Chad Cohen, D.O.

About

Dr. Cohen is a non-operative sports medicine physician specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries, overuse conditions, and joint pain. He provides comprehensive care for athletes and active individuals of all ages, focusing on helping patients recover safely and return to the activities they enjoy. Dr. Cohen offers advanced treatment options such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, ultrasound-guided injections, and personalized rehabilitation plans for conditions like tendinitis, sprains, and other soft tissue injuries.

With a deep understanding of both sports performance and injury prevention, Dr. Cohen works collaboratively with patients to create tailored, evidence-based care plans. He also offers dedicated availability for student athletes on Mondays, ensuring they receive timely evaluations and treatment to keep them healthy throughout their season. Whether managing chronic tendon pain or an acute sports injury, Dr. Cohen's goal is to promote healing, prevent re-injury, and optimize long-term joint and muscle health.

Specialties

Adhesive Capsulitis

Concussions

Joint Arthritis

Ligament Sprains

Non-Surgical Orthopedics

Peripheral Neuropathy

Platelet Rich Plasma

Sports Medicine

Tendinitis

Ultrasound Guided Injections

Education

Medical Degree: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine Biddeford, ME
Internship: Saint Vincent Hospital Worcester, MA
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency: Johns Hopkins Hospital Baltimore, MD
Sports Medicine Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Hospital Baltimore, MD

Professional Memberships

American Medical Society for Sports Medicine since 2022
American Academy of Osteopathy since 2022
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation since 2021
American Osteopathic Association Member since 2017

Achievements

Awards:

  • Chief Resident at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, 2024
  • Gold Humanism Honor Society: Arnold P. Gold Foundation, 2018

Publications:

  • Cohen, C., Willeford, S., Emam, M. Point of Care Ultrasound Role in Preventing Delayed Diagnosis in Bodybuilder with Lateral Ankle Pain, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, Phoenix AZ, May 2023
  • Cohen, C., Willeford, S., Emam, M. Point of Care Ultrasound Role in Preventing Delayed Diagnosis in Bodybuilder with Lateral Ankle Pain, Johns Hopkins Annual PM&R Research and Clinical Expo, Baltimore MD, December 2022
  • Cohen, C., Itskevich, D., McClure, W. Pain, Functional, and Structural Improvements in Lumbosacral Radiculopathy due to Disc Herniation After Epidural Platelet-Rich-Plasma Injection, 6th Annual Multidisciplinary Spine Care Conference, Amelia Island FL, November 2022
  • Cohen, C., Willeford, S., Jafri, A., Friedlander, T. Johns Hopkins Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: A Virtual Clerkship, Institute for Excellence in Education Conference, Baltimore MD, March 2022
  • Chiang, C., Masterson, R., Cohen, C., Emam, M., et al. A Simple Soccer Knee Injury Unexpectedly Became a Permanent Disability, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Austin TX, April 2022

Chad Cohen, D.O.

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