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Dr. Julie Kim, MD

Dr. Julie Kim, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Julie Kim, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Elmhurst, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO / SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH in 1992. She is affiliated with Elmhurst Hospital-Main Campus. She is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 38 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (38 reviews)

Practice

1200 S York St Ste 2000 Elmhurst, IL 60126

Dr. Kim is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Kim's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kim

3.6
38 ratings, 23 with a written review
5 star
63%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
32%
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Absolutely wonderful, highly recommend Dr.Kim!
I was referred to Dr. Kim by (PCP).. myself ,being a nervous patient , upon meeting Dr.Kim , she put me right at ease. She is incredibly knowledgeable and explains everything (in regards to your situation ) so well. She is smart and passionate about being an OB/GYN .Her knowledge and expertise is so apparent, patients are left feeling extremely confident in her . If you are in need of this type of pysician , Dr. Kim absolutely surpasses others by far!! I cant say enough positive things to fully describe what a wonderful physician she is. From her knowledge, expertise, compassion and dedication , just amazing. I had a medical procedure done by her … she anticiçated the exact outcome, even prior to the results coming in . She isnt just another Dr. , she is compassionate and cares for her patients . Takes the time to explain in detail , as well answer any questions you may have. I’ve already referred many others to her :) Shes a definite 5 star , all the way! Thank you , Dr.kim
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Susan W. ( recent patient) – Apr 11, 2023
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Do not recommend
Went in for new patient visit and exam. Found her to be Very judgmental without actually asking questions or verifying information and was belittling. Have never been so uncomfortable with a doctor visit ever. Will not be returning and do not recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 02, 2022
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She's Terrific!
Dr. Kim is super nice! Gentle and explains everything to my adult daughter who is on the high-functioning end of the spectrum (Autism). She is VERY conscientious as she demonstrated to me when my wife was hospitalized several years ago. She was online, checking hospital activity on a Sunday morning and saw that my wife was currently having a surgical procedure and was under anesthesia. She had planned a procedure also that would require a general anesthetic and called Elmhurst Hospital to alert them that she was coming in (again, this is early on a SUNDAY) to do the procedure and save my wife an additional general anesthetic event. She's the definition of "conscientious dedication".
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Patrick Ryan – Jul 30, 2022
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Absolutely HORRIBLE. Do not recommend. Truly shocked at how terrible this experience is with Dr. Kim. I kindly refused cervical exams as they do nothing but tell you how dilated you are... she literally said “no you have to that’s how we practice here” ? And then proceeded to say “you can discuss that with the Dr. you see when you come in for your exams” I then asked for clarification on what a Group B test entails and she said word for word “it’s a culture group B test” and kept repeating it as if I was too incompetent to know what exactly that is. Overall she has the worst bed side manner and is just extremely rude and belittling. She is the reason I am transferring practices at 35 WEEKS and made me want to leave in tears.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Feb 27, 2022
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I have been with Dr Kim for many years and absolutely love her! She is thorough, takes her time, listens and is caring to her patients. She is hard to schedule appointments with, usually 3 months out but well worth the wait.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Wendy – Dec 02, 2021
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Dr Kim is a excellent Dr. She has helped me so much with all my discomfort and walked me through what I needed to do to stay healthy with my female issues.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 23, 2021
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I do not recommend Dr. Kim. I would first like to start off by saying I am carrying my first child and I am very “new” to pregnancy and how things go. Every time I asked her a question, at my appointment, she rolled her eyes and would respond to my questions in a nonchalant manner. I asked her one question and one of her responses were I “it’s common sense.” NOTHING is common sense to a first time mother. Secondly my appointment was rushed and not informative at all. She didn’t make me feel comfortable. Dr. Kim made me want to change the hospital I would like to deliver my child at based off of my one appointment with her. If there is any way I can skip her in rotation it would be greatly appreciated. I am disgusted with my first appointment. The nurses were very nice and informative. I would have expected the same or better from the doctor. I hope this review finds you well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Tashika Thurmond – Sep 08, 2021
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Dr. Kim is very professional and answered all my questions. I highly recommend Dr. Kim.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 21, 2021
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Dr. Kim is friendly, knowledgeable and a great listener.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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GK – Jun 17, 2021
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I delivered my son by her. She’s very professional and kind. I highly recommend her!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 08, 2021
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Dr. Kim took her time and answered my questions throughly. She was pleasant and listened.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Rene – Feb 06, 2021
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Very professional and kind
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 16, 2021
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Poor bedside manner!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
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Nov 12, 2020
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Dr. Kim is very thorough. She is compassionate and truly cares about her patients’ health.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 16, 2020
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Dr. Kim was extremely knowledgeable and professional. She is easy to talk to and answered all of my questions. Her staff was very nice also.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Georgia – Feb 27, 2020
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Have seen her for years. Very professional and answers all of my questions. I would recommend her to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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JA – Jan 16, 2020
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I have seen Dr. Kim a few times. She is a true professional. Dr. Kim is knowledgeable and efficient and takes the time to address your concerns.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Doreen – Oct 11, 2019
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Dr. Kim is a very nice, professional, and patient doctor. She respectfully tended to the needs and concerns during my visits. I feel supported safe and trusted in her care. I wish I could have her as a permenant OB Doctor. However, elmhurst clinic have a team of OB Doctors and it’s required to see them all. Some doctors at elmhurst clinic are very rude and disrespectful but she is the best OB Doctor thus far.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 03, 2018
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Dr. Kim delivered my baby and she was a wonderful coaching me though the pushes. This was my second child and the baby was out in no time. During the prenatal visits I looked forward to her honest and direct answers to my questions, and she has a down to earth personality that always shows the lighter side of things.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lombard, IL – Mar 01, 2017
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Dr. Kim was supportive of my decision to deliver my baby via VBAC and performed the procedure when the day came. She is a numbers driven person, sometimes she may not come across too personal, but rest assured that she is paying attention to your chart and your history. During the delivery she was attentive to both my baby's and my vitals and explaining the progress and her opinion on that progress every step of the way. I thank Dr. Kim for her support and performing a successful VBAC!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Villa Park, IL – Dec 28, 2016
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biography

Dr. Julie Kim, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Elmhurst, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO / SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH in 1992. She is affiliated with Elmhurst Hospital-Main Campus. She is accepting new patients.
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • University Of Wisconsin-madison

    Residency Hospital, 1996
  • University Of Illinois At Chicago / School Of Public Health

    Medical School, 1992
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Dr. Kim is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Elmhurst Center For Health-Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery1200 S York St Ste 2000 Elmhurst, IL 60126
    1
    Office4201 Winfield Rd Fl 4 Warrenville, IL 60555
    2

    Practice

    Office130 S Main St Ste 302 Lombard, IL 60148
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Elmhurst Hospital-Main Campus

      155 E Brush Hill Rd
      Elmhurst, IL 60126
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

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