Dr. Daniel Hirsh Cohen's Credentials

Accepting New Patients

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Biography

Daniel Cohen, MD, PhD, is a neurologist at South Shore University Hospital, where he has been chief of neurology since 1998. Board-certified in neurology and clinical neurophysiology, he has a clinical focus on general neurology, including neuromuscular conditions, neuropathy, seizure disorders, stroke and the full range of pathologies of the brain and spinal cord. Dr. Cohen emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and has guided the development of South Shore s neurology department to ensure that residents of Long Island s south shore have access to world-class neurological care in their own community. He stresses clear and compassionate communication with patients and family members, setting aside plenty of time to explain treatment options and address concerns and following up promptly whenever questions arise. Dr. Cohen is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, American EEG Society, American Physical Society, New York State Medical Society, Suffolk Academy of Medicine, National Stroke Association and American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. Dr. Cohen graduated from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He received a PhD in high-energy physics from the University of Rochester and completed his residency in neurology at the University of Miami School of Medicine. He joined Northwell Health in 1984.

Education

• University of Rochester
• Univ of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl (Grad. 1980)
• Univ Of Miami Sch Of Med, Miami Fl 33101 (Grad. 1980)
• University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
• University of Miami Miller School of Medicine/Holy Cross Hospital Program (Grad. 1980)

Other Specialties

• Neurologist

Areas of Expertise

• Peripheral neuropathy
• Vascular Disease
• Transient ischemic attack (TIA)
• Radiculopathy
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
• Cerebrovascular Disease
• Neuropathy
• Chronic Pain
• Pinched nerve