Kim grew up in Burbank, California and came to Utah for her undergraduate studies. She attended Brigham Young University, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing as well as a Master’s Degree in Health Care Systems Administration. After graduating, Kim went to work at Primary Children’s Hospital, but decided to continue her education when she learned that kids were waiting six months or longer to see a psychiatric practitioner.
Kim earned a Doctorate of Nursing Practice in Psychiatric/ Mental Health from the University of Utah, where she was awarded the Outstanding DNP Student award. Her doctoral project involved implementing a trauma screener right here at Families First Pediatrics.
Kim completed a medical internship at The Children’s Center and Primary Children’s Child Day Treatment program. Kim has seven children of her own. Her experience as a medical provider and as a parent has led her to a strength-based approach, collaborating with families to develop the best course of treatment for their child. When she’s not at work, Kim enjoys running, date nights to the Hale Centre Theatre, being a volunteer sign language interpreter, and skiing with her family.
BS, Brigham Young University
MS, Brigham Young University
DNP, University of Utah, 2021
English
We had an amazing experience with Dr. James and his assistant, Bridget! They were both incredibly kind, patient, and welcoming with my daughter, making her feel comfortable from the moment we walked in. They took the time to explain everything, answered all of our questions, and made what could have been a stressful visit a fun and positive experience.
—Taylor Paetsch.
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