Physician Spotlight on Dr. Allis Kim

How did you get interested in medicine (in general) and then in orthopedic surgery as a specialty?

I was initially “matched” into general surgery as my first choice. I had not had any exposure to orthopedic surgery. During my General Surgery training, I did a rotation for 4 weeks in orthopedics. I really enjoyed orthopedic surgery and the ability to help patients return to their activities.

What is your practice philosophy?

My focus is on the patient. I want the patients to have the best outcomes, whether that includes surgery or nonsurgical means.

What trends are you seeing in orthopedic surgery? What are you currently most excited about? What should patients be excited about?

I am excited about robotic surgery in orthopedics. I have found that my patients tend to bounce back quicker and have great outcomes.

What do you love most about your job?

I enjoy interacting with my patients.

What are your personal interests?

Growing up in Wisconsin, I am a Green Bay Packers fan. I enjoy traveling and spending time with my husband, three teenagers, and our dog and two cats.