Michael L. Cohen, MD, FAAO
Specialty
Ophthalmology
Languages
English
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75 reviews
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026
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Great doc and person. Thank you.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026
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Dr. Cohen explained everything in simple terms to me and was very thorough in his exam.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026
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I have been a patient of Dr Cohen since he took over his fathers practice in NYC and followed him here. I would highly recommend, but since he is retiring, it is hard to recommend for the future...unless he comes back to work 2 days a week or something
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026
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I've trusted him for about 9 years
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026
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Have great confidence in the Dr
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
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Experienced doctor
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
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He’s the best!
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
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Dr cohen is unique - he takes the time to explain and answer all questions He is the best
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- 4.5 Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026
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He was a little impatient, but he is retiring soon so I can't really recommend him to any of my friends.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026
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Dr. Cohen is the best I've seen, ever.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026
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pleasant friendly manner. most competent
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
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Because I trust him
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
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He is excellent
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- 4.5 Reviewed on May 28, 2026
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Wonderful doctor. Will miss him when he retires.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on May 24, 2026
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He is an excellent doctor.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on May 18, 2026
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Dr. M. Cohen is very knowledgeable and professional - explains himself in terms that are easy to understand - he is very pleasant to interact with -
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- 5.0 Reviewed on May 13, 2026
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He explains things very clearly and listens to my concerns.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on May 13, 2026
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Great knowledgeable patient physician
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- 5.0 Reviewed on May 12, 2026
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He has a good sense of humor but at the same time, knows what he's doing. He makes you feel comfortable and assured.
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- 4.5 Reviewed on May 10, 2026
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He was polite and professional addressed my concerns .
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About Michael L. Cohen, MD, FAAO
Dr. Michael L. Cohen is a board certified ophthalmologist with decades of clinical experience. He completed residency and fellowship training at New York University Medical Center. He served in academic leadership roles and has received multiple national and regional professional distinctions.Philosophy of care
Dr. Cohen is dedicated to preserving vision through careful evaluation and patient education.Gender
Male
Board certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Licenses
NY, 152540
Employed or contracted
Employed
Network Name
CareMount
NPI
1205889649
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Insurance Accepted
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- 1199
- Aetna
- Affinity
- Anthem BCBS
- CDPHP
- CHN
- Centivo
- Cigna
- Coventry
- EmblemHealth
- First Health
- Healthfirst
- Humana
- MVP Healthcare
- MagnaCare
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- MetroPlus
- MultiPlan
- NYSHIP
- Northwell Direct
- Oscar
- Oxford
- TRICARE
- UMR
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Education
Medical School
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New York University School of Medicine
Residency
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New York University Medical Center
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