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Dr. James Kim, MD

Dr. James Kim, MD

Ophthalmology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. James Kim, MD is an ophthalmologist in Bellingham, WA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

2.6 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

3125 Howe Pl Ste 101 Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 647-7750

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kim specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals 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
33%
33%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
56%
56%

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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
No results
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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
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
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
14 people found this helpful
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Barbara Dahl in Bellingham, WA – Mar 20, 2017
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Eye Health Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

WELCOME TO BELLINGHAM BAY OPHTHALMOLOGY PLLC - we are located in the Barkley area. Dr. Kim is our highly-regarded ophthalmolgist; he is accepting new patients. Our gorgeous Optical Shop is now run by our Optical Manager, Kasey! We are fortunate...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 Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, and completed his residency in ophthalmology at the University...read more

  • 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

  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000

  • Unlv

    Undergraduate School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Bellingham Bay Ophthalmology PLLC3125 Howe Pl Ste 101 Bellingham, WA 98226
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center

    2901 Squalicum Pkwy
    Bellingham, WA 98225
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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