Dr. Benjamin Kum, DO, Dallas, TX | Primary Care Doctor

About Dr. Benjamin Kum

Dr. Benjamin K. Kum, DO, is a physician at Vein Treatment Clinic with 13 years of experience in clinical practice. Board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine and in Addiction Medicine by the American Board of Preventive Medicine, he brings a comprehensive and structured approach to patient care. His background in family medicine and emergency medicine allows him to evaluate complex health presentations while focusing on the underlying contributors to venous insufficiency, varicose veins, and spider veins. Dr. Kum evaluates patients experiencing leg pain, swelling, heaviness, and visible veins, helping them understand the circulatory factors contributing to their symptoms. He is involved in the management of vein disease through minimally invasive treatments, including sclerotherapy and radiofrequency ablation (RFA), as part of individualized care plans designed to address both functional and cosmetic concerns. His clinical decision-making is grounded in careful assessment, and evidence-based medicine, ensuring that patients feel informed and actively involved in their treatment choices. Dr. Kum earned his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Binghamton University before receiving his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his internship in General Surgery at Stony Brook University Hospital and his residency in Family Medicine at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital, followed by fellowship training in Addiction Medicine at Geisinger Marworth. Throughout his career, he has held leadership and academic roles, including Director of the Geisinger Addiction Clinic and Director of the Paths to Recovery Clinic at Parkland Health System. He has also served as Assistant Professor at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine and at the University of Texas Southwestern, reflecting a continued commitment to clinical education and medical advancement.

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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.

Drug use disorders

Other popular visit reasons

Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam

Annual Physical

Chicken Pox

Drug Allergy

ENT Consultation

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Shockwave Therapy

Illness

Psychiatry Consultation

Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam

Annual Physical

Chicken Pox

Drug Allergy

Office location

Vein Treatment Clinic

17980 Dallas Pkwy, Ste 300, Dallas, TX 75287

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Education and background

Practice names

Vein Treatment Clinic

Board certifications

American Board of Family Medicine
American Board of Preventive Medicine

Education and training

Medical School - NYIT College Of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
St. John's Episcopal Hospital, Residency in Family Medicine
Geisinger Marworth Treatment Center, Fellowship in Addiction Medicine
Stony Brook University Hospital, Internship in General Surgery

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1366887846

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What practice does Dr. Benjamin Kum work with?

Dr. Benjamin Kum works with Vein Treatment Clinic.

Where is Dr. Benjamin Kum's office located?

Dr. Benjamin Kum's office is located at 17980 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75287.

Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Kum have?

Dr. Benjamin Kum is certified by American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Preventive Medicine.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Benjamin Kum?

Dr. Benjamin Kum frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, ENT Consultation, Illness, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Benjamin Kum on their profile.