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Dr. Philip Kim, MD

Dr. Philip Kim, MD

Pain Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Philip Kim, MD is a pain medicine physician in Bryn Mawr, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Chester County Hospital and BRYN Mawr Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3 Star Rating
Based on 50 reviews 3 Star Rating (50 reviews)

Practice

931 E Haverford Rd Ste 202 Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

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Dr. Kim's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kim

3.0
50 ratings, 26 with a written review
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Not a caring listening physician
A visit with Dr Kim starts out late. If you have a 2pm appointment you’ll see him at 3 pm. When he enters the room you get a bare hello. He immediately starts speaking into the laptop identifying the patients name & other info. Then he turns to you. You tell him what’s happening and you get 1) a sales pitch for a treatment or 2) asked if you need pain medication. If you need a refill, he’ll order quickly, then look at you like what’s next. He has an answer for everything. The visit is over, he tells you when to come back again & leaves the room. You wonder why you came cause you got no help. But you need pain medication cause the pain isn’t better, so you leave.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Jul 10, 2024
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Uncaring and doesn't listen
Dr Kim is not suited to be a pain management doctor due to his complete lack of empathy and understanding. He doesn't listen to anything you tell him, and doesn't allow you to be involved in your treatment plan. It's his way or no way, even when you explain that you've tried it his way previously with no success. He also makes it seem like it's your suffering is your fault, and speaks down to you as if you are a lesser person. I would definitely recommend avoiding seeing him if at all possible.
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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Apr 05, 2024
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Detatched and Exploitative
I had a consultation with Dr. Philip Kim, MD regarding my need for a Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) with pulsed Radio Frequency Ablation (pRFA) for long-term relief of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and other PTSD symptoms. It did not go well, starting with the perfunctory display of cognitive-only empathy. Before he would talk about the procedure I needed, Dr. Kim tried to sell me on an experimental one. He ignored that I said I'd had it before and found it a terrible experience. He just wanted to make the sale. No interest in how it affected me or whether I wanted it. He acted like I was going to do it and pay out of pocket.He told me he would do the SGB with pRFA as an out-of-pocket paid upfront service. He said it would be $1,000: $400 for the surgicenter, $400 for the procedure, $200 for anesthesia. By the time our meeting ended after about 10 minutes, he had jacked up the price to $1,500. I couldn't trust such a disconnected and exploitative person to treat a hangnail.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Shay Seaborne, CPTSD – Oct 24, 2023
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Please do your research before choosing this dr.
All the negative reviews are 100% accurate. It has been nothing but a nightmare since my Dr. left and this horrible person took over.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Aug 11, 2023
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Dr. Kim is a highly skilled pain management specialist who employs a variety of techniques and interventions to reduce pain. As a result of his ablations on me, I was able to return to physical therapy and slowly make further progress reducing the pain I've experienced from being hit by four different reckless drivers,
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Pat Daly, Ph.D. – Dec 02, 2019
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I heard about CIPS from relative of mine. I have been coming here for a little over a year. My experience here has been very good. With medication, exercise, and changing my diet everything seems to be helping out alot. I am very happy when I come here.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous A. – Nov 11, 2019
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He and his staff are really excellent. Very “business like,” but a high level, experienced doctor in his field. I would never go to any other in his field.
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
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Larry in Phl, PA – Oct 01, 2019
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I came to Dr. Kim 10 years ago, I was referred by a friend. Dr. Kim is a good medical doctor. The staff is wonderful. I used to have to wait a little in the waiting room, but that hasn't happened in awhile.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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L H. – Jul 31, 2019
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I've been here for a few years.. I found Dr. Kim online through google. I wouldn't trade Dr. Kim. He listens to me and explains everything very well. I live past Allentown and I travel here for Dr. Kim. The staff is great! They yell at me if I don't bring the dogs down!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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R C. – Jul 31, 2019
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We found Dr. Kim online... Dr. Kim was so kind to take me on from my previous pain doctor. He helps me with my CRPS. I went from a wheelchair, to a walker, to a cane, and now I can walk on my own!!! Dr. Kim makes me feel comfortable, he listens to anything and takes the time with me. He's respectful, kind, and funny. He cheers my accomplishments. He is completely open to medical marijuana and that has changed my life. I've been to alot of surgeons and doctors, Dr. Kim is the best!! He is so patient with me and I love that! From everybody here, from the staff to the nurses, they are great. Dr. Kim makes me very happy. He actually cares, when he saw me walking again without my cane.. I think he cried.. he hugged me and celebrated with me! So did the staff!!!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sarah E. – Jul 31, 2019
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I was referred over here by my PCP. I've been here for a couple years now and there's no issues with scheduling! Dr. Kim is really thorough, I have no problems with him at all. He helps me with other things I don't come here for. He's gone the extra mile for me. Love the staff!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Stephen M. – Jul 31, 2019
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I've been here for about a year. My wife works for Mainline and she told me about Dr. Kim. Dr. Kim has sent me for therapy and it was working but now my shoulder is a bit worse. No problems with scheduling and the staff is really friendly, they're really nice here. Dr. Kim explains your results and X-rays, he's pretty good!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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A A. – Jul 31, 2019
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I heard about you guys through a co-worker. I've been traveling to Philly and I needed to find someone down here. I asked a co-worker and she recommended Dr. Kim. I've heard nothing but great things about Dr. Kim. I'm a new patient, I had no problems scheduling and make the appointment. I called two weeks ago and today worked for me but probably could have gotten in sooner but this time was best for me. The staff has been great since I walked in the door and they are really helping me try to get my records. So far its been great and Dr. Kim made me feel very comfortable.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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M E. – Jul 31, 2019
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The staff is amazing. Consistently amazing, very professional, very helpful. I'm very happy with my treatment I've received from Dr. Kim and look forward to continued resolution of my pain issues. Were working on my pain.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous A. – Jul 23, 2019
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I’ve seen him twice in 10 months and he’s quite rude, lacks any kind of compassion and when he walked into the exam room he never said hello or how can I help you today and referred to me as “a case” too difficult for him or his any of the 3 offices that are all doctors who specialize in pain management and I love my name change “a case”.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Amanda in Wilmington , DE – Jun 22, 2018
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I wrote a review about a month ago about Dr. Phillip Kim and the care I had experienced. I am happy to report that I am still under his care and he truly never gives up hope, even when I have had my own doubts. I now have 2 medications in my pain pump and hopefully this will be the magic combination. Pain can be very stubborn and when it likes you it does not want to go away. They have no idea that Dr. Kim will fight them until it is gone from your body. Be patient & allow him to be Boss.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Mary Ann Maycen in Delaware – Feb 08, 2018
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I was referred to him by my spine doctor. I left 3 messages over a period of 5 days and never did get a return call.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Wilmington, DE – May 31, 2017
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After surgery a month ago to replace a Medtronic pump. I was walking into his office two weeks later for the first time without my wheelchair. He gave me my life back. Still recovering but after a 4yr wait to find a doctor who I trusted to do it, I am so grateful it was him. Helped me get off all the pills and is helping me control what I can with natural ways to reduce inflammation internally. He's a no nonsense doctor. Tells you exactly what's needed and not.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Dawn Wright in Wilmington, DE – May 31, 2017
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Love Dr. Kim however, his office staff leaves alot to be desired. For the fourth time today, I showed up for my appointment and my appointment wasn't on the schedule. I have learned to take my appointment card with me to show that I was really scheduled for the appointment. The staff has up to 48 hours to return your call and rarely have I received a return call. I showed up for surgery and couldn't have it performed because the staff never returned my call to answer questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Newark, DE – May 17, 2017
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Dr. Kim came into office with an attitude to begin with. We instantly felt uneasy when he spoke to us as if we were waisting his time. We were there for a consult for wife's pain medicine mngmnt. (an elective appointment). He continues to compare her teeth lost to that of a Heroin Junky. Then he tells her that she cant possibly have pain in her back where she does. So when a question is posed to why the dr. is acting unprofessionally he states that my wife tested positive for Marijuana. QUACK!!
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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Oxford, PA – Mar 18, 2017
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care philosophy

Provide a caring and honest assessment of one's condition. I will tell the current treatment options and offer experimental or cutting edge options. If I do not know, I will tell you. If I need to, I will sent you to other consultants to give you...read more

biography

I strive the offer the best for my patients in the management of chronic pain, spasticity, and integrative medicine. With my group, we offer the cutting edge technology and advancements with minimal invasive spine procedures, implants for pain...read more

  • Pain Medicine

  • Cosmetic Dermatology

  • Anesthesiology

  • Pain Medicine Anesthesiology

  • Integrative Medicine

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  • University Of Pennsylvania

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999

  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999

  • Loyola University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992

  • University Of South Florida Morsani College Of Medicine

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