Dr. James Kim

Chosen as one of San Diego's top three doctors in Cardiology.

Dr. James Kim is an experienced and caring cardiologist focused on your heart’s well-being. He’s board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease, bringing deep knowledge to every patient. Dr. Kim explains things clearly, helping you understand your heart’s condition and the best steps forward, whether it’s preventing issues, managing ongoing conditions like high blood pressure, or exploring advanced treatments. Patients often say he’s thorough, easy to talk to, and truly committed to helping them live healthier, more active lives.

(619) 434-4288

1415 E 8th St, Suite 105, National City, CA, 91950

Awards & Certifications:

  • Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in Internal Medicine
  • Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in Cardiovascular Diseases
  • Certified by the National Board of Echocardiography
  • Multiple time recipient of the Sharp Guardian Angel Award

Education & Training:

– Loyola University, Stritch School of Medicine, MD – University of Chicago Medical Center, Internal Medicine Internship – University of Chicago Medical Center, Internal Medicine Residency – University of California, San Diego, Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship

Why did we choose Dr. James Kim as one of our Top Doctors?

Top3Doctors.com selected Dr. James Kim as a top cardiologist in San Diego because of his board certifications, strong training, and clear way of explaining care. He earned his MD from Loyola University’s Stritch School of Medicine. His internship and residency in internal medicine were at the University of Chicago Medical Center. Next came a fellowship in Cardiovascular Medicine at UC San Diego. Dr. Kim is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, and echocardiography. He has also received the Sharp Guardian Angel Award.

What sets Dr. Kim apart is how easy he is to talk to. At James Kim Cardiology, he helps people understand their heart and the best next steps. Some patients come to him to prevent problems. Others need help managing ongoing issues like high blood pressure or want to explore advanced treatments. His goal is to help people live healthier, more active lives. For these reasons, Top3Doctors.com proudly names Dr. James Kim among the top three cardiologists in San Diego.

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