Dr. Jeremy Kim

The prostate grows throughout a man's life — and for many, that growth eventually leads to frustrating urinary symptoms: waking up multiple times a night, a weak or interrupted stream, or the constant urge to go. PAE addresses the root cause by threading a thin catheter through the wrist or groin and selectively reducing blood flow to the prostate, causing it to gradually shrink over several weeks. The result is meaningful symptom relief without a single incision, no general anesthesia, and no impact on sexual function. Patients go home the same day. PAE is now recognized in the 2023 American Urological Association guidelines as a viable treatment for BPH.

Dr. Kim trained with world experts in PAE — including Dr. Aaron Fischman and Dr. Ari Isaacson — before bringing the procedure to Charlotte. He utilizes the most advanced techniques and tools to provide the most effective and safest treatment tailored to each patient's needs. He often uses transradial access through the wrist, which improves patient comfort and speeds recovery. He is also one of the few experts in the world using liquid embolics (n-BCA glue) for PAE, which reduces procedure time and radiation dose. Dr. Kim has the most experience performing PAE in the Charlotte region.

Most men who are candidates for PAE have been living with BPH symptoms for years — getting up multiple times a night, dealing with a slow or stopping stream, or feeling like the bladder never fully empties. If medications like Flomax haven't provided enough relief, or if the side effects are worse than the symptoms, PAE may be the right next step. It's also an excellent option for men who want to avoid the risks and recovery of surgical procedures like TURP or prostatectomy. More than 50% of men over 50 and up to 90% of men over 70 develop BPH — and many don't realize a non-surgical solution exists. A consultation with Dr. Kim will determine whether PAE is appropriate based on your symptoms, anatomy, and prior workup.

PAE is designed around getting you back to your life quickly. The procedure itself typically takes 1–2 hours, and most patients head home the same day — no overnight hospital stay, no surgical incisions, and no catheter in most cases. The wrist access site heals within days, with the only restriction being avoiding heavy lifting on that arm for a short period. The prostate shrinks gradually over the following weeks, and most men begin noticing real improvements in their urinary symptoms within 4–8 weeks. Full benefit is typically appreciated by the 3-month mark.

PAE is covered by Medicare and many major commercial insurance plans. Coverage varies by insurer and individual plan. Dr. Kim's team can assist with insurance verification and prior authorization before your procedure. Contact the office at (704) 459-8511 to begin the verification process.

Most people think knee arthritis pain is purely a cartilage problem — but research has shown that abnormal blood vessel growth in the inflamed joint lining plays a significant role in driving chronic pain. GAE works by targeting those vessels with a catheter inserted through the ankle or groin. The result is pain relief that comes from interrupting the pain cycle at its source, not just masking it. It's an outpatient procedure with no hospital stay and a quick return to normal activity. Dr. Kim was the first physician in the Charlotte region to offer GAE and has been involved in national clinical trials studying its long-term outcomes.

Yes. Dr. Kim welcomes patients from across the United States and internationally. Telemedicine consultations are available to review your history, imaging, and prior treatments before you travel to Charlotte for your procedure. Contact the office to arrange a virtual visit.

Dr. Kim practices with Charlotte Radiology and performs procedures at Atrium Health facilities in Charlotte, NC. To schedule a consultation or learn more, call (704) 459-8511 or email [email protected].