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Stephen J. Kim MD

Professor of Ophthalmology
Insurance Plans Accepted

Areas of Expertise

  • Adult Ocular Tumor
  • Detached Retina
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmology
  • Uveitis

Conditions and Treatments

Locations

Vanderbilt Eye Institute
2311 Pierce Avenue
Nashville, TN 37232
Vanderbilt Eye Institute Downing McPeak
1403 Andrea St
Bowling Green, KY 42104
Vanderbilt Eye Institute Franklin
4601 Carothers Parkway, Suite 450
Franklin, TN 37067
Vanderbilt Eye Institute Goodlettsville Loden
520 Rivergate Parkway
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Vanderbilt Eye Institute Graves Gilbert
484 Golden Autumn Way, Suite 201
Bowling Green, KY 42103

Services

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - Johns Hopkins University, 2001
  • Internship - Mercy Medical Center, 2002
  • Residency - Johns Hopkins Hospital and Health System, 2005
  • Fellowship - Johns Hopkins Hospital and Health System, 2006
  • Fellowship - Emory University, 2008

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology - American Board of Ophthalmology, 2007

Patient Comments

Patient Comments are gathered from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey and displayed in full. Patients are not identified in order to respect patient privacy.
Good
September 22, 2026
Both Dr. Kim and his assistant were very helpful, friendly and courteous during the exam. The staff was very good and I was seen promptly, other medical offices should function and operate like this. I'm very pleased.
September 21, 2026
Dr.Stephen Kim was the best. Best dr I've seen in awhile. Took his time to answer any questions or concerns we had. I would highly recommend him
September 18, 2026
I have recommended Dr Kim to several people and they were well pleased.
September 17, 2026
Dr. Kim is amazing! I highly recommend him to others in need of eye care. Best In Class!!
September 17, 2026
Dr Kim is knowledgeable, professional and confident in his craft
September 17, 2026
Dr. Kim is always kind, thorough and patient. Answers my questions and doesn't rush me. I trust his expertise.
September 12, 2026
All aspects of this process were excellent
September 11, 2026
Dr. Kim has been great about what was going on with my right eye! He explained what caused this, and also about the doctor that developed this process for repair! I am so thankful for Dr. Kim!
August 29, 2026