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Dr. Esther Kim, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Temecula, California

Dr. Esther Kim, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Temecula, California
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1740364280· License: A69717 (CA) verify
Industry payments (2024): $355 across 14 payments (what this means)
4.74(125 ratings)
Dr. Esther Kim, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Temecula, California

Main Office

41540 Winchester Road, Suite B, California

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Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

About

Dr. Esther Kim, MD is a board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in Temecula, California. She specializes in cosmetic and complex reconstructive surgery, utilizing minimally invasive techniques and staying up-to-date on the latest procedures and technologies. Dr. Kim also has experience in dermatology, ophthalmology, and maternity care. While her primary focus appears to be plastic surgery, her background spans various medical fields. It's important to note that information about Dr. Kim may refer to multiple physicians with the same name. Contacting the specific clinic mentioned in the address will provide the most accurate details regarding her services and pricing.

Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

Select a service to schedule an appointment · each is approximately 60 minutes

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2024)

$355

Payments

14

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Esther Kim received $355 across 14 payments in 2024. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was ABBVIE INC..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Below, you'll find crowdsourced data on the actual costs of surgeries performed by Dr. Esther Kim, submitted anonymously by the patient community. Use this as a guide to better anticipate your own expenses. Please note that final costs can vary based on your specific medical needs.

Voluma

$1,000

Natrelle Breast Implants

$6,500

Breast Implants

$6,975

Tummy Tuck

$9,338

Help us keep this data current and accurate. If you've had a procedure with Dr. Esther Kim, please take a moment to contribute your cost information.

Patient Experience

Dr. Esther Kim Review Summary

4.16
Dr. Kim receives generally positive reviews, averaging around 4.8 out of 5 stars on various platforms. However, there's a significant outlier with a 1-star review on Yelp, suggesting potential inconsistencies in patient experience. It's advisable to research further and consider all feedback before making a decision.

Ratings from Other Platforms

atriumhealth.org

4.9 out of 5

Based on 85 reviews

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scripps.org

4.8 out of 5

Based on 127 reviews

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iuhealth.org

4.7 out of 5

Based on 315 reviews

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ucsfhealth.org

4.7 out of 5

Based on 96 reviews

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yelp.com

1 out of 5

Based on 2 reviews

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Insurance Information

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

41540 Winchester Road, Suite B

Temecula, California

Office Information

Where does Dr. Esther Kim practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

41540 Winchester Road, Suite B, Temecula, California

(25 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

vascular medicine and cardiovascular disease. She specializes in women's cardiovascular health and uncommon. Esther Kim is an Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Associate Program Director of the Dermatology Residency Program at Columbia University Medical Center

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call 877-637-4884 and we'll help you find. Dr. Esther M. Kim specializes in Maternity Care for University Obstetricians-Gynecologists Coleman Center

Help improve our data. Confirm if Dr. Esther Kim is affiliated with call 877-637-4884 and we'll help you find. Dr. Esther M. Kim specializes in Maternity Care for University Obstetricians-Gynecologists Coleman Center.

Esther Kim is an Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Associate Program Director of the Dermatology Residency Program at Columbia University Medical Center

Help improve our data. Confirm if Dr. Esther Kim is affiliated with Esther Kim is an Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Associate Program Director of the Dermatology Residency Program at Columbia University Medical Center.

Dr. Esther M. Kim specializes in Maternity Care for University Obstetricians-Gynecologists Coleman Center

Help improve our data. Confirm if Dr. Esther Kim is affiliated with Dr. Esther M. Kim specializes in Maternity Care for University Obstetricians-Gynecologists Coleman Center.

Education & Experience

Education

Assistant Professor Of Dermatology At Columbia University Medical Center
Associate Program Director Of The Dermatology Residency Program At Columbia University Medical Center

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Board Certified In Internal Medicine
Vascular Medicine
Cardiovascular Disease

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Esther Kim online?
It's unclear whether online appointment booking is available. It's best to contact the clinic directly at the provided address or phone number to inquire about appointment scheduling.
Does Dr. Esther Kim offer telehealth?
Telehealth availability is not specified in the provided information. Contacting the clinic directly is recommended to determine if telehealth consultations are offered.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Esther Kim?
Patients praise Dr. Kim for her surgical skills, particularly in breast augmentation, tummy tucks, and feminizing top surgery, noting positive outcomes and expressing satisfaction with their results. Some patients highlight the transformative impact of the procedures on their confidence and self-image. The reviews also mention Voluma treatments.
What areas of care does Dr. Esther Kim cater to?
Dr. Kim's areas of care, based on the provided information, appear to primarily focus on plastic surgery, including cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. However, there are also mentions of experience in dermatology, ophthalmology (specifically treating eye disorders in children), internal medicine, vascular medicine, cardiovascular disease (with a focus on women's health), and maternity care. It's important to clarify with the specific clinic which services are currently offered by Dr. Kim at that location, as the information suggests a potentially broad range of expertise or possibly refers to multiple physicians with the same name.