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Jae Y. Kim,

M.D.

Thoracic Surgeon

4.8 (127 Ratings)
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Location
City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center - Duarte
1500 East Duarte Road
Duarte, CA 91010
Specialties
Thoracic Surgery
Education
Medical school:

M.D., Medicine, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA

Residency:

General Surgery - University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA

Academic Appointments
  • Chief and Associate Professor, Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery
About Me

Jae Y. Kim, M.D., is the chief of thoracic surgery at City of Hope® Cancer Center Duarte, where he diagnoses and treats a wide range of cancer types, including lung cancer, esophageal cancer, mesothelioma, sarcoma and thymoma and thymic carcinoma. He has expertise in both conventional open surgery and minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures. 

Dr. Kim attended Harvard University as an undergraduate and went on to earn his medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco. He then pursued a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery with a specialty in thoracic oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, before joining City of Hope’s team. 

A physician-scholar, Dr. Kim conducts research into new treatments for lung and esophageal cancer and has led clinical trials focusing on improving outcomes for patients undergoing surgery for these conditions.

Patient reviews
The patient ratings and comments on this page are obtained from an external Press Ganey® outpatient survey provided to all eligible City of Hope patients within one to two weeks of their treatment occurrence. Raw data from the answers to the survey questions about our physicians are calculated by Press Ganey into a one- to five- star rating. In the spirit of transparency, all patient comments are posted as written by the patient, whether they are positive or negative. We only exclude comments if they are deemed to be slanderous or libelous, contain profanity or vulgar language, or do not relate to the patient's experience with the doctor involved. As a result, the comments are the views and opinions of the patients surveyed and are not endorsed by, and may not necessarily reflect the opinion of, City of Hope.
Apr 24, 2026
5.0
"I didn't know the level of care I received at C of H still existed. Even the parking attendants demonstrated care."
Apr 24, 2026
5.0
"I spoke to 2 other thoracic surgeons prior to meeting with Dr. Kim. He was by far more aware of the details of my condition and gave me a more detailed and realistic explanation of the surgery needed going forward. I am so fortunate to be under his care."
Mar 13, 2026
5.0
"Good"
Mar 13, 2026
5.0
"Good"
Mar 6, 2026
5.0
"Again, an amazing doctor. Exceptional at his job and interpersonal skills"
Feb 13, 2026
5.0
"Care at City of Hope is first class. The Orange County Lennar facility is awesome just like their staff!"
Jan 23, 2026
5.0
"Only good experience. Thank you City of Hope for giving us hope."
Jan 23, 2026
5.0
"I don't think we could have found any other doctor better than Jae Kim. He is highly knowledgeable, professional, has good bedside manners. One of the best in thoracic surgery who is specialized in lung operation and treatment."
Dec 28, 2025
5.0
"Knowledgeable and kind. A privilege to have him as my doctor"
Oct 31, 2025
5.0
"Very satisfied."
Oct 19, 2025
4.7
"I cannot say enough how pleased I have been about the care I received at City of Hope"
Oct 17, 2025
5.0
"Outstanding All Around."
Oct 17, 2025
5.0
"Doctor Jae Kim is Outstanding and The Best."
Sep 14, 2025
5.0
"Excellent experience"
Sep 14, 2025
5.0
"Excellent Team of Professionals!"
Aug 22, 2025
5.0
"Dr. Kim is very good at explaining things."
Aug 19, 2025
5.0
"Dr. Kim is one of the most kind, caring professionals in healthcare. He is not only knowledgeable but also communicates in terms that the average patient can easily understand. He is respectful and takes the time to ensure that all questions and concerns are addressed during the appointment. He is by far one of the best doctors on staff at the COH, and I am grateful to have him on my team."
Aug 15, 2025
5.0
"Excellent doctor"
Aug 2, 2025
5.0
"Dr Kim has always been very personable and compassionate"
Jul 27, 2025
5.0
"Flawless!"
Jul 27, 2025
5.0
"Excellent service!"
Jul 22, 2025
5.0
"The best provider."
Jul 22, 2025
5.0
"City of Hope a very good place for cancer treatment."
Jul 13, 2025
5.0
"Dr Kim was very detailed in his explanations and open to my thoughts and concerns"
Jul 11, 2025
5.0
"Dr. Jae Kim is the best and I am confident I am getting the best care. Again very thankful."
Jun 30, 2025
5.0
"Doctor Kim is simply the best, can't say enough great things about him and his staff"
Jun 28, 2025
5.0
"God bless doctor Kim"
Jun 28, 2025
5.0
"I can only say God bless Dr. Kim is very nice very good doctor"
Jun 23, 2025
5.0
"Dr. Jae Kim is an excellent doctor who listens, is concerned, gives his medical advice (if needed) and is very thoughtful. I am very blessed to have him as my doctor!"