Dr. Brian Kim, MD
Hepatologist
1520 San Pablo St, Ste 1000, Los Angeles, CA 90033
At a glance
5.00 stars (15 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 46 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, UnitedHealthcare Oxford, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Columbia University, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Keck Medicine of USC - Medicine
5.00
15 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.4
Recent reviews
Wonderful. Dr. Kim has always taken his time to explain - go ever all of our concerns, options, etc. I feel very safe in his hands and I am confident in his care.
More than 1 year agoAL
Office location
Keck Medicine of USC - Health Sciences Campus
1520 San Pablo St, Ste 1000, Los Angeles, CA, 90033
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Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
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Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Colonoscopy
Upper GI endoscopy
Colonoscopy
Upper GI endoscopy
More about Dr. Brian Kim, MD
Dr. Brian Kim is a transplant hepatologist specializing in the treatment of patients with hepatitis C, cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma. He graduated with a bachelor of science in molecular, cellular, and developmental biology from Yale University. He received his MD from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. He completed his internship and residency training in internal medicine at Columbia University New York-Presbyterian Hospital. He then completed gastroenterology fellowship training at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Maryland and transplant hepatology fellowship training at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York. Dr. Kim's clinical research interests include liver transplantation, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, acute liver failure and complications of portal hypertension. He has authored several articles in peer-reviewed journals on various topics in liver disease and liver transplantation.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Columbia University, Doctor of Medicine
The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Fellowship in Gastroenterology
NewYork–Presbyterian Hospital, Internship in Internal Medicine
NewYork–Presbyterian Hospital, Residency in Internal Medicine
Practice
Affiliation
Keck Hospital of USC
USC Norris Cancer Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine)
Transplant Hepatology (Internal Medicine)
Awards and publications
The B antigen protects against the development of red meat allergy J Allergy Clin Immunol Pract. 2018 Feb 21.
Comparison of outcome in patients with versus without ascites referred for either cardiac transplantation or ventricular assist device placement Am J Cardiol. 2015 Nov 15; 116(10):1596-600.
Innate lymphoid cells in the skin J Invest Dermatol. 2015 Mar; 135(3):673-678.
American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases: Advanced/Transplant Hepatology Fellowship Award, 2013
American College of Gastroenterology: Presidential Poster Award, 2011
Falcon Award for Patient Care
Background
Languages spoken
English
Korean
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1215111232
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.43
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Kim is the best Dr. I have seen! Highly recommended!! Knowledgeable, kind, and professional!!
More than 1 year agoRL
Muy buen trato y siempre el doctor contesta todas mis preguntas v las enpermeras muy atentas
More than 1 year agoMG
Wonderful. Dr. Kim has always taken his time to explain - go ever all of our concerns, options, etc. I feel very safe in his hands and I am confident in his care.
More than 1 year agoAL
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Which hospital is Dr. Brian Kim affiliated with?
Dr. Brian Kim is affiliated with Keck Hospital of USC and USC Norris Cancer Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Brian Kim work with?
Dr. Brian Kim works with Keck Medicine of USC - Medicine.
Where is Dr. Brian Kim's office located?
Dr. Brian Kim's office is located at 1520 San Pablo St, Los Angeles, CA 90033.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Kim have?
Dr. Brian Kim is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine), and Transplant Hepatology (Internal Medicine).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Brian Kim?
Dr. Brian Kim frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, General Consultation, Illness, Infection Consultation, and Pre-Travel Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Brian Kim on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Brian Kim speak?
Dr. Brian Kim speaks English and Korean.
How do patients rate Dr. Brian Kim in reviews?
15 patients have reviewed Dr. Brian Kim. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.43/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.