3.8
9 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Samuel Kim treats achalasia, esophageal cancer, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and practices thoracic surgery and cardiovascular surgery. He has 24 years of experience and is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, where he sees patients through Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute in Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Kim earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed residencies at the University of Pennsylvania Health System in 2009 and Massachusetts General Hospital in 2011. He speaks Korean. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kim 3.78 out of 5.
Dr. Kim earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed residencies at the University of Pennsylvania Health System in 2009 and Massachusetts General Hospital in 2011. He speaks Korean. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kim 3.78 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 24 years of experience
- 23 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Korean
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas 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
Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute
676 N St Clair St Arkes Pavilion, Ste 2140Chicago, IL 60611 Tel: (312) 695-1800
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| Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 24 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Korean | Speaks Russian, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Polish, Spanish |
| Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL | Munster , IN | Oak Lawn , IL |
| Med School: Tufts University School of Medicine | Med School: China Medical University | Med School: University Of Cape Town Faculty Of Health Sciences | Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Samuel S. Kim
Medical Specialties
Samuel S. Kim has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Samuel S. Kim has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
24 Years Experience
Samuel S. Kim holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Massachusetts General Hospital in 2011 and University of Pennsylvania Health System in 2009.
Medical School
Graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 2002.
NPI Number
Samuel S. Kim's NPI number is 1184771172.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Samuel Kim's office located?
- Samuel Kim's office is located at 676 N St Clair St Arkes Pavilion, Ste 2140, Chicago, IL, 60611.
- Which hospitals is Samuel Kim affiliated with?
- Samuel Kim is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
- Does Samuel Kim accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Samuel Kim accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Samuel Kim accepting new patients?
- Samuel Kim is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Samuel Kim's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- Does Samuel Kim accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Samuel 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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