Alexander Kim DO is fellowship trained in both gastroenterology and interventional endoscopy—a specialty that includes minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat GI conditions.
Dr. Kim’s passion for helping others and making a positive impact in their lives led him to pursue a career in medicine. “I feel a strong sense of responsibility for contributing to society and serving the community through medical care,” he explains. “Medicine satisfies my intellectual curiosity, and I enjoy continually learning and growing.”
Joining patients on their recovery journeys brings Dr. Kim immense personal fulfillment. As a gastroenterologist, he’s at the forefront of innovation, offering cutting-edge, minimally invasive procedures that were once daunting major surgeries. Dr. Kim strives to provide personalized and compassionate care at every step.
His patients benefit from the latest innovative techniques that ensure optimal outcomes and faster recoveries. He prioritizes building strong doctor-patient relationships and taking the time to fully understand each individual's needs and concerns.
Through a combination of specialized training, dedication to continuous learning, patient-centered care, experience, and passion for advancement, Dr. Kim has earned distinction in his specialty. During residency, he became chief resident, an experience that honed his leadership and mentoring skills.
He previously served as director of a thriving and collaborative endoscopy practice, where he worked successfully to elevate standards of patient care across the organization through improvement initiatives and policy development.
Dr. Kim is passionate about athletics and participates in long-distance running and basketball pick-up games. He and his family also enjoy experiencing diverse cultures through traveling and sampling world cuisines.
He looks forward to collaborating with colleagues at PIH Health to make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and the broader community.