Summary

Dr. Melanie Shim is an endocrinologist who specializes in diabetes and metabolism, along with pediatrics. She earned her medical degree from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and completed her residency at UCLA Medical Center. With 31 years of clinical experience, Dr. Shim has built extensive expertise in managing complex hormonal and metabolic conditions. She speaks English with her patients.

Dr. Shim practices at Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center and sees patients at locations in Honolulu, Hawaii. She focuses on treating various forms of diabetes, including geriatric diabetes, diabetes mellitus, and type 1 diabetes. Her approach includes comprehensive blood work such as complete blood counts and A1c testing to monitor patient health. Patients have given Dr. Shim an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 31 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Melanie Leilani Shim has 2 locations

Kaiser Permanente Mapunapuna Medical Office

2828 Paa StHonolulu, HI 96819
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

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Dr. Melanie Leilani Shim, MDDr. Mitchell Thomas Hamele, MDDr. Raul Clemente Rudoy, MDDr. Diane Pan, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismCritical Care MedicineInfectious DiseasePediatrics
Accepts New Patients
31 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 58 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
Honolulu , HITripler Amc , HIHonolulu , HIHonolulu , HI
Med School: University Of Hawaii At Manoa Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado Med School: University Of Hawaii At Manoa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melanie Leilani Shim

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • Health Alliance
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melanie Leilani Shim has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melanie Leilani Shim has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Hawaii, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucla Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Hawaii At ManoaGraduated in 1995

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Melanie Shim accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Melanie Shim speak?
Dr. Melanie Shim speaks English.
Where is Dr. Melanie Shim's office located?
Dr. Melanie Shim's office is located at 2828 Paa St, Honolulu, HI, 96819.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melanie Shim?
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