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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.
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 locationsUc Davis Eye Center
4860 Y St Ste 2400Sacramento, CA 95817Mon8:00 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 Tel: (916) 734-2737
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 Tel: (916) 734-2011
La Veta Surgery Center
681 S Parker St Ste 150Orange, CA 92868 Tel: (714) 744-0900
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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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 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 , CA | Sacramento , CA | Sacramento , CA | Sacramento , 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 |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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
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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