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Dr. Leo Kim, MD

Dr. Leo Kim, MD

Ophthalmology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Leo Kim, MD is an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Yale School of Medicine in 2005. He is affiliated with Brigham and Women's Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

243 Charles St Boston, MA 02114
(617) 391-5896

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kim specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • 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

4.7

28 ratings, 22 with a written review
5 Star
89%
89%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
7%
7%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
David Marino – Nov 22, 2024
Dr. Kim's Reply –
That is quite a testimonial, David. Thank you!
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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
Helpful
Jun 06, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your...Read More
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 02, 2024
Dr. Kim's Reply –
Thank you for sharing your feedback.
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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
Helpful
May 12, 2023
Dr. Kim's Reply –
Thank you for sharing your positive experience!
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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
Helpful
Dec 18, 2022
We are happy to hear that you are satisfied with...Read More
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Jeff C – Aug 16, 2022
Hi Jeff, thank you so much for your positive...Read More
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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
Helpful
Chong Li – Jul 05, 2022
Hi Chong, thank you for the outstanding review of...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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David – Jun 07, 2022
Hi David, thank you for taking the time to share...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Dec 13, 2021
Dr. Kim's Reply –
Thank you so much for your positive comments!
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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
Helpful
Cheryl D – Dec 07, 2021
Hi Cheryl, thank you for taking the time to post...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Sep 14, 2021
We are happy to hear that you are satisfied with...Read More
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Leo Kim, MD?
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
Helpful
Richard Hayes – Jun 19, 2021
Hi Richard, thank you for taking the time to...Read More
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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
Helpful
RICK CORRIVEAU – May 08, 2021
Hi Rick, your kind words and high rating mean a...Read More
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Apr 19, 2021
We are sorry to hear about your experience. At...Read More
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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
Helpful
Steve – Mar 18, 2021
Hi Steve, thank you so much for the positive...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mar 08, 2021
Thank you for your kind words about Dr. Kim and...Read More
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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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Sean – Dec 29, 2020
Hi Sean, thank you for sharing this great review...Read More
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
Helpful
Nov 06, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to recommend Dr....Read More
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Steven M. Stroum – Aug 07, 2020
Hi Steven M. Stroum, thank you so much for your...Read More
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 20, 2020
We're glad you had such a wonderful experience...Read More
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Ivana Kim is a fellowship-trained retina specialist at Mass. Eye and Ear, providing eye treatment for retinal disease, such as macular degeneration.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Usc

    Fellowship Hospital, 2011

  • Harbor-ucla Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2006

  • Yale School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Massachusetts Eye and Ear243 Charles St Boston, MA 02114
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Practice

Mass Eye and Ear (Plainville)30 Man Mar Dr Ste 2 Plainville, MA 02762
2

Practice

Office1 Montvale Ave Ste 502 Stoneham, MA 02180
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    75 Francis St
    Boston, MA 02115
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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