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Dr. James Kim, MD

Ophthalmology*•Male•Age 50

Ophthalmology*

Dr. James Kim, MD is an ophthalmology specialist in Bellingham, WA. He is affiliated with PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. James Kim, MD

Practice

1130 N Forest St Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 647-4290

Accepting new patients

(360) 647-4290

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    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Kim's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kim

2.6

18 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Joey – Apr 05, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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Carla Stellwagen – Feb 12, 2020
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jan 04, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Lori in WA – Jun 01, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Barbara Dahl in Bellingham, WA – Mar 20, 2017
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About Me

Care Philosophy

WELCOME TO BELLINGHAM BAY OPHTHALMOLOGY PLLC - we are in our new location at the Barkley area. All three of our highly-regarded physicians are accepting...Read more

Biography

James M. Kim, M.D. attended medical school at the University of Southern California, completed his internship in internal medicine at the UCLA- VA...Read more

Specialties*

  • Ophthalmology

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Doheny Eye Institute, University of Southern California

Residency Hospital, 2004

V A Greater Healthcare - Los Angeles

Internship Hospital, 2001

West La Va-Ucla

Internship Hospital, 2001

UNLV

Undergraduate School, 1996

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Common Questions and Answers

    Please call the office to learn more. (360) 647-4290

    What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. James Kim, MD?

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    Can I use my insurance at Dr. James Kim, MD?

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    Does Dr. James Kim, MD accept new patients?

    New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Kim, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kim's profile.

    What is Dr. James Kim, MD's office address?

    Dr. Kim's office is located at 1130 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA 98225. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    What languages does Dr. James Kim, MD speak?

    Dr. James Kim, MD is fluent in 2 languages: English and Spanish.

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office1130 N Forest St Bellingham, WA 98225
    1
    Bellingham Bay Ophthalmology Pllc3125 Howe Pl Ste 101 Bellingham, WA 98226
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center

    2901 Squalicum Pkwy
    Bellingham, WA 98225
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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