CHUN K. KIM, DDS
Fellow, American Academy of Craniofacial Pain
Diplomate, American Board of Craniofacial Pain
Diplomate, American Academy of Pain Management
Diplomate, American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine
Diplomate, Academy of Clinical Sleep Disorders Discipline
Medical Staff, Eisenhower Medical Center, Rancho Mirage, CA
Educational Background: Graduated Seoul National University, Dental College, Seoul Korea- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS). Post Graduate- Master of science (MS). Intern and Residency training at Infirmary, Seoul National University. UCLA Dental School- Extension Course for foreign dentist. Passed examination and received license (#25920) from California Dental Board in 1976.
Post-Doctoral Education: Completion; Resultant Force Vector Technique- Basic and Advance Courses. Certification; Head & Neck Imaging and Soft Tissue Injuries from Motor Vehicle Accidents from American Academy of Head, Neck, Facial Pain. Completion; TMJ Hands-On Course- Basic and Advance courses from Jack Haden, DDS. Completion; Trigger Point Injection Course from American Academy of Craniofacial Pain. Completion; Orthodontic Success Program- Basic and Advanced Courses. Completion; Foundations of Nutritional Therapy Course. Completion; Contact Refles Analysis. Completion; Dental-Medical Integrate Medicine- Basic and Advance Courses. Certification; TAP-PAP Combination Therapy for Sleep Breathing Disorders. 2500+ hours of Continuing Education.
Professional Organizations: Medical Staff, Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage; Diplomate, American Academy of Pain Management; Fellow, American Academy of Head, Neck, Facial Pain; Diplomate, American Board of Craniofacial Pain; Diplomate, Academy of Clinical Sleep Disorders Dentistry; Diplomate, American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine; Member, Mid-America Orthodontic Society; Member, American Association for Functional Orthodontics; Member, Price-Potterger Nutrition Foundation; Member, Korean-American Dental Association.
Dr. Kim has achieved four distinguished Diplomate status from: The American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine (www.aadsm.org); The American Board of Craniofacial Pain (www.aacfp.org); The American Academy of Pain Management (www.aapainmanage.org); The Academy of Clinical Sleep Disorders Discipline (www.acsdd.org).
Certificate as a "Diplomate" represents a professional commitment to education, knowledge, and skill. Diplomates are recognized by patients, colleagues and professional organizations in both medicine and dentistry as having met the highest level of knowledge and clinical competence in the areas of Dental Sleep Medicine and TMJ/Craniofacial Pain.
AMANDA BLAND- Office Manager
Amanda Bland has worked for Dr. Kim since 2002. She enjoys working with Dr. Kim and helping to create a warm and friendly atmosphere for patients. She handles all medical billing, financial arrangements, and marketing for Dr. Kim. Amanda is a RDA (Registered Dental Assistant), CTA (Certified TMJ Assistant) through the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain, has completed the Basic and Advanced Courses in Dental Sleep Medicine through the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, certified as a Sleep Disorder Assistant through the Academy of Clinical Sleep Disorders Dentistry.
MONICA SALCIDO- RDA/CTA
Monica Salcido has been working in the dental field for 12 years; has worked for Dr. Kim since 2005. Her vibrant personality makes it easy for her to communicate with patients. Monica is a RDA (Registered Dental Assistant), CTA (Certified TMJ Assistant) through the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain, has completed the Basic and Advanced Courses in Dental Sleep Medicine through the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. She assists Dr. Kim in Dental Sleep Medicine and TMJ practice.
ANGEL MARTINEZ- RDA
Angel Martinez has been working for Dr. Kim for 6 years. She brings a warm and caring nature to our team. She is a RDA (Registered Dental Assistant), has her x-ray certification, and has completed the Basic Course in Dental Sleep Medicine through the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain. Angel takes x-rays, performs all testings, and charges in sterization of instruments and equipments to comply the OSHA requirement.
AMANDA SIWEK- Receptionist
Amanda Siwek has worked for Dr. Kim since 2010. She has a bright smile to greet you on your way in and out of the office. She handles all scheduling and appointment needs, she also helps with financial and treament plan coordinating. Amanda has achieved her x-ray certification and has completed the Basic Course in Dental Sleep Medicine through the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.