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Dr. Lance Kim, DO

Dr. Lance Kim, DO

Neurology*

Dr. Lance Kim, DO is a neurologist in Ocala, FL. Dr. Kim has extensive experience in Sleep Disorders. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Ocala Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 185 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (185 reviews)

Locations

Florida Neurological Center

Florida Neurological Center2237 SW 19th Avenue Rd Ocala, FL 34471
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kim is affiliated with HCA Florida Ocala Hospital Ocala, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Kim is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Kim specializes in the areas of Clinical Neurophysiology, Neurology, Sleep Medicine & Vascular Neurology. See board certifications
  • Friendly StaffPatients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Kim's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kim

3.5
185 ratings, 99 with a written review
5 star
57%
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4 star
3%
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3 star
3%
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2 star
4%
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1 star
33%
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Amazing Doctor
I was referred to Dr. Kim through a walk-in care as I had developed dropfoot. All within two weeks Dr. Kim saw me did an MRI did a nerve conduction study test did an ultrasound. Had blood work done and performed a nerve block by injection on me. My MRI showed severe back issues which was separate from my drop foot. I never thought this was possible, but I’m waking up in the morning pain-free in my back. Thanks to Dr. Kim. I highly recommend you go see him if you are having chronic pain or any other nerve issues.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Sherry – Apr 04, 2025
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OFFICE COMMUNICATION SUCKS!!!
ZERO communication skills from the office & scheduling staff. Called multiple times over several weeks. NO LIVE PERSON will answer. Calls go to voicemail. NO return calls. I ended up driving to the office…
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Mar 19, 2025
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Unprofessional
So he had a sleep tech hand out medication, same guy called me a pain in the butt (he used the other word). Sleep tech are not licensed to give out medication to patients. Also the sleep tech didn't wait to hear me say ok you can come in, he just walked in as I was in the rr. Oh and the room I was in the rr door was broken. Dr Kim only has money in his eyes nothing with patient care at all. He gets upset when you email him regarding medicine he gave you. He doesn't email you back he has his staff do it. Oh and without being told the tech stopped my recording and left me hooked up for an hour, he finally came in to ask me what I needed and let him know I could no longer just lay there and that's when he told me that he had stopped my testing because I was awake. I would give zero stars if I could.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 17, 2025
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Stay away from this Doctor!
Dr. Kim walked into the room angry. I had never seen him before and he had no reason to feel this way toward me. He was mean and cold and did not communicate with me at all about what or why he was doing any testing. When I asked him questions he didn't respond. I would never recommend this doctor to anyone.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 22, 2025
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Blessed to have found Dr. Kim
I woke up one morning with my left side numb head to toes. Went to ER transferred to hospital, did an MRI and other tests. I was told I had a small stroke and not to worry that they would keep me for the night to observe and send me home and to follow up with my primary Doctor. I had to wait to get appointment for my Doctor, once I got to see him he recommended I see a specialist, Neurologist Dr. Lance Kim and let me tell you I was extremely impressed with all of his staff and the convenience of having all of the testing at his office. I had a sleep study, MRI, Ultrasound on my neck, NCS,EMG on my legs and feet then when all the tests were done within a few weeks...yes can you believe it! We discussed the results and he found the cause of my stroke which was due to a few things severe sleep apnea, high blood pressure and being overweight. I now take several medications and use a machine to help me sleep and I feel so much better knowing what I can do to prevent having another stroke.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Sheila Shaughnessy – Oct 31, 2024
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He's been the only doctor that has helped me he's very caring and kind and looks out for my best interests.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Liz – Oct 23, 2024
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Dr. Kim is not only he is most knowledgeable Neuro expert but also have vast knowledge of General medicine. Dr. Kim is most caring doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Michelle – Sep 09, 2024
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Only interseted in making money!
This Dr. has a state of the art location with his own MRI office within his own office--let that sink in: an office within an office. I have been dx with MS since 2011 with flaring lesions; however, after doing an MRI in his office, he stated that I never had MS and that I now have Fibromyalgia. He continued to do other testing at his location only to restate that it was Fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia and MS are somewhat different and I do not agree with his new diagnosis. It seems like everyone in the lobby was also diagnosed with Fibromyalgia as well. I was originally diagnosed in Georgetown University and they happen to be the best of the best, so I do not agree with Dr. Kim's opinion at all.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 05, 2024
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Mr. Kim is a great doctor. He listens to to what you have going on. His nurse are so nice.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 01, 2024
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Serious about my health and pain scale
I am active duty Military in town. Dr Kim wastes no time developing a plan for my issues and already has a course of action before I walk in. I never have to wait for more than 10 minutes in person. His no nonsense approach is a blessing because I just want to get better. This is the only Neuro that has ever made a difference in my myriad of issues. Truly thankful for Florida Neuro Center and Dr Kim.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Zach DeSantis – Aug 01, 2024
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VERY AWESOME NEUROLOGIST!
Dr Kim is a very professional neurologist. He sits down and speaks with you and answers your questions, that is something very important to me. I've seen him multiple times. The staff is excellent especially Sunny at the front desk! And Pamela that does the nerve study, she knew I was stressed out and actually gave me a hug! I would definitely give Dr Lance Kim five stars!!!!!! If you are looking for a very professional knowledgeable neurologist you need to contact Dr Kim in Ocala! He assured me that the nerve blocks were not that painful and they were not, it instantly helped my right leg that had been numb for about three and a half months due to sciatica and neuropathy. He recommended a sleep study which I'm scheduled for, and also I'm waiting a pain management phone call! It's always a pleasure to go to his office. If you're reading this call him now you will not regret it. Sincerely Paula LaMay
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Paula LaMay – Jul 26, 2024
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The best!!
I’ve always felt welcomed and heard at this office by Dr Kim and his entire team. I’ve been going here for over 10 years for my seizure disorder and over time new things that he has helped with and fixed. They all truly care!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jessica Dean – Jul 15, 2024
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Finally have relief from headaches and neck pain!
Dr. Kim is very straight to the point and wants to help you they best way possible! Him and His office knows the VA system very well and any time, we to get something done (Neck injections this time) it took days for his office to call me back to set up an injection appointment. The headaches and stiffness from my neck have went away and feel so much better!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Andrew – Jul 15, 2024
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!!! BEST OF THE BEST !!!
I've suffered with migraines for 43 years. I have been a patient of Dr. Kim's for almost 15 years. I have the kind of migraines that medications will only work for so many months or years until they just stop working. However, Dr. Kim always has a new solution for me! He just gave me injections in my face and head (the website won't let me tell the name of it). He's gentle, but VERY thorough. Most of my family are patients as well for other neurological issues, and like me, they would never go elsewhere either.. Dr. Kim is the GOAT!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Lucy R. – Jun 29, 2024
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Doesnt believe in answering phone. In his first visit he will enter his email address in your phone (which they dont answer as well. Even though your insurance company states no coay for procedures they make up amounts to say you have to pay. He gotnfined 800k for fraud in past. Staff unfriendly and downright aggresive. He should be investigated again.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Stephen Upham – Mar 30, 2024
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Takes the time to listen
I visited Dr. Kim's office several times to get an MRI done for some back and neck pain that I had been having after doing contact sports. His office was very nice and his staff was professional. I was able to get my results back within a reasonable timeframe and Dr. Kim took the time to answer all my questions and make sure that I was comfortable with his recommendations. Overall, I appreciated Dr. Kim and his staff's professionalism and would return to him if I ever needed further help.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 23, 2024
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Very helpful in addressing nerve pain
For a few weeks, I had been dealing with pain in my forearms and calves that I attributed to strenuous exercise but was not going away and I was starting to get concerned. I visited Dr. Kim's office and he was extremely helpful in figuring out what was really happening. He ordered me an EMG test that showed that there was no serious damage to my arms or legs. I was feeling pretty concerned about the pain but Dr. Kim helped me to feel much better and addressed all of my concerns. His office and staff were professional and made me feel like I was in good hands.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 19, 2024
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Dr Kim
My name is Connie, 69 yrs. Dr Kim and his staff and team are the best of the best. My body was becoming numb and balance was shot. There were a lot of tests done and then the waiting for a diagnosis. Vestibular nerve damage, Neuropathy, Fibromyalgia & carpal tunnel. Dr Kim explained everything, although there isn't a cure, there is relief and therapy Injections of nerve blocks and therapy for my balance and walking. These are going extremely well. For those of you out there suffering and don't know what is wrong, like I did. Dr Kim and him team Will find out the problem and help you in any way they can. There is no need to suffer or to try and diagnose yourself. Dr. Kim and his team will treat you with respect. And please be patient for your diagnosis as you want the correct one. They will give you peace of mind.....
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Constance Cipriani – Mar 15, 2024
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Wonderful doctor
I’m 63 and had terrible migraines for most of my life. Dr Kim has given me my life back. He works with your insurance and the pharmaceutical companies to help you get the care you need at the lowest cost to you. The patient is who he cares about. He may seem gruff but it’s because he is constantly working and you do see him smile when he sees his patient doing well.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
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D. Frye – Mar 13, 2024
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Excellent Neuro doc hands down
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Regina – Feb 27, 2024
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care philosophy

Florida Neurological Center is committed to delivering high quality, personalized care to people of all ages and in every stage of life. We will continually evaluating the needs of the communities and patients we serve and adding new services and...read more

biography

Dr. Lance Kim, DO is a neurology doctor who practices in Ocala, FL. He has been practicing for 24 years. Dr. Kim is affiliated with Munroe Regional Medical Center.
  • Neurology

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  • University Of Chicago

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Chicago

    Residency Hospital
  • St. Joseph Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • Nova Southeastern Univiversity

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Clinical Neurophysiology
Neurology
Sleep Medicine
Vascular Neurology
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Dr. Kim is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA Florida Ocala Hospital

      1431 SW 1st Ave
      Ocala, FL 34471
      Recipient of 40
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      79%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

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