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Samuel S. Kim, MD

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1014 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Thoracic Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Tufts University School of Medicine - 2002
Residency:: University of Pennsylvania Health System - 2009

Massachusetts General Hospital - 2011

Languages Spoken

Korean

Board Certifications

American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)
American Board of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Associate Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Huntley Hospital

Kishwaukee Hospital

McHenry Hospital

Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Palos Hospital

Woodstock Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

1014 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 28, 2024

5.0

Seemed very knowledgeable and put me at ease about upcoming surgery

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April 23, 2024

5.0

Very professional

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April 23, 2024

5.0

I don't think that I could find a better doctor

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April 22, 2024

5.0

He spoke to me as a person, explaining what the surgery would consist of.

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Listens to patient and explains any concerns and questions you may have.

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April 19, 2024

5.0

Seems very knowledgeable and interested.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Caring, excellent surgeon, answers questions, takes his time, concerned

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April 16, 2024

5.0

He was very kind and thorough, listened to our concerns and helped us come to a decision. He has a wonderful disposition and is so knowledgeable. I feel safe under his care.

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April 13, 2024

5.0

He explained the procedure thoroughly and answered all of my questions. He is one of the best robotic surgeons in the country.

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Took the necessary time to walk me through my situation

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April 09, 2024

5.0

He treated me like i was his only patient. He made me hopeful and well.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kim was wonderful. He answered all of my questions and explained everything.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

My doctor is excellent

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April 05, 2024

5.0

Called and walked me and my wife thru the next steps of my surgery

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April 05, 2024

5.0

I donâ€™t know him well, but he seems to be attentive and kind to patients.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

For the same reason I stated above. Dr. Kim has stuck by me and encouraged me any time I felt I needed him since the surgical removal of the nodule found in my left lower lung. He encourages me to continue to work towards breathing without my oxygen as often as I can tolerate it. I found it to be very therapeutic and enables me to walk almost as natural as I did prior to this disease attacked on my lungs, despite what my test results show. I will continue to follow his instructions and advice from now on.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Great doctor

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kim is knowledgeable and performs a large number of procedures.

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kim explained my options very clearly, and I felt like he supported me in being proactive. Confidence in him has given me peace of mind.

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March 28, 2024

5.0

His explanations and surgical skills are excellent

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March 27, 2024

5.0

DR.KIM AND HIS TEAM SHOW THEY KNOW WHAT THEIR DOIMG WHEN THEY AMSWER QUESTIOMS WITH COMMON SENSE ANWERS THEY DO NOT EXPECT THAT YOU ARE A DOCTOR THEY TAKE TIME AND YOU KNOW THEY CARE.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

He is excellent

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March 26, 2024

5.0

Based on results from a CT, Dr. Kim had a plan to wait for 3 months and re- scan to see if the nodule in question changed. He was very direct and matter of fact at the 1st appointment in November, â€˜23. He explained the next steps.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

Great surgeon.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Professional and knowledgeable.

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Listens and explains

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Personable, and a very good doctor.

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March 21, 2024

5.0

No reason not to rate less than 10

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March 21, 2024

5.0

I feel confident in Dr Kim ability and knowledge by his demeanor and the explanation and info he provides

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Excellent physician/surgeon. Also he is Thorough. Thoughtful. Compassionate

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March 18, 2024

5.0

His PA went over my history, current health issues & status and showed me some of the imaging Iâ€™d had which pertained to the surgery I was going to have. Then I saw Dr Kim and he explained the surgery and the technique & approach he would take.

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March 17, 2024

5.0

Dr Kim is personable while exhibiting a high degree of competence and professionalism

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March 17, 2024

5.0

He's the best....I know I came to the right place.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

He is a good doctor

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Thorough explanation of my conditionâ€¦on pointâ€¦straightforward and clear. His APN was excellent as well.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Knowledge

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s one of the best

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March 01, 2024

5.0

Good accreditation and very explanatory

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, great bedside manner, and very thorough.

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Not rushed, compassion.

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kim is a very skilled surgeon.

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February 23, 2024

5.0

Professional and personable

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February 18, 2024

5.0

I had good experience undergoing lung surgery three years ago with Dr. Kim as my surgeon. I had a fairly easy recovery and results throughout.

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February 17, 2024

5.0

just handled well...next steps explained for us to follow.

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February 16, 2024

5.0

His successful robotic techniques are undeniable.

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February 15, 2024

5.0

He is the best at what he does.

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kim was very informative and professional.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Excellent bedside manner, very knowledgeable.

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Direct and straight forward explanation of, where youâ€™re at, and where youâ€™re going.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Dr Kim and his staff..The Greatest..caring, explaining etc TOP NOTCH

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January 25, 2024

5.0

He explains so that you understsnd

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Dr Kim is a very good Dr he takes his time with you and makes sure you understand your health issues and explain everything so you can understand it

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January 24, 2024

5.0

I truly had a great experience with Dr. Kim. During the visit he took time to explain and answered all our questions. He was kind, patient and funny. I work in a hospital and I know how sometimes interaction with a surgeon can be stressful and â€œas a matter of factâ€. But Dr. Kim was able to see me as a person not just as an another patient. Thank you!

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Very informative

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kim is an excellent surgeon

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s a great Doctor

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Explained everything in simple language for us to understand

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January 09, 2024

5.0

He went over results and answered all my questions. Put me at ease.

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Dr Kim called me and answered questions I had regarding surgery and my scans and tests. He answered my questions and explained the next steps in my treatment.

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January 02, 2024

5.0

He is friendly, skilled, compassionate and caring. He fills me with confidence.

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Expert in his field

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December 28, 2023

5.0

He is just a great Dr !

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December 28, 2023

5.0

Took his time explaining my procedure

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December 19, 2023

5.0

I trust Dr. Kim completely.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

He has a great perspective and respects the patients time.

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kim is the leader in his field of expertise and has called me personally thoughout my case to ensure I am progressing.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Frank, friendly, made me feel secure.

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December 09, 2023

5.0

Provided thorough explanation and information. Quickly had necessary appointments scheduled

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December 05, 2023

5.0

He respond to me and let me now about my results of my test.

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November 21, 2023

5.0

Dr Kim is the best!

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November 21, 2023

5.0

Hes awesome!

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November 21, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s cutting edge with technology and surgical techniques

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November 20, 2023

5.0

Thanks to Dr. Kim I had a very successful operation for cancer. He is very understanding and very professional! He is very personal with family and patient reg as riding surgery and follow up after surgery and flow up contact. The support staff and nurses are excellent with understanding and their personal follow up after surgery and release at home. Very supportive in a tense time with all our family.

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November 16, 2023

5.0

See above. He allowed me to view all test results & explained each.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

My results show his skills.

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November 12, 2023

5.0

there professional expertise

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Excellent clinician.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Very good at what he does and explains things in easy to understand way.

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November 01, 2023

5.0

Explains things so I can understand. Gets positive results!

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November 01, 2023

5.0

Extremely skilled and caring surgeon.

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October 24, 2023

5.0

Feel very confident in his ability!

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October 24, 2023

5.0

He saved me. Had Stage 1 lung cancer. Am monltored for 5 years.

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October 24, 2023

5.0

he is the best and made me feel at ease and confident.

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October 24, 2023

5.0

Explained my situation and gave me options. Explained thoroughly what the procedure and recovery would be like. All in a compassionate manner.

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October 17, 2023

5.0

Reassured me that robotic surgery had an easier recovery than other types. Since I am traveling to get to Northwwestern that is important to me.

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October 12, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kim is extremely knowledgeable about my present health concerns. He talks to me in terms I can understand and I always feel confident in his diagnosis.

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October 10, 2023

5.0

He explains everything so we understand. He prsents a plan and also expected outcomes. This time is so high functioning and that has to be result if his leadership

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October 09, 2023

5.0

Very good with information

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October 05, 2023

5.0

he has a great reputation. i trust his knowledge.

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October 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kim has been great regarding explaining procedures and expected outcome. Very pleased with outcome of all procedures and surgery !! A great bedside manor.

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October 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kim listens and gives honest, direct feedback.

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October 03, 2023

5.0

Extremely likable and professional individual with a culpable record of success!

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September 28, 2023

5.0

He is an experienced doctor and an expert in his field. My experience has always been very satisfactory!!

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September 26, 2023

5.0

He is my doctor he is wonderful he saved my life

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September 26, 2023

5.0

He very good at him job

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September 26, 2023

5.0

I had excellent care from all hospital staff.

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September 24, 2023

5.0

Qualifications including fellowship training and the manner in which he gave me his attention responded to my questions and concerns despite a very busy morning for him

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September 21, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s excellent plus heâ€™s down to earth.

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September 19, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, explains issues in an understandable manner, provides realistic recommendations and show genuine concern for patient.

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September 16, 2023

5.0

See above. Very personable.

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