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Dr. Karen Kim, MD

Dr. Karen Kim, MD

Dermatology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Karen Kim, MD is a dermatologist in Chestnut Hill, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kim has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. She graduated from Brown University Alpert Medical School in 1999. She is affiliated with medical facilities Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

1244 Boylston St Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Telehealth available
(617) 731-1600

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kim specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Kim's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kim

3.8

15 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
27%
27%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 26, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Feb 17, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
KP_Boston – Oct 24, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
SH – Dec 11, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Patient M in Boston, MA – Mar 22, 2017
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Joy in South Portland, ME – Aug 22, 2016
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Keon in Boston, MA – May 17, 2016
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What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
unanimous in unanimous – Mar 16, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Chestnut Hill, MA – Mar 16, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Karen Kim, MD is a dermatologist in Chestnut Hill, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kim has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. She graduated from Brown University Alpert Medical School in 1999. She...read more

  • Dermatology

  • Cosmetic Dermatology

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  • Laser & Skin Surg Center Of Ny

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Suny Downstate Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    Internship Hospital

  • Brown University Alpert Medical School

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

V-Care Pharmacy of Chestnut Hill1244 Boylston St Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Ave
    Boston, MA 02215
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham

    148 Chestnut St
    Needham, MA 02492

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

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

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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