sociopsychological needs to provide a holistic approach to care. Her clinical interests include patient education, culturally appropriate care and women’s health. In addition to clinical care, she is interested in teaching and research, especially in developing culturally competent care and decreasing barriers to accessing health care. Before nursing, she worked as a community organizer focusing on affordable housing and immigrant rights.
When not working, she enjoys gardening, camping, travel, cooking and spending time with family and friends.
Education and training
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Degrees
- D.N.P., Oregon Health & Science University
- M.S., University of Massachusetts Medical School, Graduate School of Nursing
- B.A., Harvard University
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Residency
- Community Health, Family Health Center of Worcester
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Certifications
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Memberships and associations:
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- Nurse Practitioners of Oregon