About
Dr. Surinder S. Saini earned Gold Medals in both Medicine and Pharmacology from Government Medical College, Amritsar, graduating at just 21. His academic record began early: he ranked first in statewide examinations in Punjab at age 11 and entered medical college on a merit scholarship at 16. After earning his LRCP from the Royal College of Physicians in London, he moved to New York City for a fellowship at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Beth Israel Medical Center. There, he trained one-on-one under Dr. Hiromi Shinya, who helped design the modern colonoscope and whose polyp research formed the scientific basis for screening colonoscopy. He also studied under Dr. Jerome Siegel and more than 30 of New York City's top gastroenterologists, developing particular expertise in therapeutic ERCP.
Dr. Saini holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine in Gastroenterology and has practiced at Fashion Island in Newport Beach since 1998. He served as Chairman of the GI Division at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian and serves as Medical Director of Pacific Endoscopy and Surgery Center in Fountain Valley. In 2004, Dr. Robert Egan, the personal physician to John Wayne, retired and entrusted his patients to Dr. Saini after observing his work at Hoag. Dr. Saini performed over 20,000 colonoscopies with an outstanding safety record. He introduced video capsule endoscopy to Orange County in 2002, among the first physicians in the region to offer the technology. He speaks English, Hindi, and Punjabi.
Education & Training
Medical School
Government Medical College, Amritsar (MBBS, Gold Medals in Medicine & Pharmacology)
Residency
New York Medical College; Post-graduate Internal Medicine training, England
Fellowship
Gastroenterology Fellowship, Mount Sinai School of Medicine / Beth Israel Medical Center, New York City
Additional Training
LRCP — Licentiate of the Royal College of Physicians, London
Certifications
Languages
English, Hindi, Punjabi
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Saini right for?
Dr. Saini is a strong fit for adults seeking expert care for complex or chronic GI conditions. Patients with IBD, Barrett's esophagus, bile duct disorders, or liver disease benefit from his deep procedural expertise. Those needing therapeutic ERCP or capsule endoscopy will find his specialized training particularly relevant. He also serves patients looking for thorough colon cancer screening backed by decades of hands-on experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Saini specializes in a broad range of GI conditions, including colon cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, GERD, Barrett's esophagus, liver disease, and pancreatic and gallbladder disorders. He holds particular expertise in therapeutic ERCP for bile duct and pancreatic duct conditions. He also manages IBS, esophageal disorders, and hepatitis.
Yes, Dr. Saini holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine in Gastroenterology. He also earned the LRCP designation from the Royal College of Physicians in London, adding an international credential to his training.
Dr. Saini completed his gastroenterology fellowship at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City. He trained under Dr. Hiromi Shinya, who helped design the modern colonoscope, as well as Dr. Jerome Siegel and more than 30 leading NYC gastroenterologists.
Dr. Saini has performed over 20,000 colonoscopies throughout his career, maintaining an outstanding safety record. He has practiced at Fashion Island in Newport Beach since 1998 and uses the latest HD endoscopic technology for every procedure.
Dr. Saini speaks English, Hindi, and Punjabi, which allows him to communicate clearly with a wide range of patients in Orange County.
Dr. Saini serves as Medical Director of Pacific Endoscopy and Surgery Center in Fountain Valley. He holds active staff status at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Newport Beach, where he previously served as Chairman of the GI Division. He is also affiliated with UCI Health in Fountain Valley and The Surgery Center of Newport Coast.
Yes. Dr. Saini began offering video capsule endoscopy in 2002, placing him among the first physicians in Orange County to provide the technology. Capsule endoscopy allows non-invasive imaging of the small bowel.
Yes. The StomachDoctor concierge program includes Dr. Saini across all three membership tiers. Members receive priority scheduling, secure messaging, and access to additional services depending on their chosen tier.
Doctor profile last updated June 12, 2026