About
Dr. Sanjivan Singh Kohli is a board-certified internist practicing in San Juan Capistrano, California. He earned his medical degree from Royal College of Surgeons in London and completed his undergraduate studies at Boston University. He then completed an internship at Connolly Hospital in Dublin, Ireland. His Internal Medicine residency at UC Irvine Healthcare earned him the Resident of the Year award in 2010. He also served as Chief Resident and received the Chief of Staff Award from the VA Long Beach Healthcare that same year.
After residency, Dr. Kohli pursued a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at UC Irvine Healthcare, completing the program in 2014 and earning the Pulmonary Fellow of the Year distinction. That training gave him deep experience with critically ill patients and compassionate care for those requiring conservative, comfort-focused approaches. He holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. His guiding philosophy, "Listen to your patient, because they are trying to tell you something," shapes every interaction. He prioritizes open communication, thorough patient education, and empowering individuals to make well-informed decisions about their health.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine
Who is Dr. Kohli right for?
Dr. Kohli is a strong fit for adults managing complex or multiple chronic conditions. Patients who need a physician with critical care and pulmonary medicine experience will find his background especially relevant. He also serves patients who require compassionate, conservative approaches when aggressive interventions are not appropriate. Anyone who values unhurried appointments, direct communication, and a physician who advocates during hospital stays will find his practice a natural home.
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Internal MedicineFrequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kohli specializes in internal medicine, with advanced training in pulmonary and critical care medicine. He completed his fellowship at UC Irvine Healthcare and brings experience managing complex, critically ill patients. He also has deep experience in conservative, comfort-focused care for patients who require gentler approaches.
Yes. Dr. Kohli holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at UC Irvine Healthcare and went on to complete a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the same institution.
Dr. Kohli earned his medical degree from Royal College of Surgeons in London. He completed an internship at Connolly Hospital in Dublin, Ireland, followed by his Internal Medicine residency at UC Irvine Healthcare. He then completed a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at UC Irvine Healthcare, finishing in 2014.
Dr. Kohli earned the Resident of the Year award in Internal Medicine from UC Irvine in 2010. That same year, he received the Chief of Staff Award from the VA Long Beach Healthcare. He also earned the Pulmonary Fellow of the Year distinction from UC Irvine in 2014.
Dr. Kohli builds his practice around the belief that listening closely to patients is fundamental to good medicine. He prioritizes open, honest communication and takes time to educate patients about complex medical issues. His goal is to help patients make informed decisions and feel genuinely supported at every step.
Yes. Dr. Kohli has experience delivering compassionate, conservative care for patients who may not tolerate aggressive interventions. He focuses on patient comfort and symptom management in those situations, drawing on his extensive background in critical care medicine.
Yes. Dr. Kohli maintains hospital privileges at multiple facilities throughout the region, including Long Beach Memorial Medical Center. He advocates directly for his patients when they need hospital care, staying actively involved during admissions.
Yes. Dr. Kohli makes himself available by phone after hours and on weekends. His practice also uses a secure, real-time messaging platform so patients can contact him conveniently between visits.
Yes. Dr. Kohli maintains a network of specialists and coordinates referrals when needed. He also takes time to speak directly with specialists on behalf of his patients, supporting more thorough, proactive care.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026