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Dr. Cholwoo Anthony Kim M.D.
Surgeon
1519 3rd St Se Suite 230 Puyallup WA, 98372About
Dr. Cholwoo Kim is a general surgeon practicing in Puyallup, WA. Dr. Kim specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Kim provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
Univ of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch of Med, Chapel Hill Nc 1993
Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL 1993
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
Dr. Cholwoo Anthony Kim M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 1519 3rd St Se Suite 230
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