Stephen J. Kim MD

Professor of Ophthalmology
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  • 699 ratings
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Insurance Plans Accepted

Areas of Expertise

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    Adult Ocular Tumor
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    Detached Retina
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    Diabetic Retinopathy
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    Macular Degeneration
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    Ophthalmology
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    Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
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    Uveitis

Locations (3)

Vanderbilt Eye Institute
2311 Pierce Avenue
Nashville, TN 37232
Vanderbilt Eye Institute Franklin
4601 Carothers Parkway, Suite 450
Franklin, TN 37067

Programs and Clinics

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - Johns Hopkins University, 2001
  • Internship - Mercy Medical Center, 2002
  • Residency - Johns Hopkins Hospital and Health System, 2005
  • Fellowship - Johns Hopkins Hospital and Health System, 2006
  • Fellowship - Emory University, 2008

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology - American Board of Ophthalmology, 2007

Patient Comments

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dr.kim always takes this time to explain everything in detail. never seems to be in a hurry. very patient. answers all questions very well.
Februray 24, 2020
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Dr.Kim has always been Excellent in his care and treatment. He refers to his record and knows his overall health and care.
Februray 18, 2020
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*Dr. Kim was great!!! Explained everything to me what he was doing. He was very kind.
Februray 18, 2020
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He spent all the time he needed to.
Februray 14, 2020
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dr kim is very personal, friendly and very informative. dr kim is awesome.
Februray 11, 2020
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Dr. Kim took the necessary time to explain the situation and answer our questions. A great experience
Februray 10, 2020
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dr kim is a wonderful dr. i trust him completely
Februray 10, 2020
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This was an emergency appointment. He throughly explained what he was doing and what he found. He reassured me that I had done the right thing by coming in.
Februray 10, 2020
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Dr. Stephen Kim is an excellent physician. His expertise, empathy, bedside manner, and communication skills all exceed expectations.
Februray 10, 2020
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