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Dr. Jim Kim, MD

Rheumatology* Age 54
Dr. Jim Kim, MD
3.2 (38 Ratings)

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Dr. Jim Kim, MD

Rheumatology* Age 54
Bakersfield, CA
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Jim Kim, MD is a Rheumatologist in Bakersfield, CA.

About

Dr. Kim graduated from Loma Linda University. Dr. Jim Kim, MD is a Rheumatologist in Bakersfield, CA and has 27 years experience. Dr. Kim currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Adventist Health Bakersfield and Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley. Dr. Kim has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain, Malaise and Fatigue and Osteoporosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kim received an average rating of 3.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 38 times. Dr. Kim's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kim also speaks Chinese and Korean. Dr. Kim is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Osteoporosis
Joint Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Osteoporosis
Joint Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Osteoporosis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthritis
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Degenerative Disc Disease
Fibromyalgia
Gout
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Intervertebral Disc Disease
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Psoriatic Arthritis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Cryoglobulinemia
Dermatomyositis
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Fever
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Granulomatosis
Hammer Toe
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Polymyositis
Post-Viral Disorder
Posterior Uveitis
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Raynaud's Disease
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Sarcoidosis
Scleroderma
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Spondylitis
Systemic Chondromalacia
Temporal Arteritis
Trigger Finger
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Wegener's Granulomatosis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Steroid Injection
Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal

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Locations

  1. 1 Advanced Rheumatology and Arthritis Center
    2203 17th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (661) 716-0333
  2. 2 Seth Criner D.O. M.S. Inc.
    820 S Akers St Ste 220, Visalia, CA 93277
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (559) 733-3346

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kim
3.2
Based on 38 Reviews
5 Stars (17)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (4)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (14)

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May 03, 2024
Have recommended him to friends. Met and fired two other rheumatologists before finding Dr. Kim. Answers questions fully, gives info about meds prescribed, never feel rushed or unimportant. Highly recommend.
Vikki Vega — May 03, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Chinese
Korean
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Specialties*
Rheumatology
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Loma Linda University
    1997
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Dr. Kim frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Malaise and Fatigue and Osteoporosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Jim Kim, MD is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Adventist Health Bakersfield and Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley.

Yes, Dr. Jim Kim, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

    420 34th St, Bakersfield, CA

  • Adventist Health Bakersfield

    2615 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA

  • Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley

    1100 Magellan Dr, Tehachapi, CA