Summary

Dr. Brian Kim specializes in ophthalmology, bringing 26 years of clinical experience to his practice. He completed his medical education at St. Louis University School of Medicine and pursued advanced fellowship training in vitreo-retinal surgery at the prestigious Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins in 2006. Dr. Kim also completed his ophthalmology residency at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in 2004, following his internship at Forest Park Hospital in 2001. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Kim practices at University of Vermont Medical Center with locations in South Burlington and Barre, Vermont. His expertise focuses on treating serious retinal conditions including age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye complications such as diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema. He performs specialized procedures including retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to diagnose eye conditions, as well as anti-VEGF treatments to help preserve vision. Patients rate Dr. Kim 4.7 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 26 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Wilmer Eye Institute - Johns Hopkins - Vitreo-Retinal Surgery
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Brian Y. Kim has 2 locations

Ophthalmology - Tilley Drive, University of Vermont Medical Center

350 Tilley Dr Ste 101South Burlington, VT 05403
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

Ophthalmology - Berlin, University of Vermont Medical Center

58 E View Ln Ste 101Barre, VT 05641

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Brian Y. Kim, MDDr. David Jay Weissgold, MDDr. Katherine Ann Lane, MDDr. Carolyne Anne Riehle, DO
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyNeurology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
2.7 
4.3 
26 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, French Speaks English
South Burlington , VTSouth Burlington , VTSouth Burlington , VTBurlington , VT
Med School: St. Louis University School of Medicine - Ophthalmology Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Brian Y. Kim

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CBA Blue
  • CDPHP
  • Cigna
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Brian Y. Kim has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Brian Y. Kim has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Brian Y. Kim holds an active medical license in the state of Vermont.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Vermont that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Wilmer Eye Institute - Johns Hopkins - Vitreo-Retinal Surgery in 2006.

Residency

Completed their residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation - Ophthalmology in 2004.

Internship

Completed their internship at Forest Park Hospital - Ophthalmology in 2001.

Medical School

Graduated from St. Louis University School of Medicine - Ophthalmology in 2000.

NPI Number

Brian Y. Kim's NPI number is 1881655496.

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Brian Kim speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Brian Kim affiliated with?
Brian Kim is affiliated with University Of Vermont Medical Center.

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