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Ernest Kim, MD

4.8

313 ratings

Doctor of medicine (MD)

Sports medicine

(board certified)

Medical Group

Sharp Rees-Stealy

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619-644-6615

5525 Grossmont Center Drive
Floor 3
San Diego, CA 91942-3009

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  1. Sharp Rees-Stealy La Mesa

    5525 Grossmont Center Drive
    Floor 3
    San Diego, CA 91942-3009
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    619-644-6615

About Ernest Kim, MD

Age: 41
Gender: Male
Languages: English, Korean

Education

St. George's University: Medical School
Loyola University: Internship
Loyola University (Chicago): Residency

NPI

1124414925

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Insurance plans accepted

Ernest Kim, MD, accepts 35 health insurance plans.

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Ratings and reviews

4.8

313 ratings

Patient ratings

Provider included you in decisions

4.8

Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others

4.8

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.8

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.8

Provider discussed treatment options

4.8

Patient reviews

Verified Patient

December 26, 2025

5.0

I have not felt this good now in close to 5 months and the doctor said It could work but to let It take Its course. I had 100% confidence & belief he knows his job very well and obviously no 2 people are the same but he speaks to you as an individual and not as just another patient. Very personal & I had no reason to question is suggestions of treatment (even if they weren't going to work). I left happy with hopes he solved my problem and following his 2 week course of allowing the process to take its course. Right now I'm more hopeful than at any other time I've been seen.

Verified Patient

December 18, 2025

5.0

Enjoyed very much my visit with Dr. KIM and I am responding well to the injection.

Verified Patient

December 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kim is the best. Always explains procedures. Love him!!

Verified Patient

November 28, 2025

4.6

Dr Kim Is great about listening and telling you about your options.

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