Dr. James Jung,
DPM, FACFAS, QME
"Podiatry is uniquely rewarding in that the results of our treatments, whether it be for an ingrown toenail or fractured ankle, are so clear and evident. This gives me a sense of immediate satisfaction and fulfillment knowing that I have helped someone."
SuperSpecialist in Diabetic Wound Care & Limb Salvage
Dr. Jung was born in Korea and raised in Chatsworth, California. He has been an associate of Kim Foot & Ankle Centers, Inc. since 1998. During his residency he participated in a study on Diabetic Neuropathic Pain. This experience gave him invaluable experience as a special interest in diabetic patients. Dr. Jung is a SuperSpecialist in diabetic wound care and limb salvage surgery. He is married and has one cat. Dr. Jung is an avid Jiu-Jitsu competitor. He also enjoys reading and studying philosophy. His health philosophy is that you should "exercise four times a week."
EDUCATION
Undergraduate
University of California, Los Angeles, California
- Bachelor of Science in Psychobiology
Medical
California College of Podiatric Medicine, San Francisco, California
- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
Residency Training
Veteran' Affairs Medical Centers, West Los Angeles, California
- Rotating Podiatric Residency
- Primary Surgical Residency
BOARD CERTIFICATION
- Diplomat, American Board of Podiatric Surgery
- Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
ATTENDING STAFF
- Gardena Memorial Hospital, Gardena, California
- Garden Grove Hospital & Medical Center, Garden Grove, California
- Long Beach Memorial Medical Center, Long Beach, California
- St. Mary Medical Center, Long Beach, California
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- Diplomat, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeon
TEACHING CREDENTIALS
- Attending Staff, Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Podiatric Surgical Residency Program
- Attending Staff, Bellwood General Hospital (1998-2004) Podiatric Surgical Residency Program