Dr. Bill Hoon Kim MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
11480 Brookshire Ave 200 Downey CA, 90241About
Dr. Bill Kim is a gastroenterologist in Downey, California and is affiliated with Downey Regional Medical Center. He received his medical degree from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and ...
Education and Training
Univ Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1984
University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com 1984
University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine 1984
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 1984
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
Fellowships
- U.C.L.A. Medical Center 1989
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