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Dr. Paul Kim, MD

Neurological Spine Surgery* Age 48
Dr. Paul Kim, MD
4.6 (17 Ratings)

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Dr. Paul Kim, MD is a Neurological Spine Surgery Specialist in Encinitas, CA.
Dr. Paul Kim, MD
4.6 (17 Ratings)
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Dr. Paul Kim, MD

Neurological Spine Surgery* Age 48
Encinitas, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Paul Kim, MD is a Neurological Spine Surgery Specialist in Encinitas, CA.
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About

Dr. Kim graduated from Columbia university and completed a residency at New York Orthopedic Hospital. Dr. Paul Kim, MD is a Neurological Spine Surgery Specialist in Encinitas, CA. Dr. Kim currently practices at CORE Orthopaedic Medical Center and are affiliated with Alvarado Hospital Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Poway. Dr. Kim has experience treating conditions like Herniated Disc, Sciatica and Degenerative Disc Disease among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kim received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. Dr. Kim's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kim is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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

Explains Conditions Well

Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

Trustworthy

Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.

Friendly Staff

Patients said the staff was friendly.

Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

Locations

  1. 1 Scripps Mercy Physician Partners
    332 Santa Fe Dr Ste 110, Encinitas, CA 92024
  2. 2 Office
    488 E Valley Pkwy Ste 111, Escondido, CA 92025

Experience and Background Check

Herniated Disc
Sciatica
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Sciatica
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Degenerative Disc Disease
Spondylolisthesis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Radiculopathy
Back Pain
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Myelopathy
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Piriformis Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Scoliosis
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracolumbar Radiculopathy
Upper Back Pain
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Fusion
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Disorders
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Cancer
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Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Dural Tear
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Gait Abnormality
Joint Pain
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Neck Muscle Strain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Polyneuropathy
Sacrum Disorders
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spina Bifida
Spina Bifida Occulta
Spinal Cord Injury
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tarlov Cyst
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Whiplash
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Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Epidural Block
Excision of Femur or Knee
Facet Blocks
Herniated Disc Surgery
Kyphoplasty
Laminoplasty
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulation
Neurostimulator Implantation
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
Spinal Nerve Block
Spine Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kim
4.6
Based on 17 Reviews
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1 Star (1)

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May 22, 2024
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Paul Kim, MD is a neurological spine surgery specialist in Encinitas, CA. He specializes in Neurological Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Spine Surgery, and more.
Biography
Specialties*
Neurological Spine Surgery
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Columbia university
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • New York Orthopedic Hospital
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • The Spine Institute At Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

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

Dr. Kim frequently treats the following conditions: Herniated Disc, Sciatica and Degenerative Disc Disease. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Paul Kim, MD is affiliated with Alvarado Hospital Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Poway.

Yes, Dr. Paul Kim, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Alvarado Hospital Medical Center

    6655 Alvarado Rd, San Diego, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Escondido

    2185 Citracado Pkwy, Escondido, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    555 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

    15615 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA

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