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Dr. John Kim is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing nearly four decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and has dedicated 38 years to caring for patients with complex medical conditions. Dr. Kim is fluent in Spanish and Vietnamese, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.
Dr. Kim practices at Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center in Walnut Creek, California. He focuses on managing serious conditions such as chronic kidney disease, advanced kidney failure, and heart failure. His expertise includes performing comprehensive health assessments and specialized screenings for diabetic kidney complications. Patients benefit from his extensive experience in hospital-based care and his ability to coordinate treatment for multiple health concerns simultaneously.
Dr. Kim practices at Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center in Walnut Creek, California. He focuses on managing serious conditions such as chronic kidney disease, advanced kidney failure, and heart failure. His expertise includes performing comprehensive health assessments and specialized screenings for diabetic kidney complications. Patients benefit from his extensive experience in hospital-based care and his ability to coordinate treatment for multiple health concerns simultaneously.
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Quick Facts
- 38 years of experience
- 20 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
- New York Medical College
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center
1425 S Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94596 Tel: (925) 295-4000
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm
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| 38 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese | Speaks English, Tamil | Speaks English, French, Bambara | |
| Walnut Creek , CA | Diamond Bar , CA | Palo Alto , CA | Tigard , OR |
| Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York | Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Youngjoo Kim
Medical Specialties
Dr. John Youngjoo Kim has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. John Youngjoo Kim has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Dr. John Youngjoo 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
Medical School
Graduated from New York Medical College in 1999 and NEW YORK MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1988.
NPI Number
Dr. Kim's NPI number is 1124107883.
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- Where is Dr. John Kim's office located?
- Dr. John Kim's office is located at 1425 S Main St, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596.
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- Does Dr. John Kim accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Kim accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Dr. John Kim affiliated with?
- Dr. John Kim is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center.
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