Dr. Anthony Kim, MD, FAANS, Mission Viejo, CA

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4.81

About Dr. Anthony Kim

Dr. Anthony Kim earned his M.D. at the Keck-University of Southern California School of Medicine and graduated as valedictorian with Highest Distinction and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society in 2000. He also graduated from Yale University with a B.S. intensive in Biology and a B.A. in Music. He also underwent one year of Masters in Musical Arts at Yale University. Dr. Kim completed both a neurosurgery residency and a complex spine fellowship at the University of Southern California (USC) Department of Neurosurgery. His spine fellowship included reconstructive spine techniques in tumor, deformity, and trauma as well as travel to Australia to study the latest advancements that have not yet reached the United States. He also studied minimally invasive spinal surgery with the pioneers of the field. Los Angeles’ first one –level minimally invasive fusion was performed at LAC-USC with Dr. Larry Khoo and Anthony Kim. Early on his career, Dr. Kim’s research included the natural history of the ageing spine, particularly facet degeneration and diseases of the posterior spine; posterior-only approaches to the cervico-thoracic junction and thoracic ventral lesions; penetrating traumatic brain and spinal cord injury; transpedicular and en bloc trauma and tumor spine reconstructions; the use of biologics in neuro-regeneration and repair; scoliosis and adult deformity; failed back syndrome and adjacent segment degeneration; patients with prior surgery and worsening conditions; minimally invasive spine techniques; advanced imaging modalities (e.g. MR myelography, fusion bone CT-SPECT, and tensor DWI) in the care of spine patients; posterior dynamic stabilization; and rare tumors of the cerebral nervous system. He is well versed in all forms of spinal hardware, and has implanted over 13,000 spinal instrumentation products circa 2018.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Disorders of the thoracic spine

Lower back pain

Spinal fusion

Neck pain and spine problems

Disorders of the thoracic spine

Lower back pain

Spinal fusion

Neck pain and spine problems

Office location

United Medical Doctors

26732 Crown Valley Pkwy, Ste 541, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

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Education and background

Practice names

United Medical Doctors

Board certifications

American Board of Neurological Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - Keck School of Medicine of USC, Doctor of Medicine
The Medical Village LAC+USC Outpatient Department, Residency in Neurosurgery
The Medical Village LAC+USC Outpatient Department, Fellowship in Neurosurgery
Yale University, Master's in Musical Arts
Yale University (Bachelor's)

Awards and publications

Dr. Kim Has Been Awarded the ‘Physician of Excellence’ Designation By the Orange County Medical Association (OCMA) in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019.

Languages spoken

English
Korean

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1659577286

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4.81

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What practice does Dr. Anthony Kim work with?

Dr. Anthony Kim works with United Medical Doctors.

Where is Dr. Anthony Kim's office located?

Dr. Anthony Kim's office is located at 26732 Crown Valley Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92691.

Which board certifications does Dr. Anthony Kim have?

Dr. Anthony Kim is certified by American Board of Neurological Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Anthony Kim?

Dr. Anthony Kim frequently sees patients for Back Pain, Back Problems, Neurology Consultation, Neurosurgery Consultation, and Spine Deformation / Scoliosis . You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Anthony Kim on their profile.