Dr. Jean Ok Kim M.D.
Infectious Disease Specialist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Infectious Diseases
200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City IA, 52242About
Dr. Jean Kim is a pediatric infectious disease specialist practicing in Iowa City, IA. Dr. Kim specializes in recurring or persistent diseases caused by bacteria, parasites or fungus in infants, children and adolescents. Pediatric infectious disease specialists also provide consultation to other health care professionals dealing with complex cases.
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Infection control issues for the pediatric office.
- Multidrug-resistant organisms in general pediatrics.
- Candida dubliniensis infections in a pediatric population: retrospective identification from clinical laboratory isolates of Candida albicans.
- Cat scratch disease presenting as orbital abscess and osteomyelitis.
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