Eric Joseph Kim

Eric Joseph Kim, M.D., serves as an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Mayo Clinic School of Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota, specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus. Board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, he directs the Pediatric Ophthalmology Rotation for residency training while maintaining an active clinical practice.

His educational pathway includes:

• BS in Bioengineering, Rice University (2011)
• MD (Research Track), Baylor College of Medicine (2016)
• Internal Medicine Internship, Baylor College of Medicine (2017)
• Ophthalmology Residency, Baylor College of Medicine (2020)
• Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus Fellowship, Mayo Clinic (2021)
• Pediatric Cornea/Cataract/Glaucoma Apprenticeship, Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Dr. Kim's clinical research focuses on advancing surgical techniques for pediatric corneal disorders, congenital cataracts, and complex strabismus. His work integrates keratoconus management, Marfan syndrome ocular complications, and anterior segment reconstruction, emphasizing innovative approaches to improve visual outcomes in children. He actively contributes to high-impact ophthalmology journals and textbooks while developing protocols for challenging pediatric surgical cases.

Professional recognition includes:

• Bronze Level Certification, Mayo Clinic Quality Fellow (2020)
• American Board of Ophthalmology Certification (2021)

As an educator, Dr. Kim mentors medical students and residents through Mayo Clinic's structured training programs, with particular emphasis on surgical skill development. His leadership as Director of Pediatric Ophthalmology Rotation shapes the next generation of ophthalmologists. Professional society memberships span the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, Cornea Society, and Pediatric Keratoplasty Association, facilitating national collaboration in pediatric eye care.