About Dr. Hyein Kim

Dr. Hyein Kim earned her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences at the University of Illinois at Chicago and earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from Midwestern University, Chicago College of Optometry. Upon graduation, she was granted several awards, including the VSP Practice Excellence Scholarship Award, The William Feinbloom Low Vision Award, and the Newton K. Wesley Clinical Excellence for Contact Lenses Award. As a student, she was recognized by her clinical preceptors and awarded the student clinical distinction award for outstanding performance in clinical skills and knowledge base, professional excellence, integrity, and empathy towards patients. Her clinical experience includes: OMNI Eye Services, Chicago Cornea Consultants, and Tayani Institute. She has experience managing and treating various ocular diseases and co-managing surgical cases such as cataracts, refractive surgeries, and corneal transplants.

While in school, Dr. Kim was actively involved in various organizations including serving as the Trustee for the American Optometric Student Association and President for the Student American Academy of Optometry at her school. She was also a member of Gold Key International Optometric Honor Society, Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honor Society, among other organizations. She continues to stay involved as a member of the American Optometric Association and the NJ Society of Optometric Physicians. Dr. Kim is committed to continuing education and staying updated about the latest innovations in ocular health.

Dr. Kim has been practicing in New Jersey since 2023. She always strives for excellence in providing the best patient care and education to her patients regarding their eyes and overall health and providing personalized and unique care to meet each patient’s needs.