Dr. Benjamin R. Cohen, MD | Garden City, NY | Neurosurgeon

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Dr. Cohen graduated from the Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences in 1998. He works in Garden City, NY and 3 other locations and specializes in Neurosurgery. Dr. Cohen is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center and Good Samaritan University Hospital.

accepting new patients
3.7

41 Ratings
28 years of experience
speaks Italian, Spanish
Albany Medical Center
19 written reviews
1 specialty
15 areas of expertise
2 hospital affiliations
4 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Cohen's Ratings and Reviews

3.7

41 Ratings with 19 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (21) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (20) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (20) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (20) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (20) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
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Dr. Cohen followed up on every step of the after care. Surgery came out better than expected. Team was in hospital to follow up all the time. Nurses had great respect and carried out his orders immediately. His nurses called to check on me at home on their day off! If you need spine surgery and are anywhere near the NY area use Dr. Cohen!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 21st, 2025

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it's been almost two years since surgery and still nothing I'm perfectly fine. I love this Dr he.is the best. if u need surgery call his staff is great too. Ana Harkin

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 17th, 2019

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Dr Cohen did a spinal fusion on my back L 4&5 and from the moment in recovery the pain was terrible. He never cured the problem and made excuses. Said he could only fuse one side two years later with constant pain another surgeon saw the problem and corrected the problem and I am now pain free

January 20th, 2019

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Dr Cohen was extremely knowledgeable, thorough, and compassionate. I couldn’t be happier with the results of my surgery a laminectomy and fusion of L3,4,&5. Years of pain gone and I feel like I can now enjoy life again.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 7th, 2019

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Dr. Cohen and his staff are hands down the best office I have ever dealt with! He answered all of my questions and was very thorough explaining my diagnosis. I left feeling relieved and all of my concerns were addressed with the option of calling anytime if I had any additional questions. I would recommend this doctor to anyone and everyone I know. Thank you Dr. Cohen

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 20th, 2018

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I have had surgeries performed by Dr Cohen on both my back and neck and all I can say is he's the best. He has given me my life back. Him and his staff all truly care about their patients and their well being and are always available for even the smallest question or to assist in any way they can.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 8th, 2018

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Great office, incredible staff, low wait time and a fantastic doctor who knows what he's doing.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 20th, 2017

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Dr. Cohen explained my diagnosis and answered all my questions. The staff was very nice and very helpful. I found the experience very pleasant.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 9th, 2017

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It's been a few months since my surgery and my back feels incredible. It hasn't felt this good in years. I must say Dr.Cohen did an amazing job and I do not have any regrets.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 25th, 2017

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I had a great experience with Dr. Cohen. His staff were very friendly and he took his time and really seemed to care for me.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 2nd, 2017

Cohen Benjamin R Office

200 Garden City Plz Ste 102Garden City, NY 11530

Tel: (516) 231-2849

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Neurological Surgery Pc

500 Montauk Hwy Ste KWest Islip, NY 11795

Tel: (631) 983-8400

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Good Samaritan University Hospital

1000 Montauk HwyWest Islip, NY 11795

Tel: (631) 376-3000

Neurological Surgery Pc

1 Hollow Ln Ste 212New Hyde Park, NY 11042

Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Benjamin Ronald Cohen, MD	Dr. Justin Schwarz, MD	Kai-Ming G Fu, MD, PhD	Robert A. Solomon, MD
Neurosurgery	Neurosurgery	Neurosurgery	Neurosurgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.7 (41 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.1 (54 Ratings)	4.6 (19 Ratings)
28 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience	22 Years of Experience	46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Italian, Spanish		Speaks English	Speaks Spanish
Garden City , NY	New York , NY	New York , NY	New York , NY
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences	Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College	Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University	Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Neurosurgery

Aneurysm
Back Injuries
Brain Surgery
Brain Tumor
Craniotomy
Glioblastoma
Head and Neck Disorder
Laminectomy
Neurosurgical Procedures
Scoliosis
Spinal Cancer
Spinal Fractures
Spinal Stenosis
Stroke
Vertebroplasty (Kyphoplasty)

Dr. Benjamin Ronald Cohen holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Position	State	Year	Status
Medical Doctor	New York	2026	Expired

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Albany Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Cohen's NPI number is 1982627626.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Benjamin Cohen affiliated with?: Dr. Benjamin Cohen is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center and Good Samaritan University Hospital.
Where is Dr. Benjamin Cohen's office located?: Dr. Benjamin Cohen's office is located at 200 Garden City Plz Ste 102, Garden City, NY, 11530.
What languages does Dr. Benjamin Cohen speak?: Dr. Benjamin Cohen speaks Italian and Spanish.

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