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Dr. Paul Kim, MD

Neurological Spine Surgery* Age 47
Dr. Paul Kim, MD
5.0 (13 Ratings)

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Dr. Paul Kim, MD is a Neurological Spine Surgery Specialist in Encinitas, CA.
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Dr. Paul Kim, MD

Neurological Spine Surgery* Age 47
Encinitas, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Paul Kim, MD is a Neurological Spine Surgery Specialist in Encinitas, CA.
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Dr. Paul Kim, MD is a Neurological Spine Surgery Specialist in Encinitas, CA. They graduated from Columbia university and completed a residency at New York Orthopedic Hospital. They currently practice at CORE Orthopaedic Medical Center and are affiliated with Alvarado Hospital Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Poway. Dr. Kim has experience treating conditions like Herniated Disc, Degenerative Disc Disease and Sciatica among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kim received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kim accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Locations

  1. 1 Scripps Mercy Physician Partners
    332 Santa Fe Dr Ste 110, Encinitas, CA 92024
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (442) 274-0577
  2. 2 Spine Institute Of San Diego
    488 E Valley Pkwy Ste 111, Escondido, CA 92025
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Experience and Background Check

Herniated Disc
Degenerative Disc Disease
Sciatica
Herniated Disc
Degenerative Disc Disease
Sciatica
Herniated Disc
Degenerative Disc Disease
Sciatica
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Cervical Stenosis
Radiculopathy
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Scoliosis
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracolumbar Radiculopathy
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Herniated Disc Surgery
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Fusion
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Disorders
Bunion
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Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Cancer
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Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Dural Tear
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hip Tendinitis
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Limb Pain
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Miner's Knee
Neck Muscle Strain
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Polyneuropathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Disorders
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Upper Back Pain
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Epidural Block
Excision of Femur or Knee
Facet Blocks
Kyphoplasty
Laminoplasty
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulation
Neurostimulator Implantation
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
Spinal Nerve Block
Spine Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy

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Oct 19, 2023
I am always seen at the scheduled time by Dr. Kim who makes sure I understand my health issues, the necessary treatments and the best course of action to address them. He explains things so that I know what the options are and what I can expect from the course of action being taken. I appreciate his professionalism and concerns for what's best for me.
Robert L Walsh — Oct 19, 2023
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Paul Kim, MD is a neurological spine surgery specialist in Encinitas, CA. He specializes in Neurological Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Spine Surgery, and more.
Biography
Specialties*
Neurological Spine Surgery
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Columbia university
Medical Education

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • New York Orthopedic Hospital
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • The Spine Institute At Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

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

Dr. Kim frequently treats the following conditions: Herniated Disc, Degenerative Disc Disease and Sciatica. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Paul Kim, MD is affiliated with Alvarado Hospital Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Poway.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Alvarado Hospital Medical Center

    6655 Alvarado Rd, San Diego, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Escondido

    2185 Citracado Pkwy, Escondido, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    555 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

    15615 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA

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