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Dr. Esther Kim, MD

Family Medicine* Age 53
Dr. Esther Kim, MD
2.6 (11 Ratings)

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Dr. Esther Kim, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in San Diego, CA.
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Dr. Esther Kim, MD

Family Medicine* Age 53
San Diego, CA
Accepting new patients
26 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Esther Kim, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in San Diego, CA.

About

Dr. Kim graduated from University of California at Berkeley. Dr. Esther Kim, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in San Diego, CA and has 26 years experience. Dr. Kim currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Green Hospital and Sharp Coronado Hospital. Dr. Kim has experience treating conditions like Acute Upper Respiratory Infection among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kim received an average rating of 2.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Dr. Kim's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kim also speaks Korean. Dr. Kim is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Immunization Administration
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
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Immunization Administration
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Constipation
Immunization Administration
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Constipation
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Foot Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Nail Infection
Pharyngitis
Urinary Incontinence
Vitamin B Deficiency
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
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Abnormal Thyroid
Acne
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
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Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Balanitis
Balanoposthitis
Bedwetting
Bladder Infection
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Influenza (Flu)
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Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
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Insurance Accepted

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  • Platinum Local Access + HMO 25 HMO
  • Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
    Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
  • SmartCare Network Large Group HMO
    CA SmartCare HMO
    CA Employer Group Plans HMO
    CA WholeCare Network HMO
    SmartCare Network Small Group HMO
    CA CommunityCare Network HMO
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    Prudent Buyer Large Group CA PPO
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    Pathway EPO
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    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
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    Choice POS
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Locations

  1. 1 Scripps Clinic Medical Laboratories
    15004 Innovation Dr, San Diego, CA 92128
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 605-7912
  2. 2 Office
    10010 Campus Point Dr, San Diego, CA 92121
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 605-7912
  3. 3 Scripps Clinic John R Anderson V Medical Pavillion
    9898 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 824-5335
  4. 4 Scripps Clinic Ambulatory Surgery Center
    3811 Valley Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92130
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 764-9089

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kim
2.6
Based on 11 Reviews
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1 Star (5)

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Oct 22, 2019
As her patient for over 14 years, I trust her implicitly! She is knowledgeable and caring. With experience, she has gone above and beyond in my care and the care of my family members. I always recommend her to everyone!
— Oct 22, 2019
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Languages Spoken
Korean
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Specialties*
Family Medicine
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Education

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Medical Education
  • University of California at Berkeley
    1998
Medical Education

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  • Family Practice
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Esther Kim, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kim's profile.

Dr. Kim frequently treats the following conditions: Acute Upper Respiratory Infection. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Esther Kim, MD is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Green Hospital and Sharp Coronado Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Esther Kim, MD holds board certification in Family Practice.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

    354 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA

  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego

    4077 5th Ave, San Diego, CA

  • Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA

  • Sharp Coronado Hospital

    250 Prospect Pl, Coronado, CA