3.8
4 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Howard Kim is a neurologist who has dedicated 37 years to treating disorders of the nervous system. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, bringing decades of specialized knowledge to his practice in neurology.
Dr. Kim practices at Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center in Oakland, California. He focuses on treating conditions such as spinal stenosis and lumbar spinal stenosis, which can cause pain and mobility challenges for patients. His approach includes diagnostic testing through basic and comprehensive metabolic panels to help identify underlying health issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals.
Dr. Kim practices at Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center in Oakland, California. He focuses on treating conditions such as spinal stenosis and lumbar spinal stenosis, which can cause pain and mobility challenges for patients. His approach includes diagnostic testing through basic and comprehensive metabolic panels to help identify underlying health issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 37 years of experience
- Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Neurology | Neurology | Neurology | Neurology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 37 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Chinese, English, Russian | Speaks Chinese, English, Russian | Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi | |
| Oakland , CA | Vacaville , CA | Fairfield , CA | Orange , CA |
| Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine | Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School | Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
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Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
Dr. Howard Lynn Kim holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine in 1990 and NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY THE FEINBERG SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1989.
NPI Number
Dr. Kim's NPI number is 1437239605.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Howard Kim affiliated with?
- Dr. Howard Kim is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center.
- Is Dr. Howard Kim accepting new patients?
- Dr. Howard Kim has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Howard Kim accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Howard Kim accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Dr. Howard Kim's office located?
- Dr. Howard Kim's office is located at 3600 Broadway, Oakland, CA, 94611.
- Does Dr. Howard Kim accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Howard Kim has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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