Patient Testimonials

Ara B.
Age: 59 years old
Occupation: Chef
Diagnosis: Trace L4-5 spondylolisthesis and severe left L3-4, L4-5 neuroforaminal stenosis
Symptoms: Burning and aching from the low back to the left knee and numbness from the left calf to left foot.
Procedure: Left L3-4, L4-5 laser endoscopic spine surgery (LESS)

Isabell B.
Age: 38 years old
Occupation: Real Estate Agent
Diagnosis: Severe L4-5 degenerative disc disease after previous microdiscectomy
Symptoms: Burning and aching in low back and bilateral buttocks, along with weakness in left tibialis anterior.
Procedure: Left L4-5 Laser Endoscopic Fusion (via TLIF technique)

Travis M.
Age: 37 years old
Occupation: Vice President of Operations
Diagnosis: Left L5-S1 herniated disc
Symptoms: Burning and aching in his left buttock,
left thigh and left calf, along with numbness in his left foot.
Procedure: Left L5-S1 laser endoscopic spine surgery (LESS)

Symptoms: Pain that radiated down the right leg.
Procedure: Right L3-4, L4-5 Laser Endoscopic Spine Surgery (LESS)
“I had sciatic pain level 9-10 to the point where I could barely walk. I had an L2-L4 laminectomy in 2000 and was on disability for 4 months. This time I wanted minimally invasive surgery. I researched various procedures and surgeons and took a chance with Dr. Kim. I sent his office my MRI to see if they might be able to help. To my surprise, I received a diagnosis letter from Dr. Kim himself stating that I was a candidate for LESS. The procedure went so well that I walked out of the hospital a few hours later and 3 months later there is only occasional minor pain (level 1 or 2). Throughout the entire process including post op, Dr. Kim and his office staff were totally professional, I would recommend to anyone that if they are contemplating back surgery; see Dr. Kim first.”

Symptoms: Persistent back pain and numbness of his thighs and legs.
Procedure: Left L5-S1 Laser Endoscopic Spine Surgery (LESS)
“I consulted with Dr. Choll Kim after injuring myself on duty. I had extreme lower back pain and pain going down both my legs. After completing months of physical therapy, Dr. Kim suggested his Laser Endoscopic Spine Surgery. It has been 1 month since surgery and I feel amazing, my back pain is gone and the pain in my legs has significantly decreased. I am looking forward to being back to work as a Firefighter very soon. Dr. Kim was polite, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. I would strongly recommend that anyone with significant back pain visit him.”
