Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Memberships in professional societies
Languages
Interests
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Sophia Kim

Irvine,CA

Summary

Dynamic medical professional with extensive experience in ophthalmology, specializing in glaucoma treatment and patient education. Skilled in physical examination and relationship building, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through compassionate care and strategic planning. Proficient in patient assessment, medical terminology, and electronic health records. Highly competent in computer usage with long-term experience, and able to quickly adapt to a wide range of software applications.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Observer

UCI Medical Center
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Observed patient interactions to enhance understanding of clinical practices and procedures.
  • Collaborated with medical staff to ensure efficient workflow within the clinical environment.
  • Shadowed experienced healthcare providers, learning valuable techniques for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.

Medical Doctor

SNU Blue Eye Clinic
2022 - 08.2024
  • Worked as a glaucoma specialist.
  • Diagnosed and treated various eye conditions, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Conducted comprehensive eye examinations, utilizing advanced diagnostic equipment.
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Educated patients on preventive care and post-operative procedures to enhance recovery.

Medical Doctor

Gyeonggi Provincial Medical Center
2015 - 2022
  • Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
  • Led multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care protocols.
  • Served as a chief medical doctor at a residential treatment facility for COVID-19 with 1,200 beds. Developed a protocol and worksheets that enabled four physicians to efficiently manage 1,200 patients.
  • Established strong relationships with patients and their families, fostering trust and commitment to the healthcare plan.
  • Managed budgetary responsibilities while maintaining high standards of care and maximizing resource allocation efficiency
  • Renovation of ophthalmology department

Clinical Fellow

Seoul National University Hospital
2014 - 2015
  • Conducted research to support project initiatives and contribute to strategic discussions.
  • Assisted in analyzing data trends to inform decision-making processes and enhance project outcomes.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop presentations and reports for stakeholder engagement.
  • Engaged in cross-functional meetings to align project goals with organizational priorities.

Education

Ph.D. - Medicine

Seoul National University
Seoul, South Korea
02-2028

M.D. - Medicine

Seoul National University
Seoul, Korea
02-2009

Skills

  • Physical examination
  • Patient assessment
  • Treatment Planning
  • Patient education
  • Surgical skills

  • Relationship building
  • Time management
  • Electronic medical record software
  • Adaptability
  • Multitasking

Certification

  • Board Certification in Ophthalmology by the Korean Board of Medical Specialists (2014)
  • Medical License issued by the Ministry of Health and Welfare, Republic of Korea (2009)

Memberships in professional societies

  • 2009- present, Member of the Korean Medical Association
  • 2014- present, Member of the Korean Ophthalmology Society
  • 2015- present, Member of the Korean Glaucoma Society

Languages

English
Full Professional
Korean
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement: Always learning something
  • Running
  • Drawing and Painting
  • Piano

Timeline

Clinical Observer

UCI Medical Center
01.2025 - 07.2025

Medical Doctor

SNU Blue Eye Clinic
2022 - 08.2024

Medical Doctor

Gyeonggi Provincial Medical Center
2015 - 2022

Clinical Fellow

Seoul National University Hospital
2014 - 2015

Ph.D. - Medicine

Seoul National University

M.D. - Medicine

Seoul National University