About
Dr. Molly Koehler is a board-certified family physician and the founder of Marin Direct Primary Care in San Rafael. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Biology from the University of California, Davis, before completing her Doctor of Osteopathy at Touro University of California. Her residency in Family and Preventive Medicine at UC San Diego included a year as Chief Resident in 2009-2010.
After residency, Dr. Koehler built her clinical experience across a range of settings. She worked at Family Health Centers of San Diego, Venice Family Clinic at UCLA, Cedars-Sinai Medical Group, and Prima Medical Group/MarinHealth before founding her own practice. Her clinical focus spans chronic disease management, preventive care, women's health, mental health, and sports medicine. She has said that primary care gives her the opportunity to build lasting relationships and become a trusted health advisor for her patients and their families. A Marin native with two sons, she values work-life balance and healthy habits as part of her own approach to medicine and life.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of California, Davis, Bachelor of Science in Exercise Biology (1999-2003)
Medical School
Touro University of California, Doctor of Osteopathy (2003-2007)
Residency
University of California, San Diego, Family & Preventive Medicine (2007-2010), Chief Resident 2009-2010
Additional Training
Family Health Centers of San Diego (2009-2010); Venice Family Clinic, UCLA (2010-2015); Cedars-Sinai Medical Group (2015-2017); Prima Medical Group/MarinHealth (2017-2024)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Koehler right for?
Dr. Koehler is a strong fit for adults and older teens seeking a primary care physician who takes thorough, unhurried appointments seriously. Patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or thyroid disorders benefit from her focus on ongoing management and preventive care. She also serves patients with women's health needs, mental health concerns, and sports or minor injury care. Anyone who values direct communication with their doctor, including after-hours access by phone or email, will find her practice well suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Koehler treats a wide range of primary care conditions. Her clinical focus includes diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and thyroid disorders, as well as acute illnesses like colds, flu, and strep throat. She also addresses women's health, mental health, rashes, and minor injuries.
Yes. Dr. Koehler holds board certification as a family physician. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathy at Touro University of California and completed her residency in Family and Preventive Medicine at UC San Diego, where she served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Koehler completed her residency in Family and Preventive Medicine at the University of California, San Diego, finishing as Chief Resident in 2009-2010. She went on to practice at Family Health Centers of San Diego, Venice Family Clinic at UCLA, Cedars-Sinai Medical Group, and Prima Medical Group/MarinHealth before founding Marin Direct Primary Care.
Dr. Koehler centers her practice on building lasting relationships with patients. She believes good care requires enough time to listen fully, which is why she caps her panel at 400 patients. Appointments run 30 to 60 minutes depending on the visit type, and she stays accessible to members after hours by phone, email, and portal.
Yes. Dr. Koehler offers video visits as part of membership. Members can also reach her by phone, text, and email, including after regular office hours.
Dr. Koehler sees patients aged 16 and older. Her scope includes teen preventive care such as sports and school physicals, as well as adult chronic disease management, women's health, and geriatric care.
Yes. When a patient needs specialty care, Dr. Koehler works closely with the appropriate specialists to coordinate that care. She manages referrals and stays involved to ensure continuity for her members.
Dr. Koehler has said she decided she wanted to be a doctor at age nine, after a family friend's daughter received a leukemia diagnosis at age three. That early experience shaped her commitment to caring for patients and their families during the moments that matter most.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026