Overview
Dr. Sunghoon Kim is a surgeon who cares for both adults and children. He specializes in repairing chest wall malformations, such as pectus excavatum (in which the breastbone sinks inward) and pectus carinatum (in which the breastbone protrudes outward), as well as in treating slipping rib syndrome (when cartilage on the lower ribs moves abnormally, causing pain). With expertise in surgically treating palmar and plantar hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet), he is one of just a few surgeons in the world to offer T3 endoscopic thoracic ganglionectomy, a minimally invasive procedure to treat hyperhidrosis with minimal to no compensatory sweating. Kim's research focuses on developing devices to treat a range of medical and surgical conditions, including pectus excavatum and carinatum, stomal prolapse (when bowel protrudes through a surgically created opening in the skin) and hydrocephalus (abnormal buildup of cerebrospinal fluid in brain cavities). Kim earned his medical degree at the University of Michigan Medical School and completed a residency in surgery at UCSF. He completed a fellowship in pediatric surgery at St. Louis Children's Hospital, an affiliate of Washington University in St. Louis. He also has a master's degree in molecular biology from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and a master's degree in chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley.
Dr. Kim is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pectus Excavatum, Pectus Carinatum, Appendicitis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 31 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
3100 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Kim has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sunghoon Kim
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sunghoon Kim?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sunghoon Kim by calling their office at 510-985-5020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sunghoon Kim a top-rated expert for Pectus Excavatum?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sunghoon Kim is classified as an Distinguished expert for Pectus Excavatum, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Sunghoon Kim specialize in?
While Dr. Sunghoon Kim is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pectus Excavatum, Pectus Carinatum, and Appendicitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Sunghoon Kim participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sunghoon Kim has published 31 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pectus Excavatum. You can view a list of Dr. Sunghoon Kim's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sunghoon Kim accept my insurance?
Dr. Sunghoon Kim accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 510-985-5020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Pectus CarinatumDr. Kim isDistinguished. Learn about Pectus Carinatum.
- Pectus ExcavatumDr. Kim isDistinguished. Learn about Pectus Excavatum.
- Experienced
- Acrogeria, Gottron TypeDr. Kim isExperienced. Learn about Acrogeria, Gottron Type.
- Acute PainDr. Kim isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Adrenal CancerDr. Kim isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Cancer.
- AppendicitisDr. Kim isExperienced. Learn about Appendicitis.
- Bazex SyndromeDr. Kim isExperienced. Learn about Bazex Syndrome.
- Congenital AthymiaDr. Kim isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Athymia.