Summary

Dr. Esther Kim is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision treatment. 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. With 36 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Kim has developed extensive expertise in treating complex eye conditions. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Kim practices at University of California Davis Medical Center and sees patients at multiple locations throughout Sacramento. She focuses on treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. Her surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures to restore clear vision. Dr. Kim also provides comprehensive vision testing to help diagnose and monitor eye conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 36 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 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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Dr. Esther Sooyoung Kim, MDDr. Benjamin Gainer Jastrzembski, MDDr. Sarju Suryaprakas Patel, MDDr. Melissa Garyun Tong, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
36 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Sacramento , CASacramento , CASacramento , CASacramento , CA
Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
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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

Dr. Esther Sooyoung Kim holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at U S Department Of Veterans Affairs.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California Davis School Of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Kim's NPI number is 1740265073.

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Dr. Esther Kim's office is located at 4860 Y St Ste 2400, Sacramento, CA, 95817.

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