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Dr. Paul Kim, MD
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Dr. Paul Kim is an internist practicing in White Plains, NY. Dr. Kim specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Kim provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
33 years
Experience
Dr. Paul Kim, MD
- White Plains, NY
- Columbia University
- Accepting new patients
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What happened to me?
Hi, that can feel terrible you should have a workup call your doctor sounds like it was a vasovagal type of syncope that needs a few tests.
Does hip arthritis require hip replacement?
Hey, the indication for joint replacement is pain if your arthritis is well managed you may not need one but yes end of the road may be a joint replacement surgery which has gotten READ MORE
Hey, the indication for joint replacement is pain if your arthritis is well managed you may not need one but yes end of the road may be a joint replacement surgery which has gotten really good.
Do breastfeeding moms need vitamins?
To make milk need to stay well hydrated only but most women postpartum are a bit anemic you should continue to take your prenatal vitamin.
What does spleen: no splenomegaly mean?
Looks like someone answered spleen is not enlarged which means normal.
COVID related?
If you have been well for past 5 days and without exposure very likely ok and use a mask that will help also
How long can a hemorrhoid lump last?
It turns into a small skin tag like bump can last for years
How long do you need to go gluten free to notice a difference?
It can take a couple days to start to feel less bloating, but the true test is to keep up for two to three months to make sure.
What is the best exercise for the heart?
Hi make sure your blood pressure and cholesterol are under good control. If you are able to, try stationary bike make sure get your heart rate up and use training videos if you READ MORE
Hi make sure your blood pressure and cholesterol are under good control. If you are able to, try stationary bike make sure get your heart rate up and use training videos if you can interval bike ride is great for your heart health and less stress on your joints have fun
Do you have sweet smelling urine if you have diabetes?
Hi,
You should ask your endocrinologist for a urine dip stick. This can help you check your glucose to better manage your diabetes.
You should ask your endocrinologist for a urine dip stick. This can help you check your glucose to better manage your diabetes.
What are the side effects of having your gallbladder removed?
Usually none, but sometimes people get diarrhea from bile induced. It usually gets better. See a GI doctor, there is a medicine to help for that.
Can you straighten a curved spine?
See an orthopedic and rehab doctor. You can get braces that will help, but it takes years.
How do you test for nerve damage?
Hi,
A neurologist can see you and do an EMG test for that.
A neurologist can see you and do an EMG test for that.
What causes someone to get fluid in their lung?
You should really see a pulmonologist that’s not normal
Is coronary artery disease curable?
No magic, but can lower the plaque burden for further damage in the future so your doctor team can treat with medicines to lower your overall cardiac risks.
What is the best treatment for high blood pressure?
There are many medicines available now. It's very important to treat you as a whole person, your bp, cholesterol, glucose, weight, exercise, diet, etc.
Is it safe to get a tetanus and shingles booster at the same time?
Why not spread them out few weeks if you have time and consider getting Covid vaccine first before all the others
How does having diabetes affect your vision long-term?
Hi,
If you keep your diabetes under good control with your team of doctors, your vision can be okay for long term. You need your primary care doctor, an endocrinologist and READ MORE
Hi,
If you keep your diabetes under good control with your team of doctors, your vision can be okay for long term. You need your primary care doctor, an endocrinologist and an ophthalmologist to guide you in this long journey.
Take good care.
If you keep your diabetes under good control with your team of doctors, your vision can be okay for long term. You need your primary care doctor, an endocrinologist and an ophthalmologist to guide you in this long journey.
Take good care.
