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Tyson Kim

MD PhD

Ophthalmologist
Cornea and refractive surgery specialist

  • Education

    UCSF/UC Berkeley, Bioengineering PhD, 2012

    UCSF, MD, 2014

  • Residencies

    University of Michigan, W.K. Kellogg Eye Center, 2018

  • Fellowships

    Anne Bates Leach Eye / Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, 2019

  • Academic Title

    Assistant Professor

Where I see patients (2)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    161 Ratings
    About our process
    Sep 30, 2024
    Dr. Kim and staff are the best. Thanks to you all.
    Sep 29, 2024
    Ucsf is the best Institute in the country as long as I'm concerned
    Sep 28, 2024
    Dr. Kim is exceptional in his manner and communication. In the world of surgical specialists, he is in a class by himself. Warmth, humor, enthusiasm, and clear intent and ability to communicate effectively all come together in this also clearly skilled clinicians. I will definitely recommend him to my friends.
    Aug 26, 2024
    Dr Kim has been excellent in making me feel relaxed
    Aug 17, 2024
    Dr Kim is an exceptionally caring and gifted physician. I will highly recommend him to others.
    Jun 03, 2024
    Dr Tyson Kim is simply the best. "Very good" is not a high enough rating for him!
    May 11, 2024
    Dr. Kim is in the top .00001 percent of doctors. He looks so young and yet is so knowledgeable, so kind, and so patient. He is a rare find and we are so grateful to have him!
    Apr 15, 2024
    Good experience they were all very caring and comforting
    Apr 13, 2024
    I feel fortunate to have had Dr. Kim as my doctor for my recent first cataract surgery. I am so happy with the results. Because of his excellent care and reassurances throughout the process - before, during and after the procedure - I am comfortable as my second cataract procedure approaches.
    Apr 13, 2024
    Very professional kind, and courteous
    Mar 30, 2024
    I love the care I received from my doctors , so nice and they explained everything to where I understood it , Great doctors
    Mar 30, 2024
    Dr Tyson Kim exemplifies what a doctor should be. After consulting with many doctors, Dr. Kim took time to understand my issues and come up with tangible solutions
    Mar 23, 2024
    Kim is an excellent Doctor and a kind and gracious provider
    Mar 16, 2024
    Dr Tyson Kim is a gem! Talented, bright, kind, compassionate and extremely skilled!
    Jan 06, 2024
    Asked me if I had any questions, all answers were given clearly n understandable.
    Dec 23, 2023
    Both Drs were so caring
    Nov 15, 2023
    Dr. Kim was dealing with many urgent cases, and despite this, was able to hear me and my concerns.
    Oct 30, 2023
    Dr kim is the most caring Dr I have ever had. He is a gem
    Sep 16, 2023
    Dr. Kim was attentive and helpful.
    Aug 14, 2023
    Dr Tyler Kim is a gem
    Aug 12, 2023
    Dr. Kim is the best
    Jul 31, 2023
    Dr Kim was professional, courteous and empathetic. He will provide backup support for my chemo treatments that can have bad ocular side effects and he made me feel that he is a supportive part of my medical team.
    Jul 22, 2023
    Thank you! Dr. Kim showed his concern for my situation, was attentive, and asked questions about what I want and think will work best for me. He discussed treatment options, risks, benefits, and rationale, and overall his presence felt reassuring. A very good experience.
    Jul 19, 2023
    He explained very well how many times to apply which drop and protect eyes with sunglasses.
    Jun 26, 2023
    He listen to my concerns and answer my questions, and explained very well what and how procedure will be done.
    Jun 19, 2023
    Dr Kim, comprehensive explanations put me at ease , so that I feel equipped to make decisions about surgery and choosing the right lenses for me.
    Jun 15, 2023
    Dr Kim took as much time as we needed to make a decision on surgery, and answered all of our questions
    Jun 10, 2023
    Dr. Kim was excellent!
    Jun 03, 2023
    Best people! UCSF delivers incredible care. The team saved my eye and my sight recovered.
    May 20, 2023
    I have an amazing doctor.
    May 15, 2023
    Dr. Kim is terrific.
    Apr 29, 2023
    Initial consultation appt exceeded expectations from the doctor. Very thoroughly described my condition to me, and gave what information was available.
    Apr 10, 2023
    Dr. Kim is a true professional and stellar in his expertise. His manners are impeccable and warm and it is always a joy to see him and be in his care.
    Apr 08, 2023
    Dr. Kim is the best!!
    Apr 07, 2023
    The visit with Dr. Kim was extraordinary. Thank you!
    Apr 01, 2023
    Very Courteous people. I liked it very much. Thank you.
    Mar 25, 2023
    Dr Kim was professional and showed kindness and concern for my medical condition.
    Mar 04, 2023
    Dr Kim is the best! He is very compassionate, thorough, & a great educator.
    Jan 30, 2023
    Cataract surgery comes with a lot of questions - risks, options, types of lenses and more. I am grateful that my care giver and team spent so much time analyzing my condition and then explaining my options in simple, plain terms.
    Jan 16, 2023
    I have had this operation in my other eye three times and I have never had a doctor explain everything he was going to do, why and how. Dr. Kim explained everything so I could really understand the procedure. He has a great personality.
    Dec 17, 2022
    Dr. Kim is exceptionally thorough, knowledgeable, and kind. Love him!

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