
Shane C Kim, MD
Specialist
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My Specialties:
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Board-certified -
My Areas of Focus:
Body Contouring, Botox, Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift, Brow Lifts, Cosmetic Facial Surgery, Cosmetic Medicine, Face Lift, Facial Rejuvination, Hand Surgery, Juvederm, Liposuction, Microvascular Breast Reconstruction (DIEP flaps), Microvascular reconstruction, Restalyne, Tummy Tucks/Abdominoplasty -
Gender:
Male
PATIENT RATING: 4.7 OUT OF 5 ( 159 RATINGS & 73 COMMENTS)
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Legacy Medical Group–Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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2222 NW Lovejoy Ave., Suite 304
Medical Office Building 1, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center campus
Portland, OR 97210-5100 - 503-413-4992
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About Me:
I am a plastic and reconstructive surgeon who specializes in all forms of cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. I am one of the few plastic surgeons in Oregon who performs DIEP flaps for breast cancer reconstruction and an emphasis in reconstructive microsurgery. In addition, I also specialize in hand surgery and conditions of the hand. Hobbies include: Traveling, Hiking, Music
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Genuine
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Actively listened and helped come up with a plan that was best for me.
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Seemed to favor surgery as opposed to injectable solution
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Dr. Kim is an excellent surgeon. He explained very clearly how the operation was carried out. His staff and assistants were VERY friendly, and comforting.
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I really enjoyed my visit w/Kim Shane, she was very courteous, kind.
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Wonderful folks to deal with.
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Dr Kim and his PA are both intelligent, friendly, and down to earth. I have confidence they are helping me make good decisions about my health. And the sense of humor is greatly appreciated!
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Dr. Kim fit me in even when his schedule was busting at the seams. He was personable, knowledgeable, and informed me sufficiently about my options with breast surgery.
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Shane Kim listens first, then gives concise, clear feedback and recommendations, all in a timely manner. He is very professional and focused on the client.
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Dr Kim explained in detail the procedure, after care and any possible complications that I may experience as a result of the procedure.
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Dr. Kim should answer the question about my diagnosis that I asked him a week ago. He also lied in the notes after my visit. My vitals were never checked, but show as being checked. Overall it was bad. Bad enough that I'm looking for a lawyer.
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My experience with Dr. Kim was positive and overall great. I appreciated that he recalled my last visit and the history of my concern and seemed to genuinely listen to me and talk with me about my medical options for care and treatment. Regretfully, my experience with the medical assistants during intake was consistently lacking. My perception was that they were just going through the motions and not listening or demonstrating care to me as the patient. I felt that they needed to get the task done of checking me in and taking my initial set of vitals and they weren't interested or empathetic to my experience as the patient. It was dismissive and unbecoming of my experience with other Legacy medical staff and providers that provided me with exceptional care, compassion, and a genuine feeling that they were listening and cared.
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Just love the way I'm treated when I come to the office I feel like they are family I will recommend them to anyone and an big thank you all for your caring love and support.
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Dr. Kim is a kind, thoughtful and skilled surgeon. I was grateful to be in his care.
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I was way early to my appointment and the receptionist opened the door for me so I could sit, she was very nice to me. The dr who was supposed to see me was going to be late, but his PA came and asked if it was ok if she did the procedure and I agreed. She was amazing and very helpful.
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My PCP referred me to Dr. Kim. Dr KIM is a SURGEON, so his focus is more narrow than what I was seeking. Dr. Kim had a habit of keeping his eyes closed, as if he was recalling information in his mind to convey to me, about half the time when he was speaking to me, which I found a bit unsettling. He referenced statistics and seems to be very knowledgeable but it felt like he was going over this same info w/ a patient for the millionth time. He could only offer me bone fusing (once my condition worsens) or shots for pain management. The written description of the X-ray test results were extremely technical and since I don't have a medical dictionary I will need to use google to decipher the terms. At that point I may be able to discern if I have any follow up Qs for the doctor about the X-ray results. I would like to learn what I can do to maintain or not harm the function in my hands and take the best care I can for them. Dr. Kim generally referenced my age, and I imagine osteoarthritis in women's hands must be an extremely common condition for him to see. I was not offended by the age reference, and I understand that joints wear out eventually, but would have GREATLY appreciated a referral to a hand therapist or occupational therapist.
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Dr Kim was attentive and knowledgeable. Did not hurry, but did not take excessive time.
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He was prompt, friendly and made me feel very comfortable
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Dr. Kim is always thorough in both the exam as well as explanation of diagnosis. Always very pleasant as is his staff
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Dr. Kim went out of his way to make sure I got the surgery I needed to help my wrist. With COVID it got cancelled many times. I will always be grateful.
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Dr.Kim was very quick but thorough. Had only stitches removed.
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This provider's office mgr incorrectly deployed a phone message that said the office was "closed due to inclement weather" when, in fact, their office was open on a two-hour delay. The message still said the same thing just forty-five minutes before my (re)scheduled appointment time. They were good about squeezing me in, the next afternoon, for which I'm very grateful, but it made the time with Dr. Kim feel very rushed-less than ten minutes. I was happy with, and confident in, his evaluation, though.
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I had crushed fingertips from an on the job injury and the urgent care providers were excellent. The hand specialist Dr. Shane Kim was very professional and informative.
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Doctor didn't listen my needs he just talk 5 minutes je spent with me I have lots of questions but ue didn't let me talk bad experience
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Dr. Kim Shane mentioned that he only thing left to help my wrist was surgery. He said I might need to change insurance because he had not had good results getting my current insurance to pay for surgery!
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Dr. Kim was knowledgeable, respectful, and put me at ease.
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Dr. Kim is great!
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While I choose not to use his services (breast reconstruction after mastectomy) I liked him very much and had I chosen reconstruction I would definitely have chosen him for my surgery.
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Excellent visit, would contact Dr Kim w any questions or concerns.
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I think Dr. Kim is more relaxed with me now post-surgery. His communication is more compassionate and that makes me more comfortable and confident about healing and moving forward.
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The medical assistant was also great. I cannot remember his name but he was very engaging and seemed to enjoy his job!
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Dr.'s MA was outstanding.
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Great service from Dr. Kim who was very personable and took the time to explain what he was doing; gave me options and did it with expertise. MA was also friendly and personable.
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It was a very comfortable visit. The staff were personable and efficient. Dr. Kim took time with me to remove stitches and to provide advisement about follow up care. Dr. Kim is very easy to talk to and my bilateral carpal tunnel procedure and recovery went very well.
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Great experience in surgery and in office visits. Very responsive.
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The MA was delightful.
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He was professional efficient informative and I look forward to continue working with him on my health care needs.
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Great visit
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Dr Kim schedule is full and I had to wait 3 weeks to see him. I called back to see if I could get in sooner and they did schedule me a few days sooner than my original appointment.
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I've always had great experiences w/Dr. Kim I feel very comfortable with him at all times.
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Was rude won't listen didn't even look at my hand. Went based on the previous doc. and didn't see if there are other test to do to figure out what is wrong with my wrist.
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Because of the need to wear a mask and the fast pace of his speech, I needed further comments a few times for clarification.
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Pleasant experience throughout.
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Dr. Kim was very friendly and approachable. He answered my questions thoroughly.
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Very good
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Dr. Kim is a plastic surgeon. He is very direct and does not waste time during appts. This appt was my final post-op for breast reduction surgery. I am pleased with the results, and Dr. Kim asked if I was having any problems, if my back and neck pain had been reduced and if I had other questions. I brought the scar medications I have been using for his input. After examining me, he discussed my scar meds and told me which ones were highly recommended. He took final pictures of my surgery, and addressed my concerns about the inflammation in the lower part of my breasts and a small area under one arm where a drain tube was attached. He explained that everything looked good, that I was healing as expected and the area under my arm could be fixed in a couple months in the office if it hadn't receded on its own. He explained that swelling can take up to 6 months to subside, which made me feel much better. He was very encouraging and wrote an inclusive note in My Health, reviewing our conversation and his findings. Patients should come prepared with questions to get the best results from their visits. Dr. Kim will listen and address each one. Do not be afraid to ask. I like Dr. Kim and have appreciated him throughout this process. If I have forgotten to ask something during an appointment, I message him through My Health, and he responds quickly, usually the same day, within hours. My only complaint about my visits is the timing of nurses taking blood pressure. A patient needs to have a least 5 minutes sitting in one place to get the most accurate reading. I have been to this office 4 times. Each time I felt rushed, and my BP showed it. In addition, different methods of taking BP were used. I took my BP at home after sitting and the systolic was 13 points lower. After I have been seated for several minutes, it is lower still. The BP device I use at home is the same manufacturer as the one in the office, but has Bluetooth connectivity, so I have a running total available on my phone. Being rushed to take vitals seems to be a common thing in doctor's offices, not just at Legacy. Especially with older patients, I think it's important for this process to take a few minutes longer in order for the patient to feel they are being respected and treated with care. Back to Dr. Kim...I would recommend him highly. He did an excellent job reducing the size of my breasts and answering my questions and concerns. I have a piece of my life back. I have less pain and feel better about myself. I am so happy I had this surgery! He gets a gold star. And I loved the Halloween decorations in the office!
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I appreciate Dr. Kim's professionalism & directiveness.
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Prompt, friendly, received injection for hand-working great
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Dr Kim was very helpful in all respects. This was the first time I had seen him and I thought he was great.
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Dr. Kim is very personable and very knowledgeable. I trust him completely. He listens and cares.
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Dr. Shane Kim is and always been absolutely outstanding.
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Had to wait 3 mos. for the appointment.
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Excellent experience. A plus: "nurse" spent lots of time on telephone getting me a taxi for return to home. It wasn't easy - she was very professional and pleasant full time.
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Provider & office prompt on seeing me and providing services.
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Dr. Kim is very knowledgeable about my condition. He talk to me about everything and made me feel great about having the surgery to repair my Carpal tunnel.
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Dr Kim explained the endoscopic carpal tunnel release very clearly. I was not aware of this procedure was somewhat relieved to learn about it. Now to just get on the schedule!
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Last visit was not useful Did not do anything except get my money
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Dr. Kim is an excellent provider. He provides information so that I can make an informed decision about my treatment plan. I have recommended Dr. Kim to my friends and coworkers. I am grateful for the excellent care Dr. Kim provides.
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When I got to my appointment, there was a fire drill in progress. It delayed everyone a bit.
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I had confidence in everything he said, felt like I was in good hands.
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Dr. Kim is an excellent provider, clinician, and listener. His PA usually does trigger finger treatment, but he did mine this time - and honestly, it's a bit below his pay grade. Yet he treated me like I was his only concern of the morning. He also saw my son four years ago, without an appointment, for a traumatic hand injury. I called his office for this favor (I used to work at LGS with Dr Kim). They got us in that day, and it was the bright spot of a horrible event. I am forever gratefully to Dr Kim and his staff.
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Dr. Kim is the whole package. His peers highly recommend him as a surgeon. He always took time to explain procedures and processes to me. My questions/concerned were always addressed. His compassion and caring is genuine. I felt very fortunate to be in his care. Legacy Health is lucky to have him on their team.
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Focused, to the point, detailed, easy to understand.
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Dr. Kim provided professional and courteous care. He listened when I asked him questions about a treatment plan and offered me guidance on my questions to help me make the right choice. As a suggestion for improvement, I felt that the intake and service provided by the first medical assistant did not meet Legacy Health standards. I don't fault her for struggling to pronounce my name but she didn't even try. When we entered the patient care room, she started to take a set of vitals and didn't explain at all what she was doing. She approached my right arm to take my blood pressure, paused with the pulse ox finger meter, and didn't request or instruct that she needed my left finger to apply the pulse ox. She then asked me about my medications, skipped asking about my prescribed maintenance medication, and asked about the supplements and vitamins. She then asked if I was still taking insulin and when I responded that I have never taken insulin and stated my concern that it was in my chart, she didn't respond. I asked her again how that could have been entered into my chart and for a second time, I did not receive a response. I then stated that I am still taking the prescribed medication noted in my chart that she skipped and she answered, "Ok.". She then left the room. A second medical assistant or nurse entered the room shortly afterward and was very pleasant and professional. She explained who she was, informed me that the doctor was running a little behind, apologized for the delay, and offered me water. She then followed up with me two more times to check on me and offer to replenish my water. Her professionalism, bedside manner, and communication were fantastic and she should be commended for it. I understand that taking a set of vitals and intake can be routine but that is a short-sided perspective from the point of the view of the care provider and the patient shouldn't be treated less than professional and courteously with each encounter. Overall, my visit was fine and I had a good experience. I hope my feedback is received as a constructive suggestion and that my overall confidence in my care and trust in Legacy is unshaken and solid. Thank you for the chance to provided feedback.
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Excellent experience.
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I am seeing Dr. Kim for breast reduction surgery. He has given me the info about what to expect, but I always have more questions after I leave...even though I bring notes. He saw that I a written list of questions and made sure to address those before anything else during the visit. I have worked in healthcare, so I understand that doctors often have limited time to spend with each patient. I read other reviews of this provider and don't quite understand what happened with those who were very negative. My primary concern is that he do a good job with my surgery. He was cordial and answered every question I asked. I did not feel dismissed or disrespected.
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I love me a mr. Dr. Kim! He is very thorough.he doesnt waste time yet he doesnt make u feel like ur just a # that goes in n goes out. He is happy and friendly and has an extremely sweet bedside manner...yet, he let's u kno wat u should and SHOULD NOT be doing. He makes a great dr. He really knew what his calling was. Mind you...I detest and fear anything that even looks, smells, sounds or is even related to any kind of dr. So he is like a breath of fresh air to me. He is very empathetic to my pain n that is extremely rare. All of the staff members were delightfully friendly and made me feel like they cared and were very attentive and made me feel happy n secure. Like people who would b my friends.
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Thank you for all you do !
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Good visit. I would like to know why Dr. Kim does not have an assistant anymore. Why is she not there
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He was efficient
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Dr. Kim is so great. He knows exactly what I want because he listens to me and he also tells me exactly what can and cannot be done so the expectations on both sides are the same. I appreciate that very much.
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This was my 3rd visit with Dr Kim plus he performed my carpal tunnel surgery. He is very polite, engaged in who I am and knowledgeable. I'm very happy with his demeanor and professionalism.
Dr. Kim is an excellent communicator, responsive and compassionate. Five stars!