Dr. Sung Wun Kim MD
Surgeon
675 W North Ave Suite 408 Melrose Park IL, 60160About
Dr. Sung Kim is a general surgeon practicing in Melrose Park, IL. 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
Seoul Natl Univ- Coll Of Med- Chongno-Ku- Seoul- So Korea 1978
Board Certification
PathologyAmerican Board of PathologyABP
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