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Karen S. Kim, MD

Patient Ratings

4.9 / 5 (Based on 257 Ratings)

Specialties:

Primary Care, Family Medicine, and Internal Medicine

Call 425-481-6363

Telemedicine Visits Available

Conditions Treated

conjunctivitis, pink eye, diabetes, pre-diabetes, fibromyalgia, myositis, hyperlipidemia, cholesterol, minor injury, wounds, sprains, nausea, vomiting, skin irritation, eczema, strep throat, weight gain or loss, abdominal discomfort/pain, erectile disfunction, heartburn, attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD), gout, osteoarthritis, allergies, anxiety, asthma, atherosclerosis, back pain, blood clots, bronchitis, colds, constipation, COPD, cough, depression, diarrhea, ear infections, earaches, family planning, fatigue/malaise, fever, flu, GERD, gynecologic care, hair loss, headaches, health maintenance, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, hypertension, incontinence, insomnia, irregular heartbeat, joint issue (shoulder, hip, knee, elbow, wrist, ankle), kidney stone, laryngitis, menopause, men's care, migraines, nail fungus, nasal congestion, newborn care, obesity, osteoporosis, pediatric care, pneumonia, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), rashes, sexual dysfunction, sexually transmitted infection, shingles, sinus infections, sore throat, sprains, stomach aches, stomach flu, strains, thyroid, tobacco use, tonsillitis, upper respiratory infection, urinary tract infections, vertigo, vomiting, women's care, yeast infection, pregnancy testing, and attention deficit disorder (ADD)

Procedures Performed

annual physicals, annual wellness visit, blood test, breast exam, camp physical, diabetes screening, flu shot, flu test, hearing tests, high cholesterol screening, hypertension screening, immunizations, mono test, pap smear, pregnancy test, school physical, sports physical, strep test, tuberculosis test, urine test, vaccinations, x-rays, and adult preventive care

Locations

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Gender:

Female

Languages:

English

Interpretation Services Available

Honors, Awards, etc.

2025 Seattle Met "Top Doctors"

Board Certification

Board Certified in Internal Medicine

Experience

Karen Kim, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician and has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Kim sees adult patients, aged 18 to 100+ years old, with a wide range of medical problems, both acute and chronic as well as general preventative care.

Clinical Expertise

Internal medicine

Philosophy of Care

I chose internal medicine as my field of practice because I love the variety of medical conditions that I can treat. I also enjoy getting to know my patients on a personal level.
I am also an ally to our LGBTQ+ community. I provide a safe, inclusive environment where all patients from all backgrounds can discuss their individual health care needs with confidence.

Experience

Year began practicing: 2003

Medical School

New York Medical College | Valhalla, NY

Residency

University of California Irvine (internal medicine) | Orange, CA

Reviews

5.0
May 02, 2026
Dr Kim will address any concerns you may have and explain all of your options
5.0
April 28, 2026
I am a 77-year-old patient, and I feel very fortunate to have Dr. Karen Kim as my primary physician. She is incredibly kind, patient, and always takes the time to explain things in a way that is easy for me to understand. Her bedside manner is excellent, and she consistently makes me feel comfortable and well cared for.Dr. Kim is extremely helpful and attentive, and I truly appreciate the level of care she provides. She is also the primary physician for my wife, and we both have great confidence in her. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a compassionate and knowledgeable doctor.
5.0
April 10, 2026
Dr. Kim is an excellent physician
5.0
April 09, 2026
Dr Kim is wonderful.
5.0
March 28, 2026
Great experience and Great Doctor
5.0
March 18, 2026
Dr Kim is my favorite physician ever.
5.0
March 08, 2026
Dr. Kim listened to the issues of using certain medications, validated my concerns and quick to try something new.
5.0
February 14, 2026
I trust her totally.
5.0
February 06, 2026
I really like and trust Dr Karen Kim. I have recommended her to several people. She is always attentive and supportive and helpful with any questions I have.
5.0
February 04, 2026
Very pleased with whole experience.
5.0
January 28, 2026
Dr Kim explained things to me that I hadn't known before and which are very helpful. Very impressive doctor.
4.94
January 23, 2026
Dr. Kim was thorough, knowledgeable, and listened well to my concerns.
3.87
January 18, 2026
This was an appointment to establish care. Felt we thoroughly went over family history etc. Felt we could have discussed my current health more.
5.0
January 17, 2026
Dr. Kim is open to my questions and listens to my concerns and thoughts of my body and especially my mental state from losing my husband. Thank you Dr. Kim.
5.0
January 15, 2026
Dr. Kim's diligence saved my wife's life by helping identify a cancer early enough for effective treatment. And Dr. Kim is always mindful about how that diagnosis affects my mental health. She works in tandem wirh my psychiatrist to help me find the right medication and supplements, and she is always willing to explore my own ideas and questions about tests or treatments. She is the finest primary care doctor I've ever had.
5.0
January 08, 2026
Excellent Doctor
5.0
November 29, 2025
Dr. Kim has been an incredible comfort since the very first day I met her. She's always approachable, takes the time to provide thorough information, and never makes me feel uncomfortable or judged. She consistently collaborates with me on my medical decisions, and I truly appreciate her compassionate care. I couldn't recommend her more highly.
5.0
November 28, 2025
Dr. Kim is an excellent provider
5.0
November 13, 2025
Dr. Kim is great! I am so happy to have found her. She has been proactive in my care and I feel her personality fits well with mine.
5.0
October 24, 2025
Always great
5.0
October 04, 2025
Another all good!!
5.0
September 19, 2025
Very good experience
5.0
September 04, 2025
Excellent comprehensive care.
5.0
August 21, 2025
DR. KIM IS VERY GREAT; WIFE AND I BOTH GO TO HER. NONE BETTER!!!
5.0
August 09, 2025
Dr Kim removes my fear of doctors and makes our discussions both informative and casual.
5.0
July 12, 2025
Dr. Karen Kim was excellent in every way. I appreciated her experience and bedside manner as she was "real" with great insight and explanations. She addressed all my questions and exceeded my expectations.
5.0
July 04, 2025
I'm very happy I found another great Doctor Kim.
5.0
June 04, 2025
Dr. Kim is very knowledgeable and discerning. She listened carefully, per usual , and explained my treatment plan going forward. It was a gratifying visit.
1.69
May 21, 2025
I hope you can find a experienced, warm, considerate primany doctor.
4.71
May 15, 2025
Dr Kim explains the condition/issue and next steps in a way that makes It easy to understand
5.0
May 15, 2025
Dr Kim is a wonderful doctor
5.0
May 06, 2025
Dr. Kim is very thorough and a great listener. She is very kind and helpful !!!!
5.0
May 03, 2025
Very easy to talk to and understand. Enjoy learning from her and appreciate her knowledge.
5.0
April 17, 2025
Doctor Kim is new to me and I already love her.
5.0
April 11, 2025
I feel that Dr Kim and I work as a team to manage my health I feel she is working hard to manage my health
5.0
April 09, 2025
Dr.'Kim is always very thorough. I feel comfortable sharing my health concerns with her.
5.0
April 08, 2025
Dr Kim discussed ozempic as an effective drug in lowering my A1C. After answering my questions, we agreed to give it a try with a controlled program.
5.0
February 15, 2025
Dr Kim is great.
5.0
January 10, 2025
Conversation went well, I received the information I needed. No questions were left unanswered.
5.0
December 02, 2024
Dr. Kim is amazing!
5.0
November 13, 2024
Dr. Kim was on board with my changes to my dietary regime and eating schedule which has enabled me to give up my statin, diuretic and a blood pressure prescription.
5.0
November 11, 2024
Dr. Kim is wonderful. She is very personable and caring. She listens to my (and my husband's) concerns with patience and understanding, and always answers them. We are so glad that we found her after our previous GP retired.