All Patients Are Encouraged To Seek A Professional Medical Exam & Opinion If Their Ailment Does Not Acutely Resolve On Its Own.
My name is Paul H. Kim, MD and I am a Board Certified – Fellowship Trained orthopedic surgeon who practices orthopedic surgery at Golden State Orthopedics & Spine.
Not only do I specialize in foot & ankle surgery but I also practice general orthopedic surgery. My mission is to help my patients accomplish these goals in a painless, compassionate, and efficient way.
Orthopedic surgery is founded on the principle of prevention. All patients are encouraged to undergo musculoskeletal examinations if their ailment does not acutely resolve on its own.
Hailing from San Francisco, I grew up in the Bay Area and call it my home. Simply, I love the area, culture, weather, but most importantly the people.
Ankle instability can result from acute sprains (i.e., less than 20%) or recurrent sprains. Patients commonly describe their symptoms as, “I don’t trust my ankle,” the “ankle just gives out,” or “my ankle always feels weak.” Ankle sprains are one of the most common sport injuries that bring patients to a doctors office. Most ankle sprains can be treated conservatively with brace, physical therapy and functional rehabilitation. However, a select few do not respond to conservative care.
Hindfoot arthritis encompasses three joints, the subtalar joint, talonavicular joint and calcaneocuboid joint. Post-traumatic arthritis is a common cause of hind foot arthritis but can be caused by inflammatory arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis. First line of treatment is conservative to include brace, orthotics, modified shoes & activities, and injections. However, hind foot arthritis tends to progress with time and activity. The standard of care is typically fusion.
A broken toe most often can be treated conservatively with splinting and occasionally a protective shoe or boot. The deciding factor is if there is significant displacement, malalignment or extension of the fracture into the joint line.
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My mission is to help my patients accomplish these goals in a painless, compassionate, and efficient way.
As a surgeon I know its not all about surgery: it’s about seeing all patients as distinct individuals and finding the delicate balance of optimal treatment options to get you back to your active lifestyle! My mission is to help my patients accomplish these goals in a painless, compassionate, and efficient way.
I want to make sure all my new patients feel welcome, safe, and taken care of. During your first visit, I will review your medical history. For diagnosis, I will examine your foot & ankle and take X-rays of your foot & ankle if necessary. From there, I will explain any issues and help you choose options for treatment. I have operating privileges at Marin General Hospital, Marin Specialty Surgery Center, Bon Air/Greenbrae surgery center and Novato Surgery center.