DR. CHOLL WAN KIM, M.D.
Medical Practice at Alvarado Rd, San Diego, CA

License number

California A64323

Professional information

Choll W. Kim, San Diego CA

Specialties:

Orthopedic Surgeon, Spine Specialist

Address:

6719 Alvarado Rd, San Diego, CA 92120
15611 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA 92064

Education:

Medical School - Harvard University
Mayo Clinic, Fellowship in Spine Surgery
University of California, San Diego, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
University of California, Los Angeles (PhD)

Languages:

English, Spanish

Professional Memberships:

Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, North American Spine Society, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, San Diego Chapter of the Western Orthopaedic Association

Awards and Publications:

America’s Top Doctor by Castle Connolly (11th Edition) - Jan 2012, World Congress of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery & Techniques: 2008, California Orthopaedic Association Lloyd W. Taylor Award - Feb 2000, Expert Consultant for ABC News - May 2007, James Esch Award for Best Clinical Research - Jun 1999, McGovern SC, Sethuraman V, Kim CW, Osman DR, Cohen-Gadol A, Larson DR, Huddleston PM, Thielen KR, Yaszemski MJ, Currier BL. Efficacy of Image-guided Biopsy for Suspected Spinal Infection. Spine Journal, Ward SR, Kim CW, Eng CM, Gottschalk LJ, Tomiya A, Garfin SR, Lieber RL. Architectural analysis and intraoperative measurements demonstrate the unique design of the multifidus muscle for lumbar spine stability. J Bone Join Surg Am 2009, Jan 91(1), 176-85., Webb J, Gottschalk L, Lee YP, Garfin S, Kim CW. Surgeon Perceptions of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery. SAS Journal 2008, Volume 2, Issue 2, 145-149, 2008., Choo AD, Regev G, Garfin SR, Kim CW. Surgeon’s Perceptions of Spinal Navigation: Analysis of Key Factors Affecting the Lack of Adoption of Spinal Navigation Technology. SAS Journal 2(4): 189-94, 2008, Harvard Medical School - Cum Laude, Founder - Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (SMISS)

Board certifications:

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Hospital affiliations:

Alvarado Hospital Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

About:

“I spent twenty years learning how to diagnose and treat patients with spinal disease; but the most important education I obtained was when my father became ill and I experienced ...

Apparatus And Methods For Anchoring Electrode Leads For Use With Implantable Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulator

US Patent:

2013013, May 23, 2013

Filed:

Aug 1, 2012

Appl. No.:

13/564584

Inventors:

Peter Andrew CROSBY - Blaine MN, US
Choll Kim - San Diego CA, US
Jason Alan Shiroff - Edina MN, US
Prashant Brijmohansingh Rawat - Blaine MN, US
Dan Sachs - Minneapolis MN, US

International Classification:

A61N 1/05

US Classification:

607116

Abstract:

Apparatus and methods for tethering an electrode lead to an anatomical structure within a patient using a coupling member are provided. An anchor configured to be secured to the anatomical structure and an electrode lead suitable for neuromuscular stimulation of spinal muscles and/or nerves innervating one or more muscles that contribute to spine stability may be used. The electrode lead is configured to be coupled to the anchor via the coupling member by securing a first end of the coupling member to the electrode lead and securing a second end of the coupling member to an eyelet of the anchor to place the electrode lead at a desired anatomical site within the patient.

Executive Director, Society For Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery At Minimally Invasive Spine Institute

Position:

Executive Director, Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery at Minimally Invasive Spine Institute

Location:

Greater San Diego Area

Industry:

Medical Devices

Work:

Minimally Invasive Spine Institute - Executive Director, Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Dr. Choll W Kim, San Diego CA - MD (Doctor of Medicine)

Specialties:

Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Address:

Spine Institute of San Diego
6719 Alvarado Rd, San Diego 92120
(619) 265-7912 (Phone), (619) 265-7922 (Fax)
255 N Elm St STE 201, Escondido 92025
(619) 265-7912 (Phone)

Procedures:

Spinal Surgery

Conditions:

Spinal Surgery

Certifications:

Orthopedic Surgery

Awards:

Healthgrades Honor Roll

Languages:

English

Hospitals:

Spine Institute of San Diego
6719 Alvarado Rd, San Diego 92120
255 N Elm St STE 201, Escondido 92025
Alvarado Hospital
6655 Alvarado Rd, San Diego 92120
Palomar Medical Center
555 East Valley Pkwy, Escondido 92025
Sharp Memorial Hospital
7901 Frost St, San Diego 92123
Pomerado Hospital
15615 Pomerado Rd, Poway 92064
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
9888 Genesee Ave, La Jolla 92037

Philosophy:

Dr. Kim is a nationally known expert in the modern field of computer-assisted minimally invasive spine surgery. He has trained specialists throughout the country on the safe and effective application of state-of-the-art techniques using image guidance and navigation technologies. Dr. Kim utilizes a broad range of minimally invasive treatments to effectively treat all aspects of complex spinal disorders, including spinal stenosis, spinal deformities (such as scoliosis, spondylolisthesis, and kyphosis), traumatic injuries, tumors, and infections throughout the entire spine from the neck to the low back.

Education:

Medical School
Harvard Medical School
University Of California San Diego Med Center
Graduated: 1997
Graduated: 2001
Mayo Clinic
Graduated: 2002

Implant System And Minimally Invasive Method For Immobilizing Adjacent Vertebral Bodies

US Patent:

2011008, Apr 7, 2011

Filed:

Jun 5, 2008

Appl. No.:

12/995996

Inventors:

Benjamin M. Nazeck - San Clemente CA, US
Choll W. Kim - San Diego CA, US

International Classification:

A61B 17/70, A61B 17/88

US Classification:

606264, 606279

Abstract:

A spinal implant system for use in immobilizing adjacent vertebral bodies in a minimally invasive manner, including a pair of implants having lengths {sufficient so that one of the ends extend outside of a patient's body when the implants are installed. Each implant has a pair of opposed elongated posts which in conjunction with an orthogonally arranged support surface define a transverse opening for receiving a stabilizing rod. A cap having upper and lower surfaces is associated with each implant, each cap and it's associated post has means for advancing the cap along the posts toward the support surface to lock a stabilizing rod therebetween. The rod is pivotally coupled to one of the caps so that the rod, when pivoted, will extend between the transverse openings in adjacently installed implants.