Stephanie E. Kim, DPM, a podiatrist at The Foot and Ankle Center in Kirkland and Issaquah, Washington, has been named a 2024 Castle Connolly Top Doctor, a prestigious recognition awarded to only the top 7% of physicians in their respective regions and specialties.
Dr. Kim is a board-certified doctor of podiatric medicine, a physician and surgeon who specializes in evaluating and treating conditions of the feet, ankles, and lower legs. She has particular expertise in reconstructive surgery, aesthetic (cosmetic) podiatry, pediatric podiatry, and sports injuries of the foot and ankle.
Known for her clinical skill, state-of-the-art techniques, and genuine care for her patients, Dr. Kim emphasizes creating a supportive and welcoming environment where patients feel heard and valued. ‘Whether it’s a minor issue or a complex medical condition, we approach each case with the same level of dedication and attention to detail,’ she says.
As a certified pedorthist, Dr. Kim specializes in modifying footwear and providing custom orthotics for both pediatric and adult patients with various foot and ankle issues, such as flat feet, high arches, plantar fasciitis, bunions, and arthritis.
The Foot and Ankle Center offers a range of non-surgical treatments, including innovative options like shockwave therapy, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, and filler injections. They also perform minimally invasive surgeries, such as bunion surgery, and prioritize proactive preventive care for children.
Dr. Kim earned her doctoral degree from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine and completed a two-year residency at the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics at Baltimore’s Sinai Hospital, as well as a dermatopathology fellowship.
‘I am deeply honored and grateful to have been nominated as a Connolly Top Doctor by my peers this year,’ Dr. Kim says. ‘I believe that my nomination reflects our practice’s unwavering commitment to prioritizing effective communication among healthcare providers and delivering exceptional patient care.’
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