Summary

Dr. Sun Kim is an endocrinologist specializing in diabetes and metabolism with nearly three decades of medical experience. They earned their medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed residency training at Stanford University School of Medicine. Their extensive background in hormone disorders and metabolic conditions spans 28 years of practice. Dr. Kim is fluent in English.

Dr. Kim practices at Stanford Hospital in Palo Alto, California. They focus on treating patients with type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol in children and teens, and hyperlipidemia. Their expertise includes performing complete blood count tests, A1c monitoring, and creatinine clearance tests to help manage these conditions effectively. Patients have given Dr. Kim an average rating of 2.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2
  • 28 years of experience
  • 57 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Stanford University School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Sun Kim

300 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
28 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Chinese Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English
Palo Alto , CACastro Valley , CAFresno , CARedwood City , CA
Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine Med School: Univ Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College Of Med Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Sun Kim

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • CalOptima
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Sun Kim has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Sun Kim has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Diabetes, Type 2
  • Endocrinology
  • Endocrinology & Metabolism
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Morbid Obesity
  • Obesity

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Sun 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 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Stanford University School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine in 1998.

NPI Number

Sun Kim's NPI number is 1083894844.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Sun Kim affiliated with?
Sun Kim is affiliated with Stanford Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Sun Kim?
You can find contact information for Sun Kim here on Vitals.
Where is Sun Kim's office located?
Sun Kim's office is located at 300 Pasteur Dr, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
Does Sun Kim accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Sun Kim has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Sun Kim accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Sun Kim accepts on their Vitals profile.

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