Thomas J. Kim

Medical Director / Medical Epidemiologist at California Rural Indian Health Board

Thomas J. Kim has extensive work experience in the healthcare sector. Thomas J. started their career in 1996 at Georgetown University Medical Center, where they completed their Internal Medicine Residency. In 2002, they joined the Indian Health Service as a Medical Officer, a position they held until 2006. During this time, they worked on medical issues related to Native American communities. Thomas J. then joined the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as an Epidemic Intelligence Service Officer from 2006 to 2008, where they focused on investigating and responding to disease outbreaks. In 2008, they became the Medical Director and Medical Epidemiologist at the California Rural Indian Health Board, where they continue to work. Recently, in 2014, they participated in the CHCF Health Care Leadership Program at UCSF, which aims to develop strong healthcare leaders and improve healthcare in California. Overall, Thomas J. Kim's work experience demonstrates their commitment to public health and improving health outcomes for underserved populations.

Thomas J. Kim began their education in 1988 at Brown University, where they earned a Bachelor of Science degree (Sc.B) in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology in 1992. Thomas J. then attended The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences from 1992 to 1996, earning a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree. Following this, they pursued a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree in Public Health / International Health at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health from 2000 to 2001.

Links

Previous companies

Indian Health Service logo

Timeline

  • Medical Director / Medical Epidemiologist

    August, 2008 - present