Diane R. Kim, MD
- Family Medicine
Average rating:
4.9
Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.
Languages
Education
Medical Board Certification
Family Medicine, American Board of Family Medicine, 2011
Residency
Family Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine, 2011
Internship
Family Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine, 2009
Degree
MD, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, 2008
Recognitions
- Southern California Super Doctors® Rising Stars 2018
- Southern California Super Doctors® Rising Stars 2017
Hospital Affiliations
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
Areas of Focus
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Shield of California
- Centivo
- Cigna
- First Health
- Health Net of California
- Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
- L.A. Care
- Medicare Advantage
- MultiPlan
- UFCM Health System
- Prime Health Services
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare
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Recognitions
- Southern California Super Doctors® Rising Stars 2018
- Southern California Super Doctors® Rising Stars 2017
Reviews
Overall Rating:
4.9
Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.
286 total ratings | 191 reviews
5.0
January 29, 2025
Dr was thorough and friendly
5.0
January 28, 2025
Great experience! Very helpful and knowledgeable. Appreciated her thoughtful care and answers to my questions.
5.0
January 24, 2025
Dr. Kim was thorough and careful and took time to listen.
5.0
January 21, 2025
Dr Kim was very friendly and thorough
5.0
January 21, 2025
She had reviewed my issue before coming in and was prepared to go through all of my symptoms with me. Explained what tests she wanted to do and why. Explained how what I had could not be treated until we determined the bacteria. Told me things to do to help my issues.
5.0
January 16, 2025
I just like Dr. Kim. She’s open and attentive. Not bothered by questions.
5.0
January 16, 2025
I like dr Kim. She gets straight to the point which I appreciate.
5.0
January 15, 2025
Dr Kim & staff are knowledgeable, friendly and efficient. I entrust my primary care with Dr Kim at UCLA Manhattan Beach
5.0
January 13, 2025
Very personable and kind. Dr Kim addressed all my issues
5.0
January 10, 2025
Excellent post hospital visit.
5.0
January 10, 2025
Doctor Kim is very knowledgeable and professional
5.0
January 6, 2025
Polite, on time, informative
5.0
January 6, 2025
Dr Kim takes time to find what the patient needs.
5.0
December 30, 2024
It was productive and fast
5.0
December 27, 2024
Great experience, listens and allows time for questions. Extremely clear and thorough. Great Doctor!!!
5.0
December 21, 2024
She is very professional and excellent listener
5.0
December 19, 2024
Timely, clear in explanations and questions. Really appreciate getting a same-day telehealth appt.
5.0
December 19, 2024
Dr. Kim is always very understanding and caring.
5.0
December 14, 2024
Dr Kim is great! She gets straight to the point and I am reassured that I’m in good hands.
5.0
December 13, 2024
Through, friendly, on time and a caring attitude.
5.0
December 12, 2024
She’s a great listener and always so compassionate and easy to talk to
5.0
December 11, 2024
Thorough, on time, pleasant
5.0
December 4, 2024
It was great!!
5.0
December 3, 2024
Dr. Kim is a good listener and sympathetic with my personal needs for privacy, but also very aware of my health needs. I appreciate everything she has tried to do for me and will continue to be in contact.
5.0
December 3, 2024
The appointment was on-time and Dr. Kim did an excellent job of explaining the issues. Very kind, caring and compassionate
5.0
December 2, 2024
On time and to the point. Got referral for another issue
5.0
November 22, 2024
I needed dr Kim because of a bad sinus infection She was Very attentive
2.0
November 22, 2024
Absolutely a waste of my time Dr. Not helpful at all.
5.0
November 22, 2024
Dr. Kim is very thorough and knowledgeable and always takes the time to explain everything.
5.0
November 22, 2024
Everyone was efficient and friendly
5.0
November 21, 2024
As always, my experience was great.
5.0
November 21, 2024
Dr. Kim and her nurse are wonderful and caring. Very happy to have her as my primary physician. Thank you!
5.0
November 20, 2024
Dr. Kim is very thorough and efficient, but at the same time makes you feel like you’re the most important patient. Dr. Kim and the entire staff are so comforting. Going to the doctor can be stressful, but my heart rate was 56. Go figure that one out. The entire experience was wonderful.
5.0
November 19, 2024
Greta bedside manner and patient care.
5.0
November 18, 2024
Dr. Kim was great! She addressed my problem immediately, was super kind, and knowledgeable.
5.0
November 18, 2024
Dr Kim was excellent.
5.0
November 13, 2024
Dr. Kim and staff are always great.
5.0
November 13, 2024
Dr Kim was very thoughtful and patient while explaining things to me. She was professional and thorough.
5.0
November 13, 2024
Dr. Kim provided outstanding care during my visit. She listened carefully, took the time to understand my concerns, and thoughtfully prescribed new medication. I also appreciate how she promptly arranged a referral to a specialist, demonstrating her commitment to comprehensive care and understanding the importance of collaboration. Dr. Kim inspires confidence, balancing both attentive listening and decisive action. I feel very fortunate to have her managing my care.
5.0
November 13, 2024
Came in for a follow from an urgent care visit. My current primary care doctor didn’t have availability for me for the next 9 weeks, so I went to a different doctor at the location.
5.0
November 12, 2024
My primary doctor makes me feel like she really has an interest in my wellbeing.
5.0
November 8, 2024
Great
5.0
November 7, 2024
Went for wellness check. Doctor Kim could not have been better. Supper pleased.
5.0
November 5, 2024
Medically it was very good. I had the first appt of the day so I was surprised I had to wait about 5 min for the MD, but I was given the extra minutes at the end of the session so it is OK. Dr Kim is an excellent physician and very knowledgeable in diverse areas and can quickly diagnose issues. Thank you.
5.0
November 4, 2024
Excellent. The best Dr I’ve ever had. So grateful to Dr Kim.
5.0
October 25, 2024
I was feeling quite ill when I arrived but Terra and Dr Kim are both fantastic and it was a relief to know I was with skilled professionals.
5.0
October 24, 2024
On time. Pleasant. Efficient. Expert….
5.0
October 23, 2024
Dr. Kim is always very thorough and attentive.
5.0
October 23, 2024
Dr Kim was excellent.
5.0
October 21, 2024
My doctor Dr. Kim is extremely responsive to my messages. She is an attentive listener and answers questions while addressing my concerns. I feel comfortable and happy with the care I receive from her.
5.0
October 21, 2024
Efficient, clean, everyone was kind
5.0
October 21, 2024
She listened well and made sure I had everything I needed. She was also very encouraging of my healthy lifestyle choices.
5.0
October 17, 2024
Dr. Kim is both knowledgeable and compassionate. I appreciate how she patiently listens to each of my questions and concerns and gives gives useful information and feedback.
5.0
October 16, 2024
Excellent service
5.0
October 16, 2024
She is always kind, thourough and knowledgeable .
5.0
October 16, 2024
As usual Dr. Kim does a thorough job and exhibits genuine concern for my wellbeing.
5.0
October 15, 2024
I felt like Dr. Kim really listened to me and took the time to explain everything to me. Dr. Kim was super friendly with good bedside manner. I’m glad I chose Dr. Kim for my new PCP. Also, I wanted to mention that my Nurse was amazing! I can’t remember her name, but she was extremely nice.
5.0
October 14, 2024
Outstanding
5.0
October 11, 2024
Dr. Kim and her staff are wonderful!
5.0
October 11, 2024
Dr. Kim listened to my issues and gave wonderful advice to my visit.
5.0
October 10, 2024
Dr Diane Kim is very thorough and kind. I also appreciate her prompt response to my emergency while I was on vacation regarding my ankle. She is exceptional in her practice. I should know because, I’am a registered nurse at UCLA. I am very pleased to have her as my provider. All the staff very professional and kind as well.
5.0
October 8, 2024
Efficient, informative, and helpful.
5.0
October 7, 2024
Dr Kim was wonderful and incredibly informative! She came up a game plan and answered all of my questions
3.0
October 4, 2024
Dr Kim is pleasant but my appts always feel rushed. Physical done in less than 15 minutes.
5.0
October 4, 2024
First time with Dr Kim. She was thorough, sharp and pleasant
5.0
October 1, 2024
Check on persistent cough. Flu shot, Covid shot and blood draw.
5.0
October 1, 2024
Prompt, professional, precise, friendly
5.0
September 27, 2024
Dr. Kim is very thorough and professional. The nurse who took my vitals and drew blood sample is also wonderful and personable.
5.0
September 26, 2024
Best experience from start to finish
5.0
September 25, 2024
Dr Diane is very kind, efficient and knowledgeable. She addressed all my concerns.
5.0
September 20, 2024
She listened and tried to offer dolutions
5.0
September 18, 2024
Very good. Dr Kim was attentive and thourgh.
5.0
September 13, 2024
Dr Kim & Staff are awesome
5.0
September 11, 2024
Excellent
5.0
September 11, 2024
Dr Kim was very professional and attentive to my concerns
5.0
September 11, 2024
Caring, listened, not rushed, competent and efficient, personable.
5.0
September 9, 2024
Dr. Kim is extremely bright but explains things well. She’s very thorough yet concise in her diagnosis and treatment.
5.0
September 9, 2024
It was great! Always good to see pcp
5.0
August 31, 2024
Dr Kim proactively informed me of my results, her recommendations, and why she was performing each step. I appreciate remaining informed.
5.0
August 30, 2024
Dr. Kim is very thorough and attentive.
5.0
August 27, 2024
Dr. Kim was great! I loved that she took her time and always made eye contact so I knew she was giving her undivided attention.
5.0
August 27, 2024
Dr Kim is terrific
5.0
August 27, 2024
Excellent
5.0
August 20, 2024
Dr Kim is attentive and helpful
5.0
August 19, 2024
Dr. Kim saw me right away. Nurse saw me right away took my blood right away no waiting. Future instructions great
5.0
August 19, 2024
Little wait, in and out quick
5.0
August 19, 2024
Dr. Kim is professional and thorough.
5.0
August 19, 2024
Dr Kim Cares about her patients like her own parents. Thanks Dr. Kim for great service as always
5.0
August 15, 2024
Good experience. She is always very kind and listens and asks if I have any questions.
5.0
August 13, 2024
Excellent!
5.0
August 13, 2024
Dr Kim is very good and will listen what I have to say before answering my questions Thank you for her being at this location
5.0
August 8, 2024
Dr.is caring and professional
5.0
August 7, 2024
It was easy to ask her questions and she listen to me . She also answered my questions.
5.0
August 6, 2024
Doctor Kim was thorough and very caring
5.0
August 6, 2024
Efficient, knowledgeable, friendly, painless
5.0
August 5, 2024
Always a pleasure with Dr Kim! She is helpful she is kind and her tech was super duper.
5.0
July 30, 2024
Easy to conduct
5.0
July 26, 2024
Very efficient, was checked in and vitals done before my appt time and was done quickly
5.0
July 25, 2024
Dr. Kim was compassionate and thorough and took time to listen and make sure I was clear on the treatment plan.
5.0
July 24, 2024
Good visit
5.0
July 23, 2024
Dr was attentive. Listened to my concerns.
5.0
July 22, 2024
Efficient, covered everything clearly, on time
5.0
July 17, 2024
Dr. Kim was very thorough in terms of listening to my issues and analyzing my blood work
5.0
July 15, 2024
On time, caring, and comprehensive
5.0
July 15, 2024
Came in for my annual physical exam. Dr Kim addressed two questions I had. I was satisfied with the medical care.
4.0
July 13, 2024
Good follow up visit
5.0
July 12, 2024
She listened and answered all of my questions. She was by-the-book which is fine with me.
5.0
July 11, 2024
Follow up visit with Doctor Kim, it was very informative and helpful. She cares about her patients.
5.0
July 11, 2024
Very professional and caring.
5.0
July 10, 2024
She listened while I updated her on how I"ve been feeling since I last saw her in January, life changes that have affected my health and mood. Really appreciated her concern and help in finding the right medication for me.
5.0
July 10, 2024
My doctor is great! He explained the surgery throughly and with patience. He always so polite and nice.!
5.0
July 9, 2024
Very thorough and answered all Y concerns
5.0
July 9, 2024
Very thorough and didn’t rush
5.0
July 8, 2024
Excellent
5.0
July 3, 2024
Efficient and thorough Quick but don’t feel rushed
5.0
July 1, 2024
She is very attentive, helpful and kind. I always feel like I am in good hands.
5.0
June 28, 2024
The doctor was friendly and thorough! Enjoyed my visit!
5.0
June 28, 2024
Dr Kim is awesome. 😊👍🏼
5.0
June 27, 2024
Great experience with MD and all staff.
5.0
June 27, 2024
Listen to my concerns and addressed my needs
4.0
June 25, 2024
Good
2.0
June 24, 2024
Doctor lacks a bed side manor. She has cold robotic way with patients. She was also was late to the appointment. She didn’t take time to establish an understanding or “feel”for the patient.
5.0
June 24, 2024
Very pleasant and informative!
5.0
June 24, 2024
Very thorough
5.0
June 21, 2024
Professional very helpful
5.0
June 19, 2024
Dr Kim seemed interested and concerned
5.0
June 17, 2024
First time meeting Dr. Kim and I felt very comfortable with her questioning and her decisions about what I need to do and some of the recommendations she made.
5.0
June 12, 2024
She was very professional and listened to my concerns.
5.0
June 12, 2024
No wait at all, and Doctor Kim and her staff are very professional and helpful.
5.0
June 11, 2024
Great
5.0
June 7, 2024
Great service
5.0
June 6, 2024
I was early and she saw me early. Was there for pre-op for cataract surgery on 2nd eye. She was very thorough asking questions and with her exam.
5.0
June 4, 2024
Dr. Kim is the BEST
5.0
June 4, 2024
Dr. Kim is very kind, competent, and compassionate. She is willing to spend the time to listen to my concerns and those of my wife. Her staff are also friendly and kind.
5.0
June 4, 2024
Dr D Kim was professional and empathic, as always. I'm impressed with her. She listens to my concersn and immediately acts upon them, whether by examining me herself at the office or by ordering a test (in this case, an ECHO) to further investigate my discomfort in my chest area. Thank you, Dr Kim!
5.0
May 31, 2024
Always outstanding as it was today. I appreciate Dr Kim’s professionalism, knowledge, honesty and kindness. I feel fortunate having her as my primary care physician.
5.0
May 28, 2024
From the front desk to the nurses and Dr. Kim all was easy to talk to and they truly care.
5.0
May 22, 2024
Fabulous service
5.0
May 22, 2024
Easy, quick and streamline to be seen. Doctor was knowledgeable and attentive. Able to get labs and physical done same day same place. Great experience.
5.0
May 22, 2024
Dr Kim is very professional and knew what she was talking about I was very impressed
5.0
May 22, 2024
My doctor went above and beyond to fit me in for an emergency visit. This was greatly appreciated.
4.0
May 22, 2024
Had a pleasant visit with Dr Kim. She answered all my questions and I am quite satisfied with her treatment.
5.0
May 16, 2024
Everything was as expected. I had good conversation with my doctor about all ongoing health issues.
5.0
May 15, 2024
Annual physical, very through
5.0
May 14, 2024
Dr Kim is a very nice , very helpful doctor! She does her best to accommodate and see patients on a short notice .She’s been so helpful with me since I started seeing her with different issues I had for the last year! She’s wonderful!
5.0
May 7, 2024
Dr Kim is the best I’m very very with her
5.0
May 6, 2024
She answered all my concerns. She’s always extremely nice and thorough
5.0
April 24, 2024
She's a good listener.
5.0
April 24, 2024
Dr Diane R Kim addressed all of my concerns and I feel like she is a great fit for me.
5.0
April 23, 2024
Dr. Kim was efficient and thorough.
5.0
April 23, 2024
Dr. Kim is usually quite prompt. Only few minutes late today. She’s professional and kind. Willing to answer my questions. Also not too pushy about jumping to drugs as first course of action, whenever labs aren’t ideal. I appreciate this!
5.0
April 22, 2024
Doctor and nurses were outstanding
5.0
April 20, 2024
My visit with Dr. Kim was Excellent ,
5.0
April 17, 2024
She attended me quickly and listened. She was caring and sympathetic. The ordered blood n X-ray rays.
5.0
April 17, 2024
She was efficient and personable and thorough.
5.0
April 17, 2024
I had a physical exam with Dr. Kim. She was very thorough and pleasant.
5.0
April 17, 2024
Dr. Kim was attentive, knowledgeable and provided necessary resources and follow ups to keep me on track. Overall great experience.
5.0
April 15, 2024
Excellent!
5.0
April 15, 2024
Dr Kim took the time to listen to everything I needed to talk about. I didn’t feel rushed. I felt I was being heard and that my care was important.
5.0
April 13, 2024
Easy to talk with; thorough
5.0
April 12, 2024
Good listener
3.0
April 10, 2024
I just don’t think I was really listened to. I’ve already been diagnosed with something and she started off by questioning if I even had and didn’t addresss any of the concerns I had and fixated on things I didn’t even come in for.
5.0
April 10, 2024
Dr Rhee is always very attentative during the meeting and takes time to answers questions.
5.0
April 5, 2024
All was good your personal are trained very good
5.0
April 4, 2024
She was great. Listened, thorough and informative.
5.0
April 4, 2024
Very thorough review w Dr. Kim. Looking forward to phone consult w all test results. Thanks..
5.0
April 4, 2024
Video meeting is a fantastic opportunity to ask questions to my doctor quickly. It was very quick and helpful.
5.0
April 2, 2024
She’s nice
5.0
April 1, 2024
She listened to what was going on with me. That didn’t happen the last time and I appreciated it.
5.0
March 28, 2024
Very professional and caring
5.0
March 28, 2024
Excellent. Dr Kim is very thorough, and good knowledge
5.0
March 27, 2024
Extremely attentive, thorough and patient. Listened and connected with me and my wife.
5.0
March 25, 2024
The nurse and dr Diane Kim were fantastic. They listened and provided solutions. I really appreciate their knowledge and support.
5.0
March 23, 2024
Very thorough, caring and astute
5.0
March 22, 2024
Excellent! So kind. Thorough. Professional. Intelligent. Absolutely love Dr Kim.
5.0
March 20, 2024
I appreciated her kind demeanor and informative nature.
5.0
March 20, 2024
This was my first visit with Dr. Kim. She was very helpful and knowledgeable. She reviewed my records with me and was very professional.
5.0
March 18, 2024
Timely informative and positive
5.0
March 15, 2024
Listened to me, took her time with me, showed concern
5.0
March 14, 2024
I had many questions about my recent other doctor appointments, and she explained them until I understood did a great job
5.0
March 13, 2024
She had the travel inoculations information and e reviewed it together.
5.0
March 11, 2024
Dr Kim was exceptional. Very courteous and helpful.
5.0
March 11, 2024
It was fast and informative.
5.0
March 8, 2024
Very positive experience. Had a lot of my questions answered.
5.0
March 8, 2024
She took the time to get to understand my concerns and really listened to what I was saying and what I did not say. She spent time with me, more than I and sure she was supposed to and NEVER made me feel like she was rushing through. She asked me if I was ok with her suggested interventions and explained everything.
5.0
March 6, 2024
Dr. Kim was engaged and focused on my care. I really enjoyed how seriously she took my appointment.
5.0
March 6, 2024
Dr. Kim is always attentive, explains results thoroughly and answers any questions I have. I feel grateful to have her as my doctor. It is hard to find excellent medical care on a consistent basis, but she provides both, and in a timely manner.
5.0
March 5, 2024
Dr. Kim is helpful with every need! Best primary care physician I've ever had.
5.0
March 1, 2024
Good listener and communicator
5.0
March 1, 2024
First time meeting my new Doctor. So far so good.
5.0
February 29, 2024
She is listening and well aware of my medical record. Provided good recommendations.