About
Dr. Edward Kocharian earned his Doctorate of Medicine from Yerevan State Medical University in Armenia in 1989. He completed an internship at the Research Medical Center of Surgery in Yerevan before moving to the United States. He then trained at Huron Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio, and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Huron Hospital - Cleveland Clinic Foundation in 1998. The American Board of Internal Medicine has granted him board certification, and he holds a California medical license.
Dr. Kocharian has practiced internal medicine for 26 years, focusing on cardiovascular health, diabetes, hypertension, nutrition, kidney and lung disease, and emotional health. He holds privileges at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and personally oversees patient care during hospitalizations. He speaks English, Armenian, and Russian. Medical colleagues recognized him with a Best Doctors of the Year honor in 2006-2007. Outside of medicine, he enjoys hiking, traveling, reading, and spending time with his family.
Education & Training
Medical School
Yerevan State Medical University, Yerevan, Armenia - Doctorate of Medicine, 1989
Residency
Internal Medicine, Huron Hospital - Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH, 1996-1998
Additional Training
Internship, Research Medical Center of Surgery, Yerevan, Armenia, 1989-1992; Internship, Huron Hospital, Cleveland, OH, 1995-1996
Certifications
Languages
English, Armenian, Russian
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Kocharian right for?
Dr. Kocharian works well with adults who want a physician who knows them personally. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or kidney disease benefit from his focused clinical expertise. He is a strong fit for anyone who values direct access to their doctor after hours and on weekends. Patients who need hospital care receive his personal oversight during any admission at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kocharian focuses on cardiovascular health, diabetes, hypertension, nutrition, kidney disease, lung disease, and emotional health. He also delivers preventive care and comprehensive health screenings through the MDVIP Wellness Program. His 26 years of internal medicine practice give him broad clinical depth across these areas.
Yes. The American Board of Internal Medicine has certified Dr. Kocharian. He also holds a California medical license and brings specialized training in both internal medicine and preventive medicine.
Dr. Kocharian earned his Doctorate of Medicine from Yerevan State Medical University in Armenia in 1989. He completed an internship at the Research Medical Center of Surgery in Yerevan, then trained at Huron Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio. He finished his Internal Medicine residency at Huron Hospital - Cleveland Clinic Foundation in 1998.
Yes. Dr. Kocharian holds hospital privileges at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. He personally oversees each patient's care during any hospitalization rather than handing off to a hospitalist.
Yes. Dr. Kocharian remains reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. This direct access is a core part of his concierge practice model.
Dr. Kocharian speaks English, Armenian, and Russian. This makes him accessible to a wider range of patients in the San Diego area.
Yes. Medical colleagues honored Dr. Kocharian with a Best Doctors of the Year award in 2006-2007. He has practiced internal medicine for 26 years and built a reputation for individualized, relationship-driven care.
Dr. Kocharian treats each patient as an individual. He builds close, ongoing relationships and avoids one-size-fits-all treatment plans. His goal is to understand each patient's full health picture before developing a personalized care strategy.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026