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Ivana K Kim

Ivana K Kim, MD

Retina and Vitreous DiseasesComprehensive Ophthalmology

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

Locations

  1. Mass Eye and Ear Ophthalmology Laser Service
  2. Mass Eye and Ear Retina Service

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Massachusetts Eye and Ear***, Retina, 2003
  • Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear***, Ophthalmology, 2001
  • Internship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Medicine, 1998
  • Medical Education: Harvard Medical School, 1997

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology, 2003

Insurance

Search plans
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Options
  • Coventry
  • Fallon Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth
  • Medicaid CT
  • Medicaid ME
  • Medicaid NH
  • Medicaid RI
  • Medicaid VT
  • Medicare
  • Multiplan
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • TriCare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • Tufts Public Health Plan
  • United Health Care
  • Wellpoint
  • WellSense

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

430 ratings, 158 reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

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  • Reviewed on 4/6/2026

    Dr Ivana Kim extremely knowledgeable and through.

  • Reviewed on 3/21/2026

    Dr. Kim was outstanding

  • Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    Very focused and meticulous

  • Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    Well, I was mentioning to a friend of mine that the doctor was very, very thorough. She checked about five different times and no one has ever spent that kind of time with me in a doctor's office. So I'm really impressed with the doctor's professionalism, even the nurses that came in. It was the best experience I've had at a healthcare facility and I really appreciate it. That's what I came, that's what I left the facility thinking that this is a really great experience and the doctor really spent a lot of time with me. I felt heard.

  • Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    Very forthright and positive.

  • Reviewed on 3/12/2026

    Dr Kim has been amazing! She has taken care of me and my eye for 7 1/2 years. I owe my sight to her! I refer OM people to her all the time.

  • Reviewed on 3/9/2026

    I think she was very kind, Dr. Kim, and very knowledgeable, and I felt very comfortable with her. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 3/7/2026

    Every employee interaction was welcoming , engaging, and considerate!

  • Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    everything in this facility was top-notch the doctors, the nurses receptionist, the check-in process, the timing, the effectiveness, and the use of all your equipment.

  • Reviewed on 2/23/2026

    Dr. Kim and her staff, especially [redacted], her nurse, they're very thorough, very knowledgeable, very personable, and it's really wonderful to have the experience with them.

  • Reviewed on 2/23/2026

    Dr Kim is an amazing person, excellent surgeon and the best doctor in her field.

  • Reviewed on 2/17/2026

    Dr. Kim has been great. Surgery is never fun but I felt she did a great job. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 2/16/2026

    Comfortable

  • Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Excellent. five stars

  • Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    Dr Ivana Kim and her staff are very thorough and professional.

  • Reviewed on 2/8/2026

    Expert in field.

  • Reviewed on 2/7/2026

    It was a good appointment, pretty quick and a good check up.

  • Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Dr Kim is patient caring answers questions and explains answers thoroughly

  • Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    Nothing. Dr. Kim was respectful, and it was a helpful, informative visit.

  • Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    Dr. Ivana Kim is the best. She always takes the time to talk with me in a language I can understand. She goes over all the applicable tests given. She looks for further testing and visits and advises me such. And I am very, very fortunate to have her.

  • Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    It makes me feel good knowing that I'm in the best hands possible for my condition

  • Reviewed on 1/26/2026

    Always have a good appointment with Dr Kim

  • Reviewed on 1/26/2026

    The entire staff, residents, receptionist, technicians, nurses, as well as Dr Kim did an impressive job!

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    The provider ordered very extensive tests to insure accurate diagnosis. Dr. Kim was very professional and caring.

  • Reviewed on 1/19/2026

    I was very pleased with Dr. Kim's care and thorough assessment of my condition.

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    I have been a patient of Dr. Kim's for well over a decade. Every aspect of my procedures and office visits, could not have been any better. She is extremely knowledgeable, highly professional and very caring. She does not rush through an appointment and insurers that I understand everything she says, and always asks if I have any questions.

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Very know and caring.

  • Reviewed on 1/15/2026

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  • Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    I was in such good hands!

  • Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    Kind, considerate, caring in addition to being extremely knowledgeable with my condition.

  • Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Dr. Kim is awesome. I have been seeing her now for more than 20 years. She has saved my vision. I have diabetic retinopathy and my left eye is pretty much useless. So she has saved the vision in my right eye. I respect her highly and I would recommend her. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Everything was excellent. The x-ray technician was efficient and technically proficient, but did not even respond to thank you and happy new year, being personable is also as important.

  • Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    On the Monday following the New Year weekend the building was very busy. Inspite of that, I had my eyesight and pressure checked, my eyes dilated, my imaging done and had my results checked by both the resident and Dr Kim. All in about 1 hr and 10 minutes. Very thorough, impressive... and friendly. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 12/27/2025

    It's always been good.

  • Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    I have been coming to MEEI for almost 4 years, every time I am there everyone is nice, professional, listens to my concerns, and everything is done in a timely manner. You don't get this kind of service or attention where I live, I thank you so much for everything that you do.

  • Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Dr. Kim, Is an excellent care provider. She is prepared, knowledgeable, and caring. She takes the time to clearly communicate results, concerns and next steps. She also takes the time to listen and to respond accordingly.

  • Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Good visit except expecting a call back about scheduling my next appointment. Have not received a call as yet

  • Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Lipstened well, was respectful and clear.

  • Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Very thorough & professional experience with Doctor and Staff. GREATLY appreciated.

  • Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    Ivana Kim is a great doctor. She's unbeatable. She's an expert in her field and she saved my life. So she got to be absolutely a 10.

  • Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Dr. Kim is wonderful. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    She is smart, very caring and careful. She found a fault in the test I had taken there and send me back for another test. I was very disappointed that the girl who took the test did not know it was taken very poorly.

  • Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    I receive excellent care and concern for my eye diagnosis from Dr Kim

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Compassionate, clear, thoughtful

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Performed a very thorough exam explaining why she did each step.

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Dr. Kim, about nine years ago, saved my sight from a detached retina, and she is a wonderful and very thoughtful doctor.

  • Reviewed on 12/7/2025

    Dr Kim is very professional and compassionate she explains everything well and she always puts me at ease. She listens to me and answers my questions and addresses my concerns with a smile

  • Reviewed on 12/7/2025

    Always feel I'm getting great care.

  • Reviewed on 12/4/2025

    She's very knowledgeable about her subject. She takes interest in her patients and she has a lot of patience to explain things that we are not uncertain about. Okay, thank you. Bye.

  • Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Friendly, knowledgeable and on time.

  • Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    My visits to MA Eye and Ear have always been pleasant and professional.

  • Reviewed on 11/29/2025

    Best Best Best Best ? persent

  • Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    Great visit

  • Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    I would not have my Eyesight today [redacted] if not for Dr. Ivana Kim and her Staff of Massachusetts Eye and Ear Employees efforts to Restore it and Retain it through a series of Operations and Procedures dating back almost 15 years. Dr. Ivana Kim has devoted time for me over that period in a DEDICATED &SELFLESS MANNER, and during all the Pre-Op, and Post-Op ,as well as regular visits She has ALWAYS TREATED ME WITH DIGNITY AND RESPECT and Always taken the time to Explain my Options in a Very Kind and Courteous Manner over the last 14 Plus Years. THANK YOU DR. IVANA KIM AND STAFF!!!

  • Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    Thanks

  • Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    Dr. Kim is very clear on explaining my eye disease and how its now stable which makes me very happy. It's a hike for me to get to Mass Eye & Ear to see her, but well worth it.

  • Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    Very professional, knowledgeable, addressed my concerned and talked with me in detail.

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Simply put I have anxiety and this appointment like most of my medical appointments make me anxious, Dr. Kim is caring and understanding of my Anxiety. I truly appreciate the this approach.

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    I have the highest respect for Dr. Ivana Kim. I've said in the past and still feel that I trust her with my life! She is the best and deserves the highest praise available.

  • Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    Every time I have been at Mass Eye and Ear, I was called in to run several tests almost immediately. The entire visit was less than one hour. Everyone is extremely nice and helpful. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Knowledgeable,personable,thorough and reassuring. An excellent doctor!!!

  • Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Excellent

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    very good

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    MEEI has always been a top notch experience form timely execution of the visit details to the care provoded.

  • Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    The whole experience went great. I was very satisfied with the process of everything that went on. I am satisfied.

  • Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    She has carefully followed me and monitored my care since our first meeting in [redacted]. I could not have had a better physician.

  • Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    My experience has always been very good; Dr. Kim is an excellent and attentive professional.

  • Reviewed on 11/8/2025

    My last visit was quick and efficient. All aspects of the visit had no waiting times.

  • Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    Excellent care

  • Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    Dr. Kim was very pleasant and spoke in layman terms so my medical situation was understandable.

  • Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    She is very personable

  • Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    Absolutely loved Dr Kim! [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 11/2/2025

    very pleasant and professional

  • Reviewed on 11/2/2025

    My experience with Dr. Ivana Kim and all the staff in the Retina center (including in Photos and Ultrasound) was very positive. They answer my questions thoroughly. They explain what they are doing.

  • Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Dr. Kim was excellent, listened well, clearly knew what she was doing, and her staff was equally good.

  • Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    All providers were the best. Very thorough review change in status and treatment options.

  • Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    All went well.

  • Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    Dr. Kim is an intelligent, compassionate, personable provider. She listens carefully to what I say and responds to all my questions.

  • Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    She is the best

  • Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    I have always felt that all the staff were patient and very attentive.

  • Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    Always patient and explains everything. Love this office!

  • Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    I would highly recommend Dr IKim.

  • Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Experience with Dr. Kim and office and other doctors and nurses, always excellent. And they always listen to my needs and always give the best feedback to me that they can.

  • Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    Dr Kim is a wonderful physician. She is very knowledgeable and provides excellent advice

  • Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    I seen Dr. Kim. I think her and her staff is amazing. She spent plenty of time with me, explained everything. She's awesome. She is absolutely awesome.

  • Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    I thought this was the best experience I had. The people were very nice, very attentive, very courteous. I couldn't say anything better than the people that were working for her. I think she has a wonderful, wonderful group of people working for her. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Dr. Ivana Kim listens very well and she has a very good bedside manner, period. And I told her so.

  • Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    I feel very lucky to be in the good hands of Dr Kim for my eye.

  • Reviewed on 10/12/2025

    Dr. Kim took a lot of time looking at my eye and at the ultrasound and trying to understand what they showed and then was careful to be sure I understood it also. She was willing to answer my questions fully and explain the reasons for her answers. And she made me feel that she really cared about me as a person as well as just a medical puzzle.

  • Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    Very competent, caring , efficient care from all staff.

  • Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    The office is well run I like how you go from one pod to the next pod Dr. Kim is so smart

  • Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    She is very thorough and attentive but very busy.

  • Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    Excellent. I had no problem at all. They explained themselves very well and they were very professional.

  • Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Professional, easy to understand and the vision testing staff as well as the clerical/admin staff worked together like clockwork.

  • Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Dr Kim Is thoughtful and kind!!!

  • Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Always a great experience.

  • Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    This is my 9th year back at MASS Eye AND EAR.. I feel like I am home when I come back for my eye check up. Can't imagine going anywhere else.. Very professional atmosphere.. Simply the best!

  • Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Was outstanding.

  • Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Very professional and listened to what we had to say, answered our questions and went over all my information in a timely matter. It was a nice visit overall.

  • Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    He is the best. Thank you. Goodbye.

  • Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    Dr Kim is caring, knowledgeable, diligent, and professional. I am grateful that she is directly involved in my healthcare.

  • Reviewed on 9/22/2025

    Ivana KIm she is one of the best

  • Reviewed on 9/22/2025

    Dr Kim runs an amazing operation. Like a well oiled machine. From the time everyone spoke to me about my diagnoses to the plan that was put in place and to making me feel like I am her of her utmost concern. She is A+

  • Reviewed on 9/13/2025

    Dr. Kim was excellent! I came here for a 2nd opinion after being seen at Wills Eye Hospital. The 2nd opinion changed my life!

  • Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    In spite of how busy Dr. Kim is, she is always focused on me the patient and attentive to my concerns and condition.

  • Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Dr KIm is always thorough and goes over my pictures and ultrasound in detail with me.

  • Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Dr. Kim is efficient. She takes the time to explain everything to me. She's been very kind and helpful. She's been available at all times, even on weekends when I've had emergencies. She is top notch.

  • Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Dr. Kim has been concerned and responsive concerning my eye condition since I met her. She is kind but efficient, and always makes sure I understand my case.

  • Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    The total time spent at MEEI has been cut down drastically. I use to see the doctor first, then do all the testing. Now it's the opposite which makes more sense to me. Everyone is very pleasant. They always take the time to answer any questions I have.

  • Reviewed on 9/8/2025

    It takes hours for me to get to Boston, hours to get home, very hard to get a ride. So I'm going to go to the Mass Eye and Ear in Providence, Rhode Island to have my eye checked for what's going on with me now. But I definitely will go back to Dr. Kim. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    Very explanatory! Courteous.

  • Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    Dr. Kim is wonderful- kind, gentle, knowledgeable and was carefully considering all options and I never felt rushed. She was courteous when examining me, and I felt very much cared for. The fellow was also great, as well as everyone on the scanning and photo team. Everyone treated me so well, I was grateful as I was nervous coming in. I really appreciated how when I arrived earlier than my appointment, I was immediately attended to, that is a wonderful thing to have patients queue up like that and creates a seamless flow instead of having you wait for the slotted time.

  • Reviewed on 8/25/2025

    Dr. Ivana Kim was very respectful, very thorough, and asked and listened to me. She is a very good professional provider.

  • Reviewed on 8/25/2025

    The staff and Dr Kim are the best and genuinely care about me as a patient . They are the beat

  • Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    This was the second time seeing Dr Kim after seeing Dr [redacted] for 11 years. I found her to be much more available and open than he was. She seemed to have time to answer my concerns [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Dr. Kim is wonderful-I hope she never leaves !!!!

  • Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Great doctor, trust totally

  • Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Knows me well since my first visit over 10 years ago to MEEI

  • Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    It has been wonderful working with Dr. Kim concerning my ongoing care. I've felt that my concerns have been addressed as needed and test results were explained very well to me.

  • Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    Dr. Kim is very professional and she explains things in a very understandable manner and she is very responsive to questions and she helped me a great deal and I am very grateful to her.

  • Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Excellent

  • Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Thank you for your help.

  • Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    Dr Kim is amazing. But I had a bit of a bad experience with the gel from the eye ultrasound. It got a painful stinging in my eye and eye lid from the gel. This was the fourth time I have had ultrasound on y eye, and never had an issue before. I think it was a new kind of gel that stuck more to my eye and created a reaction. The nurses that rinsed my eye, and the doctors also were kind. The receptionists various cou ters were kind and helped imediately.

  • Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    very professional

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    My life could not be in better hands.

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    I am very grateful to Dr.Ivana Kim for everything she has done and is doing for me, for other people, I really appreciate it, may God help her to continue helping people

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Excellent care

  • Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    I have been seeing Dr Ivana Kim for 13 years. She is the BEST!

  • Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    Dr. Kim is thorough and kind.

  • Reviewed on 8/9/2025

    SHE IS VERY THOROUGH & PROFESSIONAL. SEEING HER IS A PLEASURE.

  • Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    Dr Kim knows her stuff

  • Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    All personnel were professional, respectful, and friendly. I really appreciated the high level of care I received from Dr. Kim and her team.

  • Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    I know Dr Kim is the very best in her field, and I am grateful to be in her care.

  • Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    efficient and knowledgeable.

  • Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Excellent care and detail regarding my issue.

  • Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Extremely happy with the care provided.

  • Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Nothing more. I was satisfied and impressed with my overall experience.

  • Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    Dr Kim was very good and listened to me . I feel very blessed to have Doctors like this to care for my needs.

  • Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    She explains in a manner I can understand the exact problems I am facing with my macular degeneration.

  • Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Very Knowledgeable and took time to explain things to me in terms that were understandable.

  • Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    I just wish I had been told that she had moved to a different POD. I got there and went ti the wrong place. They were great when I called and Tod them I was stuck in traffic and may be late. They offered support

  • Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    Extremely grateful for the care and support Dr. Kim provides each and every visit.

  • Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    i feel that im in the best care possible for the condition i have. it is a learning experience for all of us and a journey that can sometimes be challenging. Dr. Kim has made me feel at ease and when asked a direct question i feel that i have a direct answer. her RN is top shelf and works diligently to resolve any and all issues promptly and always gets back to you.

  • Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    Dr. Ivana Kim and her staff were exceptionally polite, friendly, and professional.

  • Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    Dr. Kim is absolutely the very best DOCTOR my wife and I have ever experienced such a dedicated person in our [redacted] years.

  • Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    Dr. Kim and her entire team are professional, caring, and knowledgeable!

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    I feel very fortunate to have Dr. Kim as my doctor. She has my total confidence.

  • Reviewed on 6/8/2025

    nothing much, I am happy with all .

  • Reviewed on 6/6/2025

    Dr. Kim has been very good. She's very good at explaining everything and telling you what's going on. The time you have to wait is kind of long, but there's a lot of people waiting to get seen. And I like her very much. She explains everything. Very good doctor. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Dr. Kim is awesome! She saved the sight in my right eye. Plus she is very kind and caring and always professional and upbeat.

  • Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    It's a pleasure to see Dr. Kim every year, knowing that my condition is fully understood by her. I trust her completely.

  • Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    supa!

  • Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Great doctor and staff

  • Reviewed on 5/28/2025

    While I had 3 tests before seeing the doctor and all those happened in a timely manner because I had the first appointment of the day, I did have to wait 35 minutes to see the doctor. I am wondering if there is a more efficient way to schedule the doctor appoints to minimize wait times.

  • Reviewed on 5/27/2025

    I trust Dr. Kim for my eye care issues. She is professional and thorough in discussing the results of tests and follow up treatment .

  • Reviewed on 5/26/2025

    This provider is one of the best doctors I've ever had. She's open, she tells you just like it is, and she proceeds. And if something goes wrong, she'll tell you that and tell you what your next move is. I would very highly recommend her to anyone for treatment.

  • Reviewed on 5/26/2025

    She is excellent. Caring and knowledgeable.

  • Reviewed on 5/26/2025

    I have 100% trust and confidence in the care I have been receiving, and every member of the team there has been outstanding!