3.8
8 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Edward Kim specializes in ophthalmology with over five decades of experience treating eye conditions. He completed his medical education at the University of California and pursued extensive training through residencies at prestigious institutions including Harvard Medical School, Mass Eye and Ear Infirmary, and UC San Francisco. Dr. Kim is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology and communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Kim practices at Harvard Eye Associates in Laguna Hills, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Mission Hospital Laguna Beach. He focuses on treating complex eye conditions including glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, as well as posterior vitreous detachment. His expertise includes comprehensive eye exams, advanced retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor eye health. Patients rate Dr. Kim 3.8 out of 5 stars on average.
Dr. Kim practices at Harvard Eye Associates in Laguna Hills, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Mission Hospital Laguna Beach. He focuses on treating complex eye conditions including glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, as well as posterior vitreous detachment. His expertise includes comprehensive eye exams, advanced retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor eye health. Patients rate Dr. Kim 3.8 out of 5 stars on average.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 51 years of experience
- 26 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; San Francisco Gen Hosp M C, Internal Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 11 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Harvard Eye Associates - Laguna Hills
23961 Calle de la Magdalena Ste 300Laguna Hills, CA 92653 Tel: (949) 951-2020
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 51 Years of Experience | 47 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 47 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, English, Arabic | Speaks Vietnamese, Spanish |
| Laguna Hills , CA | Newport Beach , CA | Mission Viejo , CA | Newport Beach , CA |
| Med School: University of California | Med School: Yale University School of Medicine | Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine | Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edward William Kim
Medical Specialties
Dr. Edward William Kim has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Edward William Kim has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
51 Years Experience
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Hawaii, 2026, Expired
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; San Francisco Gen Hosp M C, Internal Medicine
Harvard Medical School1979
Mass Ee Infirm Harvard1976
San Francisco General Hospital1976
Uc San Francisco1976
Medical School
University of CaliforniaGraduated in 1975
University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco CaGraduated in 1975
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