Akhila Mohan, MD

Akhila Mohan, MBBS, MD, is a rheumatologist. She diagnoses and manages a wide range of chronic conditions, including arthritis, autoimmune diseases, connective tissue disorders and other inflammatory diseases. Some of the conditions she treats include lupus, Sjogren's syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, myositis and vasculitis.

Dr. Mohan works to build long-term, trusting relationships with her patients. She provides personalized care that focuses on people's overall well-being in addition to disease management. She takes time to understand each patient's unique circumstances, medical history and lifestyle, so she can tailor treatments specifically to their needs. Dr. Mohan combines medication, education and lifestyle guidance to foster better outcomes and to empower patients to improve their quality of life.

She explains, "My focus is on reducing pain, improving mobility and managing inflammation through personalized treatments involving medications, physical therapy and lifestyle adjustments."

Dr. Mohan was drawn to El Camino Health because of its strong commitment to patient-centered care and innovation in medical treatments. She explains, "The collaborative environment and advanced resources allow me to provide the best possible care for my patients."

Dr. Mohan is a member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Physicians, the American College of Rheumatology and the American Medical Association. She also maintains connections with the Indian Medical Association and the Government Medical College, Thrissur Alumni Association. These affiliations allow her to stay current with medical advancements, collaborate with peers and continue improving her skills to better serve her patients.

Dr. Mohan is active in research, and her work has appeared in several peer-reviewed journals.

She is fluent in both English and Malayalam (a regional language) and understands Tamil.

Outside of work, Dr. Mohan enjoys traveling and spending quality time with family and friends. She's always up for the challenge of learning new things.