Ahyoung Jacy Kim, MD| Gastroenterology, Transplant Hepatology | MedStar Health
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Ahyoung Jacy Kim

Ahyoung Jacy Kim, MD
Provider is directly employed by MedStar Health

4.9 out of 5 (387 reviews)

Specialties: Gastroenterology, Transplant Hepatology

Languages: English, Korean

About me

Dr. Kim is a fellowship-trained transplant hepatologist and is board certified in internal medicine. She treats patients with the full range of liver disease, including providing care for pre- and post-transplant patients and patients with end-stage liver disease.

She earned her medical degree from Columbia University College of Surgeons and Physicians and completed her internship and residency at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Kim completed fellowships in gastroenterology and transplant hepatology at Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Coming from a family that immigrated to the U.S., Dr. Kim understands that the U.S. medical system can be difficult to navigate for many patients. She takes the time to talk with her patients about their disease, answer their questions, and helps them learn as much as possible so they can make informed medical decisions.

Dr. Kim has published in several peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Clinical Transplant Hepatology, Liver Transplantation, and Annals of Surgery. Dr. Kim has also presented at national conferences.

She sees patients at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and MedStar Washington Hospital Center.

When she’s not at work, Dr. Kim and her husband enjoy hiking, biking, and camping.

Clinical areas of focus

  • Autoimmune Hepatitis
  • Hepatitis E Treatment
  • Liver Biopsy
  • Liver Failure
  • Liver Function Testing
  • Polycystic Liver Disease
  • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
  • Transplant Evaluation
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Conditions and procedures

Conditions I treat

  • Autoimmune Hepatitis
  • Benign Neoplasm Of Digestive System
  • Bile Duct Cancer
  • Biliary Tract Disease
  • Cholestasis
  • Complications Of Transplanted Organs And Tissue
  • Congenital Infectious And Parasitic Diseases
  • Congenital Malformations Of Bile Ducts
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Diseases Of Spleen
  • Disorders Involving The Immune Mechanism
  • Disorders Of Amino
  • Donors Of Organs And Tissues
  • Functional Intestinal Disorders
  • Hemochromatosis
  • Hepatitis
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Immunodeficiencies
  • Infectious Mononucleosis
  • Intrahepatic Bile Ducts Cancer
  • Liver Cirrhosis
  • Liver Cysts
  • Liver Damage From Toxins
  • Liver Failure
  • Liver Scarring
  • Liver Transplant Rejection
  • Neutropenia
  • Personal History Of Medical Treatment
  • Polycystic Liver Disease
  • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
  • Transplanted Organ And Tissue Status
  • Transplanted Organ Failure
  • Venous Embolism
  • Viral Hepatitis
  • Wilson Disease
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Procedures I perform

  • Gastrointestinal Trauma Treatment
  • Hepatitis E Treatment
  • Liver Abscess Drainage
  • Liver Biopsy
  • Liver Function Testing
  • Liver Health Screening
  • Liver Imaging Studies
  • Liver Infection Treatment
  • Pancreatic Disease Management
  • Transplant Evaluation
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Practice locations

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106 Irving St NW
POB South Ste 201
Washington, DC, 20010

202-444-3700
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miles away

Fax 877-680-8196

3800 Reservoir Rd NW
Pasquerilla Healthcare Center 2nd Fl
Washington, DC, 20007

202-444-3700
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miles away

Fax 877-680-8194

Insurance

This list represents the major payors accepted by MedStar Health.

NOTE: Payor contracts change and not all plans associated with a payor may be covered. Payors may offer multiple plans. If you have a question related to your insurance, please contact your insurance plan directly. Contact information is located on your health insurance ID card.

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  • List of insurance plans we accept
    • Aetna
    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield of Maryland
    • Cigna Health Care
    • Kaiser Permanente*
    • MedStar Select (Administered by CareFirst)
    • United HealthCare
    • Aetna
    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield of Maryland
    • Healthspring
    • Humana
    • Medicare & Railroad Medicare
    • United HealthCare
    • Aetna Better Health of Maryland *
    • Medical Assistance/Medicaid
    • MedStar Family Choice MD
    • Priority Partners *
    • United HealthCare Community Health Plan MD
    • Wellpoint MD
    • AmeriHealth Caritas
    • Health Services For Children With Special Needs (HSCSN)
    • Medical Assistance/Medicaid
    • MedStar Family Choice DC
    • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs *
    • Johns Hopkins US Family Health Plan *
    • MultiPlan
    • Private Healthcare Systems
    • Tricare/Humana Military
    • VA Community Care Network (VACCN)

Education

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Transplant Hepatology

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology

Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (2021)

Residency: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (2020)

Residency: Cleveland Clinic Foundation (2017)

Medical School: Columbia University (2014)

Ratings and reviews

  • Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

    4.9
  • Extent to which the care provider listened to you

    4.9
  • Care provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

    4.9
  • Provider included you in decisions

    4.9
  • Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

    4.9
  • Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

    4.9
  • Apr 16, 2026

    Doctor Kim always provides excellent care and concern for any problems.

  • Apr 14, 2026

    Detail oriented provider with great attention to patient needs. Answers questions in good faith based on her clinical experience and training.

  • Feb 20, 2026

    All was good, l was happy