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Dr. Sunghoon Kim, MD MS is a pediatric general surgeon in Indianapolis, IN specializing in pediatric general surgery and trauma surgery. He graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1994 and has 30 years of experience. Dr. Sunghoon Kim, MD MS is affiliated with UCSF Medical Group, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals and UCSF DEPT OF SURGERY.
8040 Clearvista Parkway Suite 340
Indianapolis, IN 46256
Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)
Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition where the sweat glands become overactive, leading to excessive sweating. It can occur in just one area, such as the armpits, feet, or hands; or it can be general sweating over the entire body. Hyperhidrosis can happen to people of all ages and genders. It is estimated that the condition affects as many as 3% of all people, but many are never diagnosed because they are too embarrassed to talk about their symptoms with their doctor.
When excessive sweating is the main complaint and is not related to any other condition, it is called primary hyperhidrosis. There is no known cause, but it does tend to run in families. Secondary hyperhidrosis is sweating that is caused by another medical condition, such as anxiety, cancer, hyperthyroidism, or menopause. Sometimes treating the underlying condition can improve this type of sweating.
There are tests doctors can use to diagnose hyperhidrosis. One involves simply soaking up the perspiration with paper and then weighing the paper to measure how much extra sweat is being produced. Another test, called the starch-iodine test, involves covering the body with powder. This powder turns blue in any areas where sweat is produced.
Treatment depends on the severity of the hyperhidrosis and the areas affected. Some options are:
Hyperhidrosis is a serious medical condition that causes both physical and emotional distress. Treatments are available, and support groups exist to help patients cope.
Dr. Sunghoon Kim, MD MS graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1994. He completed residency at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery - Pediatric Surgery and has a state license in Indiana.
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School (1994)
Residency: University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals (1999)
Board Certification: American Board of Surgery - Pediatric Surgery
Licensed In: Indiana
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Sunghoon Kim, MD MS. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Novadaq Technologies Inc. |
$2,176
DERMACELL $2,176 |
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Covidien LP |
$250
$250 |
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Intuitive Surgical, Inc. |
$173
Da Vinci Surgical System $173 |
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AtriCure, Inc. |
$136
Cardiovascular $120 |
ATRICURE CRYOSURGICAL SYSTEM $16 |
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation |
$83
Pericardial Heart Valves $83 |
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Other |
$50
Pico $30 |
SenSura Mio $20 |
Travel and Lodging | $1,263 |
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Food and Beverage | $1,235 |
Consulting Fee | $250 |
Education | $120 |
Dr. Sunghoon Kim is a trauma surgery and pediatric general surgery specialist. Areas of particular interest for Dr. Kim include hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), pectus excavatum (sunken chest), and ingrown toenails. He studied medicine at the University of Michigan Medical School. Dr. Kim trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) for his residency. Dr. Kim is conversant in Korean. He is professionally affiliated with UCSF Medical Group and UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals.