Sandra Kim
About Sandra Kim
Sandra Kim serves as the Director of the IBD Center and Associate Professor of Pediatrics at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, where she focuses on patient advocacy and education for children with inflammatory bowel diseases. Her research interests include novel therapeutics and the gastrointestinal microbiota's impact on IBD, supported by funding from the NIH and CCFA.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Sandra Kim serves as the Director of the IBD Center and is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. She has held this position since 2016, contributing to the hospital's mission of providing specialized care for children with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). Her role includes overseeing clinical operations and enhancing patient care through quality improvement initiatives. Kim is actively involved in patient advocacy and education, focusing on the needs of children and families affected by IBD.
Education and Expertise
Sandra Kim has an extensive educational background in medicine and research. She earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from the University of Michigan, where she studied from 1986 to 1991. She then obtained her Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from the same institution, completing her studies from 1990 to 1994. Following her medical degree, she pursued further training at Baylor College of Medicine, where she studied from 1994 to 2000. Additionally, she completed a Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill from 2000 to 2003.
Research Interests
Sandra Kim has specific research interests that focus on novel therapeutics and the role of gastrointestinal microbiota in inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). Her work aims to advance the understanding of IBD and improve treatment options for affected patients. Her research has received funding from notable organizations, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA), highlighting the significance and impact of her contributions to the field.
Patient Advocacy and Education
In her role at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Sandra Kim emphasizes the importance of patient advocacy and education for families dealing with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). She actively engages in initiatives that aim to inform and support patients and their families, ensuring they have access to the necessary resources and knowledge to manage their conditions effectively. Her commitment to improving the quality of care extends to transitioning of care and quality improvement in her clinical practice.