Jeffery D. Kim, MD

Dr. Jeffery Kim is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon with extensive experience in all aspects of spine care. He evaluates and treats a wide range of spinal conditions including degenerative spine disorders, deformity, trauma and sacroiliac joint dysfunction. His clinical focus is on delivering comprehensive care tailored to each patient’s unique needs, with the goal of restoring function and enhancing quality of life.

Dr. Kim specializes in advanced surgical and non-surgical management of spinal disorders, including complex reconstruction, minimally invasive spine procedures and targeted interventions such as the SI-Bone iFuse implant system for sacroiliac joint treatment. He emphasizes clear communication and shared decision making, ensuring that patients understand their diagnosis and treatment options.

He earned his medical degree from Rush Medical College at Rush University in Chicago, Illinois, and completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine. He pursued fellowship training in spine surgery at Northwestern University Medical Center in Chicago, further refining his expertise in both complex and routine spinal care.

Dr. Kim is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and maintains active membership in national professional organizations including the Lumbar Spine Research Society and the North American Spine Society. His academic work includes contributions to peer-reviewed research publications in spine surgery topics, supporting advancements in clinical approaches and patient outcomes.

Education & Training

• Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University (Chicago, Ill.)
• Residency: Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine - Orthopaedic Surgery (Huntington, W.Va.)
• Fellowship: Northwestern University Medical Center - Spine Surgery (Chicago, Ill.)

Honors & Memberships

• Member, Lumbar Spine Research Society
• Member, North American Spine Society

Certification

• Certified: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery