Summary

Dr. Esther Kim is an ophthalmologist with 36 years of experience specializing in comprehensive eye care. She earned her medical degree from University of California Davis School of Medicine and completed her residency training through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Her extensive career has focused on treating complex eye conditions and performing advanced surgical procedures. Dr. Kim is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Kim practices at University of California Davis Medical Center and provides care at multiple locations throughout Sacramento. She specializes in treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. Her surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures. She also provides sedation services to ensure patient comfort during procedures.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 36 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Esther Sooyoung Kim has 4 locations

Uc Davis Eye Center

4860 Y St Ste 2400Sacramento, CA 95817
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lawrence J Ellison Ambulatory Care Center

4860 Y StSacramento, CA 95817
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

University Of California Davis Medical Center

2315 Stockton BlvdSacramento, CA 95817

La Veta Surgery Center

681 S Parker St Ste 150Orange, CA 92868
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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36 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
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Speaks Spanish, English
Sacramento , CAPortland , ORSacramento , CARoseville , CA
Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Esther Sooyoung Kim

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Esther Sooyoung Kim has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Esther Sooyoung Kim has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

U S Department Of Veterans Affairs

Medical School

University Of California Davis School Of MedicineGraduated in 1990

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Dr. Esther Kim speaks Spanish and English.
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Dr. Esther Kim is affiliated with University Of California Davis Medical Center.
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