Benjamin Cohen, MD
Treatment & Services
- Cancer Screening
- Clinical Trials
- Diagnostic Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Therapy of Anastomotic and Crohn's Disease Strictures
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
- Gastroenterology
- Ileoscopy
- Polypectomy
- Pouch Center
- Pouchoscopy
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Collagenous Colitis
- Crohn's Disease
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Microscopic Colitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
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Dr. Cohen is a Staff Physician and Co-Section Head and Clinical Director for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases in the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at the Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH. Throughout his career, Dr. Cohen has merged clinical care with participation in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) clinical research. His primary research interest has been centered on the safety of biologic medications in the peri-operative period for which he led a large multi-center clinical study. Dr. Cohen has also been a site primary investigator on Phase 3 IBD pharmaceutical clinical trials and collaborative investigator initiated studies. In addition to his research interests, Dr. Cohen also has a strong commitment to IBD education. He is a member of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Professional Education Committee and a co-founder and former chair of Rising Educators Academics and Clinicians Helping IBD (REACH-IBD); a special committee within the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America for trainees and junior faculty to promote collaboration, mentorship, and career advancement. The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation recognized him for his leadership with the Rising Star award in 2018.Dr. Cohen has also been an active member of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) serving on both the Education and Training Committee and Clinical Guidelines Committee.
Dr. Cohen received his MD from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, where he also completed his internal medicine training. He completed his fellowship in Gastroenterology at the University of California San Diego. During his time at the University of California San Diego, Dr. Cohen also completed a Masters of Advanced Studies in Clinical Research. Dr. Cohen returned to Mount Sinai as the Present-Levison Inflammatory Bowel Disease Fellow from 2011-2012.He remained on faculty at Mount Sinai as the Associate Director of IBD Education and Associate Professor of Medicine until 2020 when he joined the Cleveland Clinic.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2020
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
New York,
NY
2012
Graduate School - University of California-San Diego
Master of Advanced Studies in Clinical Research
La Jolla,
CA
2011
Fellowship - University of California San Diego Medical Center
Gastroenterology
San Diego,
CA
2011
Residency - Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Internal Medicine
New York,
NY
2008
Internship - Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Internal Medicine
New York,
NY
2006
Medical Education - Mount Sinai School of Medicine
New York,
NY
2005
Undergraduate - University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia,
PA
1999
Additional Training
- Present-Levison Inflammatory Bowel Disease Fellowship, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, 2011-12
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
Specialty Interests
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis
Awards & Honors
- Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Rising Star Award (2018)
- New York Super Doctors Rising Star (2018-20)
Research & Publications
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As of 12/28/2024, Dr. Cohen has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Cohen receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America, Inc.
- Johnson & Johnson
- AbbVie, Inc.
- Med Learning Group
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
7 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Apr 8, 2025
Dr. Gassan Kassim, fellow in IBD working with Dr. Cohen, was outstanding. He was thorough, respectful, and very educational. Spent minimal time with Dr. Cohen but it was sufficient to move forward with additional appointments.
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2025
Outstanding, thorough and comprehensive care. Could not ask for better care. 100% confidence in Dr. Cohen's medical care.
Reviewed on Oct 8, 2024
Lived with Crohns my whole life. Best doctors and team yet!
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2024
Dr. Cohen was not cordial and did not have a good bedside manner. When discussing my symptoms, I felt he belittled them. Makes you feel just like another number.
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2024
I was very pleased with my care by Dr. Cohen and his associate, Dr.Sleiman.
Reviewed on May 2, 2024
Dr. Cohen is one of the best doctors I have ever been to. He answers all my questions , gets on things right away and is very knowledgeable.
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2024
Dr Cohen responds quicker than any doctor I know.