Dr. Anders Cohen: Well-trained for the Challenging Neurosurgical Practice

Neurosurgery is a delicate and challenging surgical discipline. When in search of a doctor to carry out a neurosurgical procedure, it is important to find one whose reputation is built on extensive training and educational background – just like Dr. Anders Cohen.

Currently the Head of the Department of Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery at Brooklyn Hospital Center, Dr. Cohen earned his medical degree from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine, the only accredited medical institution in New York’s Nassau County.

Dr. Cohen was also Chief Intern at the Massapequa General Hospital from 1997 and Chief Resident, Neurosurgery Long Island Jewish Medical Center – North Shore University Hospital, from 2002 to 2003. Further, he has been with the New York College of Osteopathic Medical in Old Westbury, New York since 1993 as a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.).

Highly respected in his practice, the academe has also taken notice of Dr. Cohen as an excellent addition to the medical faculty. The Weill Medical College of Cornell University, for instance, appointed him as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Neurological Surgery. In addition, Dr. Cohen is regularly invited to speak in local and international conferences of physicians.

Dr. Cohen is particularly popular for his lectures on the developments in the field of neurosurgery, especially the use of newer treatment methods to diseases affecting the central and peripheral nervous systems and the spine. Among these are the XLIF, AxiaLIF (Trans1) and dynamic rod procedures, which depart from the traditional procedures with their emphasis on reducing the needed recovery period. This goal is achieved by making smaller incisions, and ensuring the least amount of impact to muscles, ligaments, blood vessels, and abdominal organs.

With this dedication to providing quality service, Dr. Anders Cohen has received excellent ratings from his patients in various medical websites.