Dr. Boo K Kim MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
8921 Shady Grove Ct Gaithersburg MD, 20877About
Dr. Boo Kim is a gastroenterologist practicing in Gaithersburg, MD. Dr. Kim specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Kim performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Seoul Natl Univ- Coll Of Med- Chongno-Ku- Seoul- So Korea 1958
Seoul National University College of Medicine 1958
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