Shane Kim Md's Online Review Report Card

I lost part of my index finger in a workshop accident and was referred to Dr. Kim by the ER doctor at Providence St.Vincents. Even though this doctor was out of network with my insurance I was hoping for a discussion about other options besides just having the wound closed and dealing with a shortened finger the rest of my life. This doctor offered no hope for any reconstructive option at all, in fact he seemed annoyed that I even suggested it. Spent 5 minutes in the exam room, bandaged my finger back up, and said he hoped I could find the care I needed elsewhere. I have a signed statement of financial responsibility that the consult would be $100, yet my insurance was billed more than three times that amount. Definitely never going back.

Dr. Kim and his staff are very professional and caring. I would highly recommend him.

Dr. Kim was great for my cancer reconstruction. Answered all my questions, even called me direct when my surgery was put on hold due to Covid restrictions. He was professional all the way. His staff is great!

Dr. Kim and his staff are very professional and caring. They were immensely supportive through a difficult time.

The man is a total joke, rude and condescending. Said I wasn't a good candidate for DIEP procedure. Didn't even do an exam. I gave him 1 star because I couldn't give him zero stars and, believe me, he's no shining star. Went to 3 other plastic surgeons and they were all mystified by his refusal to do the DIEP procedure. He didn't bother to give an explanation and we didn't bother to ask. Just left. Long story short, went to OHSU and the wonderful Dr Chang and they did a fabulous job. They treated me with great respect and kindness and did a fabulous job. I can not express how impressed I was by the hospital and doctors and the great care I received while a patient there. I would definitely give Dr Chang and OHSU 5 stars. I will and have continued to support and promote them. Kim could likely learn something from them but likely won't because his overcharged superego gets in his way. Glad we didn't go with him. God works in mysterious ways.

Very skilled and personable surgeon. Recommend him to anyone.

Initially, this MD was very friendly and seemed genuinely concerned about my pain and discomfort. After an MRI of my wrist, we had a phone consult and he mentioned having arthroscopy to further evaluate the damage. I asked for more conservative treatment to consider the healing time as I am a full-time student and working in patient care part-time. He never sent my PT referral and when I inquired through the Mychart system a few months later he provided an altogether different approach to my plan for healing that left me even more confused and concerned that he may not be looking at his previous charting for consistency of care. In fact, there wasn't even any documentation of our phone appointment for me to refer to. When I advocated for myself in his office he became very obviously offended and treated me poorly, I left and would not allow him to inject my wrist. More surprising was his documentation of the visit that clearly showed a personal issue with me. Ask to see someone else!

Initially, this MD was very friendly and seemed genuinely concerned about my pain and discomfort. After an MRI of my wrist, we had a phone consult and he mentioned having arthroscopy to further evaluate the damage. I asked for more conservative treatment to consider the healing time as I am a full-time student and working in patient care part-time. He never sent my PT referral and when I inquired through the Mychart system a few months later he provided an altogether different approach to my plan for healing that left me even more confused and concerned that he may not be looking at his previous charting for consistency of care. In fact, there wasn't even any documentation of our phone appointment for me to refer to. I opted to try the injectibles that he suggested may be covered on my insurance but made an appointment with his PA that the office informed me did these many times during the day and she performed them more frequently than MD Kim and was no only very skilled but had excellent bedside manner. I showed up for my appointment and MD Kim entered the room not the PA I has scheduled with. He was rude and rushed. When I informed him that I had expected to see his PA and was not informed that she was not performing the procedure he became even ruder. I explained to him that he was making me even more uncomfortable and that not only has it been difficult to make a decision for my healing due to his inconsistent advice but his demeanor was disempowering and made me feel uncomfortable. I chose to leave and not have injections into my wrist by someone that I did not trust and treated me poorly when I advocated for myself. I was even more shocked when i read his notes on the visit that were inaccurate and clearly refected his bruised ego. It is surprising that Legacy would allow a physician to add these to a pt's permanent record. I guess my standards for patient care are skewed as I am a nurse and would be very upset to see a physician create a power dynamic such as this. My suggestion to anyone is to ask for a referral somewhere else, you have the right to do that.

Initially, this MD was very friendly and seemed genuinely concerned about my pain and discomfort. After an MRI of my wrist, we had a phone consult and he mentioned having arthroscopy to further evaluate the damage. I asked for more conservative treatment to consider the healing time as I am a full-time student and working in patient care part-time. He never sent my PT referral and when I inquired through the Mychart system a few months later he provided an altogether different approach to my plan for healing that left me even more confused and concerned that he may not be looking at his previous charting for consistency of care. In fact, there wasn't even any documentation of our phone appointment for me to refer to. I opted to try the injectibles that he suggested may be covered on my insurance but made an appointment with his PA that the office informed me did these many times during the day and she performed them more frequently than MD Kim and was no only very skilled but had excellent bedside manner. I showed up for my appointment and MD Kim entered the room not the PA I has scheduled with. He was rude and rushed. When I informed him that I had expected to see his PA and was not informed that she was not performing the procedure he became even ruder. I explained to him that he was making me even more uncomfortable and that not only has it been difficult to make a decision for my healing due to his inconsistent advice but his demeanor was disempowering and made me feel uncomfortable. I chose to leave and not have injections into my wrist by someone that I did not trust and treated me poorly when I advocated for myself. I was even more shocked when i read his notes on the visit that were inaccurate and clearly refected his bruised ego. It is surprising that Legacy would allow a physician to add these to a pt's permanent record. I guess my standards for patient care are skewed as I am a nurse and would be very upset to see a physician create a power dynamic such as this. My suggestion to anyone is to ask for a referral somewhere else, you have the right to do that.

I had a great experience with Dr Kim. My situation was complicated I saw 3 reconstruction surgeons prior to De Kim. Every one of them gave only 1 option - Dr Kim listened carefully to my concerns - and developed three options for me. He patiently explained the pro/ cons of each procedure - and I was so thankful for his open mindedness and ability to provide a reconstruction that I was actually excited about! The final outcome was better then I could have dreamed. I am forever thankful to Dr Kim -