Dong H Kim

Dr Kim uncomfortably kissed me on the cheek after telling me that I'm a candidate for surgery. (I have since read that he was let go from a previous employer for improper conduct towards a female coworker.) I have been left with more pain and health issues post surgery. When my symptoms increased after surgery, I was sent for psychiatric testing instead of to a POTS specialist when I was showing symptoms. His surgery has helped some people, but has also made things worse for others. I recommend ruling out other causes of chronic pain with a rheumatologist before surgery. Had my hEDS been diagnosed before surgery, it would have allowed for a more realistic conversation about risks of surgery (they're different for hEDS patients) and chances of surgery helping.

He has taken care of my sister for 13 years. He is always there to help solve problems

Dr. Dong Kim is the best doctor! He performed surgery on my sister in 2009. Throughout the years he has ALWAYS been there for her. He continues to show his care for her and her well-being. I know I can contact him and get help. Is compassion is something I rely on. As my sister says, He is a good man.”

There are not enough stars in the world to give to Dr.Kim! He gave me my husband back and saved his life! My husband had a tumor in his pineal gland that was causing seizures, vision disturbances, vision loss, Jacksonian tremors, facial numbness and tingling, loss of right side use of hand/ arm & leg off and on, ice pick extreme headaches, constant pressure in his head, dizziness, and so many other weird symptoms that every other doctor we went to said there was nothing they could do and that it was just stress related ???? and could not possibly be coming from the tumor in the center of his brain in his pineal gland. We even went to Mayo Clinic and they were no help at all. We left feeling totally discouraged and at the end of our rope until we found Dr.Kim. He knew what this type of tumor could do and he was one of very few with the skill set to take out that tumor and cause the least amount of damage possible. Two years later and my husband is fully back to himself! Recovering from a surgery like that does take time, but we would do it all again without hesitation and would trust Dr.Kim 1000 times over. Thank you, thank you! There are not enough stars in the world to give to Dr.Kim! He gave me my husband back and saved his life! My husband had a tumor in his pineal gland that was causing seizures, vision disturbances, vision loss, Jacksonian tremors, facial … More

Anyone knows about Dr. Kim is not longer performing surgeries?

I called in for an appointment with Dr. Kim, at the beginning of December because I was diagnosed with Chiari Malformation I in 2019 and my headaches are continuing to get worse along with other symptoms. His assistant Mercedes told me I had to have a New MRI of the Brain with & Without contrast on 3T settings, which I did & spent $500 doing it, then I waited 2 weeks for her or Stephanie (the PA) to call me back, and they never did. I called several more times, only for Mercedes to call me back TODAY (over a month later) to tell me Dr. Kim is NOT accepting new patients at this time, she thought is was funny as she told me in a nice nasty way, I DO NOT believe that is true, I believe because she has done such a horrible job getting me in along with having me the patient jump through hoops getting what she asked for that, she does not want me to see Dr. Kim and let him know what has gone on, I think Mercedes is making decisions for the doctor that she has no right nor the medical knowledge to do. Dr. Kim is going to continue to receive terrible reviews because of his staff. I plan to call the administration over Hermann Memorial hospital to let them know what has transpired. I no longer desire to seek help from Dr. Kim BECAUSE OF his staff, I can't trust that I will receive the proper care. I called in for an appointment with Dr. Kim, at the beginning of December because I was diagnosed with Chiari Malformation I in 2019 and my headaches are continuing to get worse along with other symptoms. His assistant Mercedes told me I … More

Dr. Kim is a very caring and compassionate doctor. He is the best in specializing in Pineal cysts and did a awesome job with my surgery. However, after my second surgery when I began to have major complications his nursing staff completely disappointed me and let me down. I live 3 hours away and was instructed to drive back there for some tests and then drive 3 hours back only to have his staff call me 2 days later about results and put me on a medication that he was never aware of. There was not even a note made for him to even be informed of anything and I never was able to speak with him about any of it to let him know what had been going on. I was told by his nursing staff that I needed to follow up with my PCP that did not have a clue about my surgery or neurosurgery in general. There are still a lot of things I’ve had to do my own research on to find treatments for the after effects. Awesome doctor, piss poor nursing staff!

He and his team did an amazing job at removing my pineal cyst and giving me my life back. However I only had it for a moment, as due to poor nursing I sustained a brain injury just moments after my surgery. The hospital deny’s it, Kim Denys it everyone Denys it happened. But it did. I never thought this would happen to me but it did, and if it happened to me it can happen to you. I’m 27 in great shape and was a prime candidate for surgery. 10/10 Kim 1/10 his nursing staff

The most careless and dismissive Doctor (Dong Kim) I've ever seen. I had an important surgical appointment with him today. As every patient feels nervous and is wondering to ask some questions like what will happen if I do this surgery? how much is the chance of surgery failure? how long will it take to get recovered? so on and so forth. I was also one of those patients that I had the right to ask him that kinda questions, but he skipped them and straight went to the report he had received. He was such a rude doctor. He didn't have a doctor's attitudes. Good Doctors always care about their patients's feelings, but Dr. Dong Kim is someone who hurts your feelings instead of healing. I was feeling extremely uncomfortable when I was with him. So stay away from this rude Doctor. Careless doctors are dangerous for their patients. The most careless and dismissive Doctor (Dong Kim) I've ever seen. I had an important surgical appointment with him today. As every patient feels nervous and is wondering to ask some questions like what will happen if I do this surgery? how … More

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Dr. Kim is one of the best doctors I've ever been to. I had a brain tumor and he has a fantastic bed side manor. The surgery went better than expected. He's the best.

Dr. Kim I don't know if you remember me or not my name is Linda White I came to you back in 2011 I had a brain tumor I'm doing just fine today just want to thank you for everything you did for me you saved my life I would recommend anyone to you you're one doctor that I can't forget I wish you well and everything that you do and God bless you and I still thank you for every morning then I wake up and that I am still here my family thanks very highly of you and we are all thankful.. God bless you dr. Kim forever and ever Dr. Kim I don't know if you remember me or not my name is Linda White I came to you back in 2011 I had a brain tumor I'm doing just fine today just want to thank you for everything you did for me you saved my life I would recommend anyone … More

Dr. Kim is the best neurosurgeon in the country! He is one of the only doctor's to remove pineal gland tumors and cysts. He gave me back my life! What an amazing surgeon and his staff is the best! Even 2 years later I can call when I have questions and they remember me! I'd recommend him to anyone who has any surgical neurological issue! Dr. Kim is the best neurosurgeon in the country! He is one of the only doctor's to remove pineal gland tumors and cysts. He gave me back my life! What an amazing surgeon and his staff is the best! Even 2 years later I can call when I have … More

Dr. Kim has been my neurosurgeon since February 2001 after Walter Reed surgeons had sent me home to die. I owe my life to him and the skills of doctors and nurses at MHH in 2001 where I spent most of the year. He has been my only neurosurgeon in all these years due to the nature of my brain surgeries but I feel 100% confident in him. There's a reason I was led to him and for that I am forever thankful.

I absolutely LOVE HIM. Him and his staff are so understanding and sweet. He did my vp shunt surgery and when the shunt malfunctioned he got me in ASAP to do a revision even with Coronavirus going on. This man and his staff have given me my life back. They even call and check on me to make sure I'm doing okay. I will never see another doctor for my issue than him. If he were to move to a different area I would drive to him no matter where he goes! The wait time in the office is only minutes! Ms Stephanie is so sweet. When I email them through the portal I get a response or call in minutes! Don't waste your time with anyone else!

Poor bedside manner. Interrogated me about symptoms over 20 years ago. Not very helpful and seemed suspicious but still offered surgery—no thanks!

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He is totally awesome! He put me right at ease when he did my brain aneurysm surgery!

Performed two life saving surgeries on me. One of the few neurosurgeons in the world with colloid cyst experience. Always a smile on his face.

Dr. Kim save my life he performed surgery about 4 years ago I suffered from trigeminal nerve, I suffer a horrible pain for years since then I never had the same pain. I will always be thankful with him and his staff.

This Dr. is very informative and caring. He has helped me manage my pain with a successful surgery that combatted the cause and not just managed symptoms. This is important for long term care. He and his Resident talked me through the entire process allowing for concerns to be aired. His staff is? knowledgeable, trusting and reassuring. He is a teaching Dr. and his Residents are equally professional and helpful.

He is a life savor! He and his staff are awesome!! I love several states away and will not go anywhere else. They have became family.

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Dr. Kim, Dr. Blanco and his team are awesome!!

Dr. Kim removed my colloid cyst via craniotomy October 1, 2009. It's not expected to return, but I would go back to him if it did.

Dr. Dong Kim removed my son's pineal cyst in May 2017. The surgery was a huge success and he gave my son his quality of life is back. I would highly recommend Dr. Dong Kim!

Dr Kim gave my husband his life back. In April 2015 Dr. Kim performed surgery to remove a pineal cystic tumor that had been causing seizures, blurry vision, migraines, and vertigo. Now it’s been 3 years and my husband no longer has any of these symptoms and lives a normal life. Making the 5 hour drive to Houston to see Dr Kim was the best decision we have ever made. Dr Kim gave my husband his life back. In April 2015 Dr. Kim performed surgery to remove a pineal cystic tumor that had been causing seizures, blurry vision, migraines, and vertigo. Now it’s been 3 years and my husband no longer has any of … More

My experience was amazing and he gave me my life back. Removed a pineal cyst in 2016 which completely resolved my symptoms of 24/7 headache, vision changes, noise/light sensitivities, among countless others. He was compassionate, sat back and listened to everything I had to say. He showed great kindness to my mom and husband throughout the whole process. I would recommend him to anyone, as several health systems here (one of them Mayo) don’t believe prominent pineal cysts cause any issues.

Dr. Kim has done my Chiari decompression along with 3 shunt surgeries. And most recently did a Chiari decompression on our daughter age 15. We would not trust anyone to touch our daughter other than Dr. Kim and his staff.

Dr Kim gave my husband his life back. In April 2015 Dr. Kim performed surgery to remove a pineal come c tumor that had been causing seizures, blurry vision, migraines, and vertigo. Now it’s been 3 years and my husband not longer has any of these symptoms and lives a normal life. Making the 5 hour drive to Houston to see Dr Kim was the best decision we have ever made.

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Told us my son didn't need surgery.I disagree with his decision.

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When things go wrong after surgery Dr. Dong Kim dismissed you as a patient and wants nothing to do with you. His office staff is horrible. Will not return phone calls and will not let you speak with Dr. Dong Kim. We all trust our surgeons, especially dealing with the brain, and we really need compassion and support when things don't go right.You will not get this with Dr. Dong Kim nor his staff.He does have great bedside manner, soft spoken, and kisses his female patients on the cheek and assure them that everything will be fine. I'm sure he has helped many patients, but in my case he has totally ruined my life. He performed MVD surgeries on me twice and I am now left with uncontrollable painful involuntary movements spinning, twisting and pulling of facial nerve in my mouth, face and it also travel to my head (NONSTOP for almost 3 years now). I've been to so many doctors, neurologists, neurosurgeons, pain management docs and the list goes on and on. No one knows what the heck happened to me, but all concluded it had to do with the MVD surgeries because I did not have this condition before. I even called Mayo Clinic for the past two years and they turned me down for an appointment. I am now disabled and not able to work. (I had a great managerial job with a very big firm). Dr Dong Kim dismissed me as his patient because he said now that it traveled to my head he has nothing to do with that. He also lied on office notes stating I'm fine and happy with my surgery. Unbelievable! When things go wrong after surgery Dr. Dong Kim dismissed you as a patient and wants nothing to do with you. His office staff is horrible. Will not return phone calls and will not let you speak with Dr. Dong Kim. We all trust our surgeons, … More

Dr. Kim and his staff were wonderful. They all seem to really care about me and took as much time with me as I wanted. One year post op I am doing great. I had brain surgery for trigeminal neuralgia. Spent 2 days in ICU and 1 day medium care. He said my case was severe but I have had a complete recovery. I would highly recommend Dr. Kim and the surgery. Dr. Kim and his staff were wonderful. They all seem to really care about me and took as much time with me as I wanted. One year post op I am doing great. I had brain surgery for trigeminal neuralgia. Spent 2 days in ICU and 1 day medium … More

Dr Kim saved my life after performing a rare pineal cyst surgery on me. He gave me a chance at life again and I am forever grateful to him for it. He listens, cares, and has been great through it all. Amazing surgeon. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

Do not go see this doctor!!! I went to him because my family doctor found an arachnoid cyst on the back of my brain. I went to see Dr. Kim and he wanted to do a spinal tap after he found there was nothing wrong in my pressure he wanted to take out the cyst so I had brain surgery right after that I experience painful headaches he ignored my symptoms I was admitted into the hospital and found out I had bacterial meningitis . He refused to admit me into the hospital I could've died doctors said.

Dr. Kim gave me my life back. For years i felt awful with no answers. He operated on me 4/20/17. He removedd an arachnoid cyst, pineal cyst and Chiari Malformation all at once. Im still recovering but i havent felt this good in years. He gave me my life back! He is brillant at what he does and i would highly recommend!!!

Dr. Kim did my surgery to correct Chiari I malformation. Excellent & compassionate care from him & his team throughout the process.

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Dr Dong Kim totally messed up my mother's life. He performed microvascular decompression surgery on her for trigeminal neuralgia. Not only did it failed but it left her with uncontrollable involuntary movements running and twisting in her mouth, face and head 24/7 nonstop with severe pain for 3 years now. He assured her that a redo of the operation will benefit her. Well, he made it 100 times worse. He also lied on his office notes. No neurosurgeon want to touch her now, not even the Mayo Clinic

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After battling trigeminal neuralgia for over 5 years I was referred to Dr. Kim. Dr. Kim gave me my life back in only 3 doctor visits!!! Our first meeting as a new patient, 2nd meeting the day prior to surgery, and the 3rd my actual surgery to decompress my trigeminal nerve. Pain relief was immediate following surgery! I can now speak, laugh, smile, eat, brush my teeth, lay my head down, and touch my face without ANY PAIN!! I got my life back thanks to Dr. Kim! THANK YOU DR. DONG KIM!

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I had a brain tumor that Dr Kim removed. He did an excellent job. He was the second Dr I seen, he also found two blood clots in my head that my first surgeon did not check into.

Dr. Kim boasts of having successful results and patients with no issues during recovery or the years that follow, the reason for these amazing numbers is because he does not listen or document when there are issues. He puts all patients into standard protocol that he uses, regardless of their response to his methods - even as far as to continue to order medication that a patient is allergic to because "thats what my patients use for pain management". Additionally, sending patients home after two days in Neuro ICU, even if they have not yet eaten, walked, or had any neuro function tests completed. Seeing Dr. Kim was by far the greatest regret in my life. It was a terrible experience start to finish! Less than a year post-op I am needing another surgery to complete and correct what he said that he did. You will never see these results in any of his "successful" statistics, but realize that there are many many people with lives destroyed because of this arrogant surgeon. Dr. Kim boasts of having successful results and patients with no issues during recovery or the years that follow, the reason for these amazing numbers is because he does not listen or document when there are issues. He puts all patients … More

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The finest Doctor imaginable! He preformed a brain aneurysm clipping on me. Perfect results!

Dr kim is a very good surgeon, and a very nice man , he saved my life, and I just want to tell him thank you again, and I would definitely recommend him .

Dr. Kim and his team are awesome!! He removed a pineal cyst out of my daughter's head. We spent 2 days in ICU even tho we she was only classified as an ICU patient on the first day (Thank you insurance for only approving ONE day of ICU care!!). The team of professionals that he has working for him are very kind and compassionate when it comes to their patients. The team of nurses at Memorial Herman was wonderful! We never wanted for anything. They always checked to make sure my needs were met as well as my daughters. She did have a post-op complication however it resolved after a change in her plan of care within 2 weeks. I would recommend him to everyone! Dr. Kim and his team are awesome!! He removed a pineal cyst out of my daughter's head. We spent 2 days in ICU even tho we she was only classified as an ICU patient on the first day (Thank you insurance for only approving ONE day of ICU … More

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drove from out of town to see him, had an appt, then i was told by his co-worker Audra Banerji that he was busy and wouldn't be able to see me, so come back in 2 weeks. Dr.Kim gave me 8 minutes of his time in the appt. Seemed disinterested in answering any questions and had the attitude of You are asking too much, i am the expert, so just let me handle it . If you are an educated patient, you will be annoyed. he started to walk out the door before i was finished. Didn't look at my MRI prior2

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Dr Kim is arrogant and does not listen! Regardless of how terrible the results or how sick you are afterward, he will not listen, change his protocol or adjust any of this successful methods. All treatment received is cookie cutter and not at all devoted to the patient. His office staff is unorganized and rude. It takes over an hour past appointment time to see him. First you see a medical student, then a resident physician, then Dr. Kim comes in like he is the Pope and only stays 5 minutes.

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Outstanding compassionate surgeon! I trust him completely. He did a brain aneurysm clipping for me. I couldn't be more pleased!

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Dr. Kim and his team saved my wife's life today. He is the BEST neurosurgeon there is. Doctors do not get better than this man. We believe he is a Godsend. Dr. Kim was extremely kind, confident and courteous from start to finish. My wife had a Colloid Cyst removed today. She is in ICU as we speak and is doing just as well as Dr. Kim said. God bless you Dr. Kim and thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Nobody would touch my wife because of her condition. Dr. Kim saved her life!

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Dr Kim is the most amazing human being and surgeon I have ever met. He is kind, caring, and incredibly intelligent but has a very human demeanor. His skills are impecable , we could not have asked for a better surgeon, staff, and hospital experience a Mischer Neuroscience and Memorial Hermann.We are forever grateful to this team.

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