About Me
As a double board-certified otolaryngologist and facial plastic surgeon, I specialize exclusively in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face. Aesthetic facial surgeries include rhinoplasty, facelift, browlift, eyelid surgery and otoplasty. Reconstructive facial surgeries include surgery for nasal obstruction, reanimation after facial paralysis, facial trauma repair, scar revision and skin cancer reconstruction. I also provide patients with nonsurgical treatments such as skin treatments, botulinum toxin injections and dermal fillers.
Our face is how we present ourselves to the world, and I feel fortunate to be able to help patients put their best face forward. I am humbled by the daily opportunity to repair, restore and enhance facial form and function while holding patients’ goals in the highest regard. I am committed to providing exceptional and compassionate patient care, both at home and abroad. I dedicate time every year to perform facial plastic surgery–particularly cleft lip and palate repair–for medically underserved populations, which in recent years has taken me to the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua and India. My research interest is in facial paralysis and cutting edge techniques to restore movement to a paralyzed face.
My favorite part of working at Ohio State is our focus on exceptional patient care. I love working with an amazing team of physicians and residents in a nationally renowned department. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, traveling, running and creating art.
Highlights
- Division director of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Member, American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Member, American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
- Leslie Bernstein Resident Research Grant, presented by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Robyn D. Howson Housestaff Humanism Award, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, 2015
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2017, 2018
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Lasers
- Mandibular Injuries
- Mandibular Fractures
- Maxillary Fractures
- Rejuvenation
- Hair Removal
- Hyaluronic Acid
- Mohs Surgery
- Facial Nerve Diseases
- Bell Palsy
- Nose Diseases
- Rhinitis
- Rhinitis, Allergic, Seasonal
- Rhinitis, Allergic, Perennial
- Rhinitis, Vasomotor
- Herpes Zoster Oticus
- Facial Nerve Injuries
- Mobius Syndrome
- Maxillofacial Injuries
- Melkersson-Rosenthal Syndrome
- Orbital Fractures
- Zygomatic Fractures
- Jaw Fractures
- Dermabrasion
- Cosmetic Techniques
- Rhytidoplasty
- Facial Hemiatrophy
- Facial Neuralgia
- Botulinum Toxins
- Rhinoplasty
- Tissue Expansion
- Blepharoplasty
- Chemical Peel
- Skin Care
- Surgery, Plastic
- Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
- Laser Therapy
- Nasal Obstruction
- Skin Cancers
- Nasal Surgical Procedures
- Otolaryngology
- Facial Paralysis
- Eyelids
- Skin Transplantation
- Nose Deformities, Acquired
- Dermatologic Surgical Procedures
Locations Where I Practice
6100 North Hamilton Road
Westerville, OH 43081
614-814-8100
915 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-9431
in Eye and Ear Institute
915 Olentangy River Road
4th Floor Suite 4000
Columbus, OH 43212
614-366-3687
in Outpatient Care New Albany
6100 North Hamilton Road
2nd Floor, Suite 2C
Westerville, OH 43081
614-366-3687
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Northwestern University, Chicago, IL
8/25/2006 - 5/20/2010
Residency
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
6/22/2010 - 6/30/2015
Fellowship
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, Baltimore, MD
7/1/2015 - 6/30/2016
Board Certifications
American Board of Otolaryngology
6/1/2016
American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
6/23/2018
Academic Information
My Department
Otolaryngology
My Division
Otolaryngology
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
212 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.9 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.8 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.8 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 09/30/2022, Dr. Kim has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
My care provider did a great job aswell!
She is amazing!
Nothing bad. She carefully explained the surgical risks bad in themselves.
Listens, explains and very caring
Was VERY rushed.
Dr Leslie Kim is the best.
Not a bad experience with OSU.
Excellence
All good
Always a pleasure.
Outstanding dr. Knowledgeable. Kind. Thorough
All good. She is professional, knowledgeable, kind efficient.
Dr. Kim provided me with excellent care. She answered all my questions and listened to my responses. She shared with me that she is using the same products she prescribed for me. First time that has happened. If the medicine is good enough for her to use, then I know I will use it as directed.
Seems outcome expectations are different.
Excellent. Knowledgeable. Compassionate.
Very friendly and nice.
Good
Dr. Leslie Kim is a thorough professional, friendly and confident, and listened to and answered all my questions. Her spectacular reputation precedes her and she was just as spectacular that day. I felt that I was in exceptionally capable hands throughout my surgical procedure. She is a definite asset to OSU.
Dr. Kim was very thorough and explain everything.
I love Dr. Kim. She listens to all of my questions and always has the answers I need.
Attentive, intelligent, thorough.
Dr Kim is an amazing provider, she always listen to all my concerns and ideas and explain thinks clearly.I have never felt more comfortable with a medical provider. I trust Dr Kim with my eyes closed. OSU is very lucky to have her and her team.
Dr Kim is amazing. She is constantly adapting the treatment to my needs.
Dr. Kim is always caring, understanding, and kind.
Always excellent care and concern
Very professional and knowledgeable. Highly recommended.
Dr. Kim is such a great doctor, always the kindest and takes great care of me every time!
Only good
Dr. Kim is amazing! Always look forward to my appointments with her.
No bad experience. Very caring, knowledgeable care provider. I hope to continue with her for years, as needed. I wish I had seen her sooner. Answered my questions.
Excellent care.
Dr. Kim is definitely an expert/leader in her field, technically skilled, and a compassionate and efficient provider. Couldn't ask for more! Truly grateful to be under her care.
Excellent attitude, total communication, and cared about my well-being after I left the appointment. 10/10 would recommend Dr Kim to others. She asked about my wife as well. Just an awesome doctor.
Dr. Kim is kind, helpful, and truly listens. Her knowledge is unmatched!
Dr.Kim really took her time with me and was so informative and at the same time made me feel like she cared for me as her patient. Wonderful!!!!
Dr Kim was quick and efficient while being professional and courteous.
Dr. Kim is fabulous! She is undoubtedly the best of the best! I highly recommend her to all!
Very personable, caring and intelligent -
Very helpful, explained procedure and explained length of time things would take for planning future plans we might have. Made us feel we were in very good hands.
Excellent
Dr. Kim is an excellent communicator & clinician. I have recommended her to others.
Dr. Kim is an excellent provider. I am so appreciative that she is here at OSUWMC. In a world where often cosmetic procedures are seen as selfish or vain, Dr. Kim helps me achieve my cosmetic goals with grace and dignity. I'm very empowered and more confident as a result.
Dr. Kim stayed in touch and made decisions on my care. Responded quickly either herself or her people took care of me.
Dr. Kim is the BEST. She is kind, caring, smart and honestly listens to concerns you have.
Dr Kim is professional and personal; expert in her field. Highly recommend Dr Kim.
Dr. Kim was awesome. Both care and conversation.
Dr. Leslie Kim is wonderful. She is caring & responsive. Dr. Kim is the whole package; an excellent plastic surgeon who truly cares about excellence as well as being an amazing person.
Most amazing dr. I have seen. Dr. Kim is the best.
Kept me informed and gave helpful information.
Dr. Kim is always very clear regarding expectations but still maintains a friendly and positive bedside manner. I have referred several friends to her and cannot say enough good things about her talents as a surgeon. I feel lucky to have such great provider locally.
She was wonderful! Listened to my desires and extremely helpful
Dr. Kim is fantastic! Personable, thorough, kind. Have already recommended to others!
Very friendly, informative, answered all my questions. Spent appropriate time with me
Dr. Kim has a very positive vibe that puts patients at ease.
None bad.
Was professional, straightforward, and trustworthy.
Very good
Dr. a delight. Offered good suggestions.
Dr. Kim was wonderful. Knowledgeable, relatable, and very skilled at what she does.
Dr. Kim is very knowledgeable.
I love Dr Kim. She takes he time w me and I feel like she really cares for me. She is very kind, pleasant, smart and talented. I wish she was my Dr for everything!
Dr. Kim's extensive knowledge was well reflected in our conversation. I felt very confident in her as a provider.
Dr. Kim is very professional and does a great job.
Upbeat, compassionate, friendly