Dr. Kim is professor of neurological surgery and the chief of spinal neurosurgery. He has a special interest and expertise in challenging spinal disorders requiring surgical treatment. He has vast experience in complex spine surgery, regardless of etiology, including tumor, infection, degenerative spine and trauma. He is at the forefront of robotic-assisted surgery, minimally invasive surgery and spinal instrumentation.
(916) 734-7463
Spine Center$ 3301 C St.$ Suite 1500$ Sacramento, CA 95816
As a co-director of the UC Davis Spine Center, Dr. Kim is involved in multiple clinical trials as a primary investigator. He innovates and evaluates different cutting-edge technology to advance the field. Recent examples include the use of stem cells for disc regeneration and bony healing, the use of biomaterials and pharmaceutical agents for spinal cord injuries, and clinical evaluations of artificial disc and other implants. His research focuses on using the advances in different fields to bring about tangible improvement in patient care and surgical outcome.
He also devotes much of his time and resources to further the training of other surgeons, both locally and abroad. He has trained many residents and fellows who have gone on to become spine specialists in their respective fields. He has published over hundred manuscripts and book chapters dealing with myriad of spinal disorders. As a widely recognized expert, he has spoken at many national and international meetings. Dr. Kim's primary focus, however, remains providing the best possible care to his patients.
Board Certifications
American Board of Neurological Surgery, Board Certified, 2002
Undergraduate School
B.S., Yale University, New Haven CT 1986
Medical School
M.D., Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore MD 1992
Internship
UC Davis Medical Center, Sacramento CA 1992-1993
Residency
UC Davis Medical Center, Sacramento CA 1993-1998
Fellowship
UCLA, Los Angeles CA 1997-1998