Dr. Johnny Kim M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
6650 Alton Pkwy Mob 2, Division Of P Irvine CA, 92618About
Dr. Johnny Kim practices Pulmonology in Irvine, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Kim manages patients who need life support and mechanical ventilation, and is specially trained in diseases and conditions of the chest, particularly pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema, and complicated chest infections.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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